Stories from the Road
Showing Stories from the Road with the tag "Seasonal"
November 18, 2018
Written by Blue Ridge Parkway Association
Spending the holidays in the Blue Ridge Mountains brings to mind cozy fireside nights under homespun quilts, a brisk family hike to find the perfect Christmas tree on the farm, and the very the best slopes for skiing and sledding. We’ve rounded up all this and more in our guide to festive winter fun in the communities along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
October 18, 2018
Written by Blue Ridge Parkway Association
When will the leaves be at peak color this Fall along the Blue Ridge Parkway? While it would be nice if we could forecast the moment Autumn foliage will dazzle us with peak vibrancy as reliably as we track the ocean's tides, just when and why the leaves change colors is a complex array of factors far less predictable.
May 25, 2018
Written by Blue Ridge Parkway - NPS
Memorial Day Weekend signals the beginning of the summer visitor season on the Blue Ridge Parkway. NPS staff, volunteers, concession operators, and park partners are prepared to welcome visitors to the campgrounds, visitor centers and features along the historic 469-mile route.