Things to Do on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Known as one of the most beautiful drives in the U.S., the Blue Ridge Parkway is an adventure from its start in Shenandoah National Park to its finish in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Slow down and take in the sights at must-see places on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Discover regional highlights of the Blue Ridge Parkway like Linn Cove Viaduct, Craggy Gardens, and Humpback Rocks. Stop at Parkway points of interest like Linville Falls, explore nearly 400 miles of hiking trails, and experience some of the most colorful fall foliage in the world. On the Parkway, there is something worth slowing down for at every milepost.
Things to Do off the Parkway
Get off the Parkway and into our local communities for an authentic Appalachian experience. Plan your visit to must-see spots like Sliding Rock, a 60-foot rock water slide in the Pisgah National Forest. Savor authentic cuisine at locally owned restaurants and browse unique shops and craft studios. Discover the history of the Blue Ridge Mountains at museums like the Virginia Museum of Transportation and the Museum of North Carolina Minerals. Take your time, breathe in the mountain air, and spend the night in rustic accommodations like The Peaks of Otter Lodge, the Parkway’s only lodging option that is open year-round. Every stop offers a new memory for your Parkway trip.
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