Harkening Hill Trail - Under :59
Balancing Rocks Nature Walk Overlook
Harkening Hill Trail is the third summit of the Peaks of Otter including Sharp Top Trail and Flat Top Mountain Trail. Managed in part by the National Parks Service, Harkening Hill Trail is an easy-to-moderate loop trail which showcases many balanced rocks and a memorable overlook at the top. Click here to see the entire loop trail in Under :59
Editor's Note: We try hard to be accurate in our reporting but please always use multiple references before driving to a trailhead as trail amenities and conditions can always change.
Harkening Hill Trail Location & Conditions
Harkening Hill Trail Summit
Johnson Farm Loop Trail
Johnson Farm Loop Trail is an easy 2.1 mile loop trail that spurs from Harkening Hill Loop Trail
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
Harkening Hill Trail and Johnson Farm Loop Trail are both accessed behind Peaks of Otter Visitor Center. Both Sharp Top Trail and Flat Top Trail are accessed at their own separate parking areas.
What Are the Three Peaks of Otter?
Harkening Hill Trail completes the 3 part series of the Peaks of Otter in Virginia. Harkening Hill Trail is the lesser-used trail of the Peaks of Otter if only because it's overshadowed by the more well known Sharp Top Trail.
You might also like: 20 Best Hikes Near Roanoke Va