Poor Mountain, Mountain summit in Roanoke County, Virginia, US
Poor Mountain rises to 3,928 feet in elevation, featuring dense forests and multiple hiking trails through the natural area preserve spanning 1,326 acres.
The mountain received its name from the infertile soil conditions caused by the underlying bedrock, which influenced early settlement patterns in the region.
The natural area preserve supports environmental education programs and research initiatives focused on the mountain's ecological systems and rare plant species.
Visitors can access three wooded hiking trails from a designated parking area, with the main loop extending 3.9 miles and gaining 873 feet in elevation.
The mountain hosts the largest known population of piratebush, a rare plant that obtains nutrients specifically from Eastern Hemlock trees.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 37.19763,-80.15226
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:10
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