Whitetop Mountain Trailhead — Attraction in Lansing

Whitetop, at ~5500 ft elevation, is the 2nd tallest peak in Virginia, and the highest one accessible by road. Unfortunately, it is a very narrow, unpaved, rough road. There are rocks, holes and washouts several places along the road, so slow speed and a high clearance vehicle are in order. The view from the top is pretty nice, although visibility was limited on the day we were there. Just allow yourself a fair amount of time to traverse the road, which is about 2.5 miles from Rt 600 up...

One of the most spectacular and yet easiest hikes me and my dog have ever done. The way to the top is very drivable in any type of vehicle. Once by the towers you can hike down the mountain following the AT. You will end up at the edge of an amazing cliff with the most rewarding sunset views towards Damascus and NC. Temperature tends to drop up to 10 degrees up here so...

Fantastic views! September 2015. One of the few high peaks you can drive to in the "Smokies" region. Note, even though this is a sorta maintained service road... it should only be driven in a high clearance 4wd vehicle with AT tires. Great cell service up there if there is an emergency. Appalachian trail. Free woods camping. Bears. Volatile weather....