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5,729 ft · Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia
Mount Rogers
Mount Rogers is a 5,729 ft peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia. The standard route is the Via Appalachian Trail: 9 mi, 1,300 ft of gain, Class 1.
Mount Rogers at a glance
- Elevation5,729 ft1,746 m
- RouteVia Appalachian TrailClass 1
- Distance9 mi1,300 ft gain
- Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
- SeasonApr – Nov
- RangeBlue Ridge MountainsVirginia
Climbing the Via Appalachian Trail
From Damascus, Virginia, take Route 58 east to Grayson Highlands State Park or Appalachian Trail access points. The scenic Grayson Highlands approach charges a state park parking fee, while AT access points are free. Multiple trail options exist, with the AT passing through open balds and wild ponies. Weather can be cool and wet even in summer due to the elevation. The actual summit is in dense spruce forest with no views, but the nearby balds offer excellent scenery. Expect crowds on weekends. Camping is available in the state park and along the AT.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 L)
Water
First-Aid Kit
Offline Maps
Hiking Boots
Headlamp
Midlayer
Sun Hat
Buff
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Light Gloves
What to watch for
- Slippery terrain
- Loose rock
- Low visibility
- Storms
- High winds
- Insects
- Boggy terrain
Mount Rogers on Yak
Climbers have shared 8 climbs of Mount Rogers on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
Quests with Mount Rogers
50 State HighpointsFrequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Rogers?
Mount Rogers is 5,729 feet (1,746 m) tall. It is in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia.
Is Mount Rogers the highest point in Virginia?
Yes. At 5,729 feet, Mount Rogers is the highest point in Virginia.
How hard is it to hike Mount Rogers?
The Via Appalachian Trail is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 1,300 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Mount Rogers?
Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Via Appalachian Trail, covering 9 miles with 1,300 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Mount Rogers?
The Via Appalachian Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 1,300 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Mount Rogers?
The usual hiking window is April to November. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Mount Rogers?
The Via Appalachian Trail starts at about 4,600 feet, roughly 1,129 feet below the summit.
Climb Mount Rogers with Yak
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