Green Snake

This little 3 footer crossed the trail right under our feet. I have never seen a snake of this color before. He looked intimidating but was actually very nonaggressive.

Tinker Ridge, Daleville,VA

Lambert Meadow

Our campsite near Daleville, VA.

McAfee Knob

Elev. 3150' This is the most photographed spot on the App. trail

Dragons Tooth

This is a huge monolithic rock formation high above Catawba, VA.

Overlook near Catawba, VA

Audie Murphy Memorial

This monument is placed near where Murphy died in a plane crash. He was the most decorated soldier of world war two.

Keffer Oak

This tree is the second largest Oak tree on the entire trail.

Large Mushroom

These mushrooms grow on the ground or on the side of trees. This one was about 6-8 " wide.

Unknown Creature

This little guy stings badly when touched. It causes swelling and sometimes a trip to the doctor.

Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

This 3ft. snake crawled across the road while we were taking a break.

Pearis Mountain, VA.

Wild Strawberries

Butterfly

White Rock Cliff

Taken above Pearisburg, VA

Woods Hole Hostel

This family owned and operated hostel serves only home grown organic meat and veggies. They also sell home made bread.














 Every night before dinner guests must hold hands in a circle and tell what they are thankful for and their names.

Mountain Laurel

Black Bear Footprint

We came across this print right in the middle of the trail.

Dismal Falls, Bland VA.

Stopped here for lunch and met quite a few dayhikers doing the same.

Isosciles Turnover enjoying the day at the falls.

Wild Ponies

" TreePiper with a wild pony in Grayson Highlands near Mt. Rodgers Rec. area, VA.