Mitchell, under county project 595, buncombe, yancey counties 1940. Use this map along with the blue ridge directory to find all sorts of interesting shops and lodgings in your travels along the blue ridge parkway. Read more about hiking to learn about the trails and prepare for your trip. Also, download a pdf of the official blue ridge parkway map 15 mb. Explore the most popular waterfall trails in blue ridge parkway with handcurated trail maps and driving directions as. Over 200 photographers have contributed images of this 469mile scenic byway that winds through the mountains of north carolina and virginia. Whether you are setting out on a day trip or exploring all 469 miles of the blue ridge parkway, we hope this information about the park, road closures, and history of the scenic route will help you enjoy the journey.
This interactive map gives you the ability to view all 469 miles at a glance as well as navigate sections by zooming in. However, the parkway was designed as a scenic leisure road for motor vehicles, and does not have designated bike lanes. This blue ridge parkway map indicates the many convenient access points in the roanoke valley in virginias blue ridge. Shenandoah national park is located in the blue ridge mountains of virginia just west of washington, d. Blue ridge parkway the blue ridge parkway is a popular destination for motorcycles. Blue ridge parkway maps, travel information, hiking trails, guides. Entire blue ridge parkway north to south a bike ride. The blue ridge parkway guide is a privately owned website authored by joe veler and sarah cooke, who began work on the site after discovering their shared love of the parkway. Also, download a pdf of the entire official blue ridge parkway map 15 mb. A trusted resource for travelers to the blue ridge parkway and surrounding communities, our publication is the only one of its kind distributed on the parkway at visitor centers. National park service blue ridge parkway detail map of location from the blue ridge parkway to mt. Area maps check out some maps of trails and roads in shenandoah.
Experience the blue ridge parkway through breathtaking photography. Waterproof tearresistant travel mapthe blue ridge parkway is a winding route that traverses some of americas most picturesque scenery. Toggle between two maps with different features, park tiles or brochure map, using the picklist on the top left corner of the map. Experience scenic beauty, local food, mountain music and all there is to see and do along americas favorite drive. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window. The blue ridge parkway campground maps are arranged here north to south in order along the parkway. Experience the blue ridge parkway blue ridge parkway map. It is a part of the virtual blue ridge network, which aims to share the parkway experience with longdistance viewers and to enhance it for visitors and residents. Most of these maps focus on specific hiking areas and campgrounds, but theres also a fullpark map here.
Milepost by milepost tour of the parkway blue ridge. Most maps are somewhat static, fixed to newspaper or some other lasting moderate, whereas others are somewhat dynamic or interactive. If you are planning a backcountry trip or longer hike that is not included on the dayuse maps, you can purchase a topographic map of the park at any of the visitor centers or online from the shenandoah national park association or the potomac appalachian. Blue ridge parkway jefferson national forest george washington national forest george washington national forest shenandoah national park entrance fee 10 20 30 98 40 50 60 70 80 90 b l u e r i d s o u t h r i v e r s o u t h r i v e r r o c k f i s h. Shenandoah national parks scenic skyline drive connects with the blue ridge parkway at parkway milepost 0, but the two read more. Just north of the blue ridge parkway in virginia is the shenandoah national park, offering 105 miles of natural beauty along skyline drive from front royal, virginia to the waynesborocharlottesville area. Map of entry and exit points for the blue ridge parkway in the roanoke valley. Read all our best tips for motorcyclists when you set out to ride the blue ridge parkway. The otter creek campground is the northernmost national park service campground on the blue ridge parkway. There are more than 100 blue ridge parkway hiking trails that provide visitors with an upclose view of the wilderness surrounding the most scenic drive in america. A trusted resource for travelers to the blue ridge parkway and surrounding communities, our publication is the only one of its kind distributed on the parkway. Interactive map explore the heritage trail by heritage theme agricultural heritage 10 cherokee heritage 9 craft heritage 5 general heritage 17 music heritage 5. Here are parts of the official blue ridge parkway map, with milepost numbers every ten miles. Here youll find some trail maps, campground maps, and full park maps that i hope you find helpful for planning your trip.
