Dragon's Tooth

Hike Name: Dragon's Tooth Location: south VA Length: 9 Submitted by: Geoff Rhodes Date Submitted: 0/0/00 Rating:	more Virginia trail reviews Virginia national parks Virginia state parks
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Description
You start out in the little town of Catawba on the AT. The AT crosses state route 311 were the Dragon's Tooth trail actualy begins. From there head south on the AT and it's a good 8 miles to your final destination. In the process you will cross over Secondary State route 785 and 624. Once you cross 624 its a quick 2 miles up to Dragon's Tooth. The eight miles in seem to disappear once Dragon's Tooth comes into view. Three rock formations of 30 feet or more await to be climbed and offer a great final resting spot or a half way point to reload and head back out. The section from state route 624 to Dragon;s Tooth has open rock face sections which offer tremendous views into the Jefferson National Forest country side. If you look hard enough you may even be able to see Roanoke. A great day hike or backpacking trip. One of the better spots in Virginia, personally.

Directions to Hike
Take 81 North to exit 140 just south of Roanoke. From there its about 10 miles to the AT. If you head into the town of Catawba you've gone too far. Take the Appalachain trail South and you're on your way.

Contact Information
Jefferson National Forest
5162 Valleypointe Parkway
Roanoke, VA 24019
888-265-0019

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