How long is Sharp Top (Peaks of Otter)?

3 miles, out & back, with about 1,340 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 40 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Sharp Top (Peaks of Otter)?

It's rated Hard. a rocky summit once thought to be Virginia’s highest

Hard

Virginia

Distance3 mi

Est. time~1 hr 40 min

Elevation gain↗ 1,340 ft

RouteOut & back

Illustrative elevation profile — open in Apple Maps for the live trail map & precise profile.

a rocky summit once thought to be Virginia’s highest.

Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.