Jeffress park cascades trail fairy stone state park north carolina arboretum whetstone ridge otter creek roanoke mountain humpback mtn forge mountain bald mountain. This scenic road passes through many popular points of interest in the region and can be easily reached from a variety of locations. The ridge region of the blue ridge parkway, located in virginia, marks its northernmost entrance. The official blue ridge parkway map is funded by the blue ridge parkway foundation and printed. Official parkway maps to download official maps in pdf, illustrator, or photoshop file formats, visit the national park service cartography site, or pick up a copy at any of our visitor centers. Download the otter creek campground map and regulations. On these trails you will find captivating vistas, wildflowers, rolling pastures, waterfalls, abundant wildlife, and peaceful forests.
Blue ridge parkway districts of the blue ridge parkway. A journey on the blue ridge parkway offers spectacular views of southern appalachias diverse beauty for 469 uninterrupted miles. Planned and developed in cooperation with the blue ridge parkway national park service. Welcoming visitors to the blue ridge and great smoky mountains since 1983 online since 1996. Map of lodgings, cabins, camping, stores and restaurants along the blue ridge parkway. With your help, we ensure cultural and historical preservation, natural resource protection, and educational outreach now and for future generations. Blue ridge parkway map blue ridge parkway photo of the. Maps, mustsee stops, weather, and motorcyclefriendly lodging. A 24site a loop for large rvs and trailers and a 45site b loop for tents, vans, and pickup campers, accommodates a wide variety of guests. Parkway craft center mabry mill cumberland knob blue ridge music center visitor center craggy gardens visitor center folk art center visitor center linn cove viaduct smart view e. Department of the interior 070 7r00 national park service department of the interior boone o 0110 koo 707 00 0. Best waterfall trails in blue ridge parkway alltrails.
Blue ridge parkway jefferson national forest george washington national forest george washington national forest shenandoah national park entrance fee 10 20 30 98 40 50 60 70 80 90 b l u e r i d s o u t h r i v e r s o u t h r i v e r r o c k f i s h r i v e r c o w p a s t u r e ri v er t y e r i v e r j a m e s r i v e r j a mes ri v e r m. Click the link directly below the map to input your own address or coordinates to get directions to your desired location. About the blue ridge parkway blue ridge parkway foundation. Blue ridge parkway maps and travel information, including hiking trail maps and parkway maps showing attractions and activites. The following is a downloadable pdf map of the shenandoah national park and skyline drive.
Skyline drive parkway maps blue ridge mountain travel. For comparison, heres a downloadable pdf map of the blue ridge parkway. A blue ridge parkway experience is unlike any other. Interactive map includes blue ridge parkway access points, lodging, dining, attractions, and what to do along the parkway. Koa journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. See maps for the blue ridge parkway for the asheville area in north carolina. Youll find maps below of the blue ridge parkway and many other scenic highways and byways. In support of the blue ridge parkway, we create a spirit of stewardship to address the challenges faced by this national treasure.
As you enter shenandoah national park, skyline drive is the road that runs the 105 miles through the park. The first map is the section north of asheville to grandfather mountain. National park services blue ridge parkway road closure map before traveling the parkway for realtime road closure and condition information. Be sure to check the status of the motor road on our real time road closures map. An invaluable tool for your trip, the blue ridge pkwy travel planner app is a free download. Find the best places on the blue ridge parkway in north carolina near asheville, with. The blue ridge parkway is one of the most visited national parks, 469 miles of twisty road from waynesboro, va to cherokee, nc. Please be aware that the parkway may be closed due to ice, snow or downed treeseven at times when the weather at lower elevations is sunny and pleasant. You can also browse the bestselling shenandoah maps and guidebooks on amazon. Whether its along the way or a quick getaway, theyve got you covered. Realtime road openclose status for the blue ridge parkway. Its a gorgeous drive or bicycle ride, with a lot of elevation. Blue misted mountains, cascading waterfalls, rolling pasture, and gorges banked with wildflowers greet hikers of all skill levels among the more than 100 varied and intriguing trails in north carolina and virginia.
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