Roaring Run
Hiking Route
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Roaring Run is an excellent hiking trail for the whole family. The easy, well marked trail begins at an historic iron furnace and winds back and forth along the Roaring Run stream. You will pass rock walls, cascading water, and cross five footbridges before ending at beautiful Roaring Run Falls.
moderate
Distance 1 km
0:22 h
92 m
0 m
455 m
364 m
Roaring Run is an excellent hiking trail for the whole family, young and old alike. The easy, well marked trail begins at an historic iron furnace and winds back and forth along the Roaring Run stream. You will pass rock walls, cascading water, and cross five footbridges before ending at beautiful Roaring Run Falls.
Easy (straight-forward, out & back hike)
Approximately half way to the falls you will encounter a natural water slide
Toilets & Picnic area with charcoal grill
Directions to Trailhead
Follow 220N for ~20 minutes to Eagle Rock
TL onto Rt. 615 and follow for 5.5 miles
TR onto Rt. 621 and follow for 1 mile
TL into Roaring Run parking area
Add On
Need some hiking supplies? Visit Outdoor Trails on US 220 near the intersection with I-81 (540.992.5850)
Any trip to this area is not complete without a trip to The Fountain sandwich grill in Ransone’s Drug store in the town of Buchanan. Step back in time - walk through the wooden doors, take a seat at the counter, and prepare yourself for a taste of history (540.254.2904)
Taste Virginia’s award-winning wines. The Botetourt County Wine Trail consists of three local wineries located along Rt. 220 - one of which is only a few miles from Roaring Run
Roanoke Outside Land Activities and Attractions visit the website.
Easy (straight-forward, out & back hike)
Approximately half way to the falls you will encounter a natural water slide
Toilets & Picnic area with charcoal grill
Directions to Trailhead
Follow 220N for ~20 minutes to Eagle Rock
TL onto Rt. 615 and follow for 5.5 miles
TR onto Rt. 621 and follow for 1 mile
TL into Roaring Run parking area
Add On
Need some hiking supplies? Visit Outdoor Trails on US 220 near the intersection with I-81 (540.992.5850)
Any trip to this area is not complete without a trip to The Fountain sandwich grill in Ransone’s Drug store in the town of Buchanan. Step back in time - walk through the wooden doors, take a seat at the counter, and prepare yourself for a taste of history (540.254.2904)
Taste Virginia’s award-winning wines. The Botetourt County Wine Trail consists of three local wineries located along Rt. 220 - one of which is only a few miles from Roaring Run
Roanoke Outside Land Activities and Attractions visit the website.
Author
Roanoke Outside
Update: May 10, 2017
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Highest point
455 m
Lowest point
364 m
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Coordinates:
DD
37.706608, -79.893275
DMS
37°42'23.8"N 79°53'35.8"W
UTM
17S 597554 4173839
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Coordinates
DD
37.706608, -79.893275
DMS
37°42'23.8"N 79°53'35.8"W
UTM
17S 597554 4173839
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///olive.explode.publisher
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
1 km
Duration
0:22 h
Ascent
92 m
Highest point
455 m
Lowest point
364 m
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