Cumberland Knob Picnic Grove, NC ~ 2737'
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member garmin_geek
N 36° 33.238 W 080° 54.424
17S E 508316 N 4045398
The sign and visitor center is part of the Blue Ridge Parkway picnic grove and wayside at Cumberland Knob. The Knob's elevation is 2885', the sign and visitor center is at 2737'.
Waymark Code: WM7HMD
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 10/28/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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"Located near the Virginia state line, Cumberland Knob was the site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway was started in 1935 as a part of President Roosevelt's Civilian Conservation Corps. It was therefore the first recreation area to be opened to the public, and is still a favorite destination for both locals and visitors. The mixture of lush woodlands and open fields, housing a variety of birds and other wildlife, is ideal for leisurely walks or a more demanding hike to nearby Gully Creek." (visit link)
trail map (visit link)
Location: Blue Ridge Parkway NC/VA state line

Posted Elevation: 2737 feet

GPSR Elevation: 2714 feet
Visit Instructions:
Photos are not required, but they are encouraged.
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