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Virginia
Crawford Knob
3.4 mi
Distance
882 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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No access route mapped
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Crawford Knob
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 3.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 882 ft
- Highest point
- 3,734 ft
- Lowest point
- 2,951 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Crawford Knob offers a challenging 3.42-mile out-and-back adventure in Virginia for hikers seeking a more strenuous experience. This trail connects to a broader network including Crawford Mountain Trail (#485) and Chimney Hollow Trail (#489), making it an excellent option for those looking to extend their journey or combine multiple routes in the area.
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