Cat Knob
Mountain in Virginia · 3,232 ft
The hike up Cat Knob
The route starts at Bootens Gap Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Cat Knob?
Cat Knob is 3,232 ft above sea level and lies in Virginia. Its prominence is 374 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cat Knob?
From Bootens Gap Parking it is about 1.9 mi one way with 771 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 50 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cat Knob?
The nearest parking is Bootens Gap Parking (west of the peak) — 1.9 mi on foot · ↑ 771 ft · about 1 h 50 min round trip. Alternative: Bearfence Rock Scramble (southwest of the peak) (about 3.3 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Cat Knob in Conquer?
Yes — Cat Knob is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Cat Knob in the app
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