Breakfast at Bear Rocks Memorial Day early 7 mile hike

Get an early start, beat the heat, and get home in time for your cookout! This hike will take us from the 309 parking access, northbound on the Appalachian Trail, across the infamous Knife Edge to Bear Rocks – a big rock scramble with an amazing view. Bring a trail breakfast and we will enjoy it here. After where we will return to the 309 parking area either by the same route or by taking the bypass trail.

** this is a very rocky section of the AT with an overall elevation gain of around 700 feet so the trail will be very uneven in areas. Crossing the Knife Edge involves shimmying sideways across a narrow rock ledge. To get the view at Bear Rocks you will have to climb up a large pile of large boulders. While I think rocks are fun, not everyone does, so please consider your abilities and preferences before signing up for this hike. Also, some people find themselves unable to navigate the Knife Edge due to feeling exposed.

Wear shoes with good grip that work for you on Rocky terrain. Bring adequate hydration and a trail breakfast. Sunscreen and bug spray could be helpful as well.

This is an approximately 7 mile round-trip hike.