MCAFEE KNOB

With plans to build a pedestrian bridge, the parking lot to the McAfee Knob trailhead will be closed during construction.

The segment of the Appalachian Trail that includes Dragon’s Tooth, McAfee Knob and Tinker Cliffs is one of the busiest sections of the trail.

VDOT was just granted approval to start construction on the pedestrian bridge near McAfee Knob.

People who say they are friends and co-workers of a juvenile killed in a murder-suicide at McAfee Knob Friday say they want to keep his memory alive.

Investigations continue into an apparent Roanoke County murder-suicide and two separate fires in Roanoke City that authorities say are connected.

An active death investigation is underway after two people were found dead in the vicinity of McAfee Knob in Catawba, according to the Roanoke County Police Department.

This time of year is considered peak hiking season because of the Fall foliage.

The shuttle will run every 30 minutes from the I-81 Exit 140 Park and Ride are to the McAfee Knob Trailhead parking lot

Roanoke County held a ribbon cutting ceremony to announce the new McAfee Knob Trailhead shuttle service.

As the weather is slowly beginning to cool down, we’re starting to look for more ways to be active outside.

There are still a lot of questions after a man fell off McAfee Knob, including his identity and his condition.

A hiker has died after falling off McAfee Knob early Sunday morning, according to Roanoke County Fire and Rescue.

Calling all hikers! Changes are coming to Virginia’s Triple Crown along the Appalachian Trail, but officials need your help first.

Ever tried to hike up to McAfee Knob only to experience the crazy-crowded parking lot? You’re certainly not alone.

Thanks to Tim for sending us today's Picture of the Day from McAfee Knob!

If you want the scenic view, you'll need to earn it!

A warning for hikers on a popular trail: Bear activity is on the rise near McAfee Knob. Experts say it's because of trash left on the trails.

Even on a rainy and overcast day, cars are parked at the McAfee Knob trailhead parking lot. On a sunny weekend, finding a spot can be nearly impossible.

There’s a new Greenway Trail to help those in Catawba get outside this fall!

Jared Fenstermacher, who suffered a spinal cord injury, isn't going to let his wheelchair stop him from achieving his goals. With the help of a friend, he trekked to the top of McAfee Knob.

Multiple crews at work to locate lost hiker on Appalachian TrailROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. – UPDATEFirst responders have rescued an injured hiker who fell from the icy Appalachian Trail, making this the third rescue like this along the trail over the weekend. Crews said the hiker fell about 200 feet off the mountain while hiking with a group. While a helicopter rescued the hiker, a few crews stepped through the snow to treat them on the ground. ORIGINAL STORYEmergency crews are working to locate a lost hiker Sunday afternoon in Rockbridge County. At about 3:15 p.m., the Big Island Volunteer Fire Company and Bedford County Special Operations Command were dispatched to another emergency rescue on the Appalachian Trail.

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Roanoke County Fire and Rescue units rescued an injured hiker Saturday afternoon. At about 12:15 p.m., crews were dispatched to the McAfee Knob parking lot for reports of an injured hiker who had fallen off the Sawtooth Trail, the Appalachian Trail connector trail from McAfee to Dragon’s Tooth. Authorities said the hiker was about a mile away from the parking lot and had fallen off the trail down a steep embankment, sustaining a head injury. The hiker was carried out and off the trail through steep, icy terrain and over a creek, exiting near The Homeplace Restaurant. According to Fire and Rescue, the patient was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries at about 2:40 p.m.

ROANOKE, Va. – McAfee Knob is one of Roanoke’s hot spots for hiking, but with a high-volume of visitors comes issues with parking. Roanoke County wants to remind hikers that there are limited spots for parking in the area and parking in the wrong place can result in vehicles being ticketed or towed. Here are a few reminders from officers to visitors about parking:Parking in a way that restricts or blocks traffic is prohibited on all roads regardless of a “No Parking” signIf there’s no “No Parking” sign, you can park off the roadwayIf there’s a “No Parking” sign, parking there is prohibited and you may be ticketedVehicles improperly parked may be subject to towing at the towing companies' ratesPolice recommend to use the park and ride lots at:Intersection of Route 311 and Route 360Intersection of Route 419 and Route 11Interstate 81, Exit 140Other parking is available at Catawba CenterOver the next several weekends, VDOT will place portable message boards in the area to keep vehicles off the roadway.

ROANOKE, Va. A group of volunteers is trying to raise money to improve the McAfee Knob trailhead. The Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club wants to raise about $200,000 to buy a 7-acre plot of land right next to the existing trailhead parking lot. VDOT construction on a new pedestrian bridge over Route 311 will eat up about 40% of the spots during that time. Thats why the clubs president, Jim Beeson, said its time to act before its too late. Its really a lost opportunity if we dont take advantage of it, said Beeson.

A dog and his owner are safe after a scare on McAfee Knob Trail on Thursday. The department said that crews responded to the trail at about 12:20 p.m. to rescue Nikko, who had been hiking in 90 degree heat for several hours when his owner called for help. Nikko and his owner were safely off the trail at about 2 p.m., according to the department. Roanoke County Fire & Rescue said Nikko is an Akita who loves to hike, and this has never happened before with him. Roanoke County Fire & Rescue bought the piece of equipment used to save Nikko with money from a partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.

Thanks to Kaitlinn for sending us today’s Picture of the Day from McAfee Knob!