McAffee Knob and Tinker Cliffs - May 21

We had the best weather of the week when it counted - McAfee Knob and Tinker Cliffs are highlights of the Appalachian Trail. We had hot sunny weather and great views. We took our time going through this section. The next day, we headed into Daleville, VA, to resupply, shower and of course do laundry.
McAfee Knob was crowded with hikers, as it was an easy trail to the overview, and a nice Saturday as well. But we got some good shots despite the crowds. It was a 5 mile hike from there to Tinker clifffs, which meant there were far fewer people there, mainly thru-hikers.

 The famous cliff overhang at McAfee Kob - 3,719 ft

A lot of people (and dogs) made the easy 3.7 mile trek to McAfee knob

 Our lunch spot at McAfee Knob

McAfee Knob

 Looking down the valley from McAfee Knob

 Happy for a great view and seeing the sun again

These two tortises were alongside the trail. One had its head pulled in, the other appeared to be fighting with it and trying to bite its shell.

 Tinker cliffs. You can look back along the ridgeline to McAfee Knob, 5 miles away.

 No crowds here!

View from Tinker cliffs

 Campsite overlooking the valley, heading into Daleville, VA

 This was our view making dinner. One of our best campsites ever!

We could look down at farmlands and even see cows grazing in fields- very picturesque.

 Watching the sun set over the valley

This was a photogenic spot, after a week of rain and fog

Overview of Cains Cove resevoir

 Cains Cove resevoir, 7 miles outside of Daleville

Mountain Laurel blooms along the trail

Mountain Laurel in full bloom