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Nelson County

View from Humpback Rocks

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Nelson County

View from Humpback Rocks

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View from Humpback Rocks

Recommended by 28 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Blue Ridge Parkway

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    1. Humpback Rocks loop via Apalachian Trail — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

    6.63km

    02:09

    330m

    320m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    August 24, 2024

    Humpback Rocks is a popular hiking destination due to its accessibility from the Blue Ridge Parkway and I-64. The trail leads to a greenstone outcrop near the peak of Humpback Mountain, with a summit elevation of 3,080 feet. The name comes from the "hump" in the rock formation, which gives the mountain its name, making it stand out from the surrounding, more vegetated peaks. While the views are spectacular, be cautious, especially when the rocks are wet, and try to overlook the occasional disappointing graffiti in some areas.

      March 31, 2016

      Pack light! This is a short up and back trip that is pretty much straight up.

        June 3, 2019

        Breathtaking view from the rocks.

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          Location: Nelson County, Virginia, United States

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