Rowlands Creek Trail
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Smyth County, VA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Smyth County, VA. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 6.3 mi (10.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,257 ft (383 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 40 min
- High point
- 3,868 ft (1,179 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Rowlands Creek Trail
How long is Rowlands Creek Trail?
Rowlands Creek Trail is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,257 ft (383 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,868 ft (1,179 m).
How hard is Rowlands Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Rowlands Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Rowlands Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Rowlands Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Rowlands Creek Trail
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- Little Laurel Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.2 km)
- Flattop Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Hurricane Creek Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Barton Gap Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Hurricane Mountain Trail Mount Rogers National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Grassy Branch Trail Lewis Fork Wilderness · Moderate · 6.4 mi (10.4 km)
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