Dragon's Tooth
One of the 'Virginia Triple Crown' on the Appalachian Trail. Sharp quartzite spires can be climbed for far-reaching views.
Dragon's Tooth is a group of quartzite spires about 11 meters high. Together with McAfee Knob and Tinker Cliffs, it forms the 'Virginia Triple Crown.' The round trip from the Dragon's Tooth parking lot on Route 311 is about 7.3 km. The final section requires scrambling over rocks with both hands and feet, and the hike takes about 3 to 4 hours. It is less crowded than McAfee Knob. Wear non-slip shoes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- McAfee Knob
- Tinker Cliffs
- Grandin Village
- Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
- Roanoke River Greenway
- Virginia Museum of Transportation
- Hotel Roanoke
- Center in the Square