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The 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail takes a lot of research and preparation to thru-hike. If you don't want to tackle it all at once, you can break it up into sections.

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy announced this week that it had purchased 850 acres of land beneath McAfee Knob

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy announced this week that it had purchased 850 acres of land beneath McAfee Knob, in part using funds from an agreement with the developers of the controversial Mountain Valley Pipeline.

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and The Conservation Fund have managed to protect 850 acres to preserve one of the most scenic views along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.

From atop McAfee Knob, hikers can take in a spectacular panoramic view of the Catawba and Roanoke Valleys, North Mountain, and Tinker Cliffs.

We all know that nature and hiking are good for mental and physical health. There’s just something about breathing in fresh air, scrambling to summit views and basking in the warm sunshine. When you’re ready for a good hike, or maybe a new travel destination that’s chock-full of beautiful trails and natural beauty, we’ve got you covered.

We all know that nature and hiking are good for mental and physical health. There’s just something about breathing in fresh air, scrambling to summit views and basking in the warm sunshine. When you’re ready for a good hike, or maybe a new travel destination that’s chock-full of beautiful trails and natural beauty, we’ve got you covered.

Most hikers are happy to visit McAfee Knob once to enjoy the classic view. Tim Lewis of Salem has run to the knob more than 500 times.

Most hikers are happy to visit McAfee Knob once to enjoy the classic view. Tim Lewis of Salem has run to the knob more than 500 times.

Most hikers are happy to visit McAfee Knob once to enjoy the classic view. Tim Lewis of Salem has run to the knob more than 500 times.