# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Hike
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Experience the excitement of fall bird migration from one of the region's premier raptor-viewing destinations! As thousands of birds of prey travel south along this major flyway, hike to the observatory for the chance to spot soaring eagles, hawks, and falcons overhead. Bring your binoculars for the best views or let us know, and we'll have a pair ready for you. After the hike, celebrate your adventure with lunch at the charming Swinging Bridge Restaurant in Paint Bank, VA. The program fee includes transportation and trip leadership.

The City of Roanoke is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.
The City of Roanoke operates under special use permit from the USDA Forest Service, George Washington & Jefferson National Forest.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/hanging-rock-raptor-observatory-hike/200030584514048
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 26

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Roanoke
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States
- **lat**: 37.28784
- **long**: -79.93769
- **full address**: 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Hike being held?
  - **A:** Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Hike takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Hike?
  - **A:** Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Hike is organized by PLAY Roanoke.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at PLAY Roanoke's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given PLAY Roanoke a rating of 4.33/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. PLAY Roanoke has 108+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. PLAY Roanoke has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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