Buzzard Hill is one of many lower summits you can hit while hiking this section of the Appalachian Trail. The summit only reaches up to 1,301 feet, but it's higher than many of the surrounding foothills, so you get a pretty good view down into the valley from the lookout area. No matter which direction you come from, be prepared for a hilly hike both during your approach and your return.

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1. Appalachian Trail: Bears Den to Buzzard Hill

14.3km

04:55

760m

Hike the Appalachian Trail from Bears Den to Buzzard Hill, a moderate 8.9-mile route with rewarding views and challenging ups and downs.

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2. Appalachian Trail: The Roller Coaster

22.7km

07:20

960m

970m

Hike the Appalachian Trail's challenging "Roller Coaster" section, a difficult 14.1-mile route with relentless ups and downs and rewarding v

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3. Appalachian Trail to Buzzard Hill

10.2km

03:17

430m

Hike the moderate 6.3-mile Appalachian Trail to Buzzard Hill, gaining 1425 feet in elevation for west-facing views.

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Elevation 370 m

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Location: Clarke County, Virginia, United States

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1. Appalachian Trail: Bears Den to Buzzard Hill

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