Bird Knob is a 2,684-foot mountain in the George Washington National Forest. New Market Gap, at about 1,800 feet, divides the Massanutten Range and connects New Market with Luray. Bird Knob is located just a few miles from New Market Gap. After a steep section at the start, the hike to Bird Knob is a pleasant walk along the ridge, with some nice views from a few rock outcrops, before a short bushwhack and scramble to the top. If you want, you can also visit a nearby spring-fed pond. You can climb Bird Knob in any season except probably during the fall hunting season. Winter is best, since there are no bugs and there is less undergrowth. Camping is free anywhere in the George Washington National Forest.

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