Blue Ridge Parkway

The Parkway is my home away from home! 10 stars!! Most everyone on the road is respectful and safe ish. So much to do! Just pull off and go in the woods! It's nature y'all!

Absolutely breathtaking views and an amazing drive! Definitely worth going every year.

A beautiful drive winding through the mountains The Blueridge parkway is a 469-mile road that travels through the Great smoky mountains. It was designed to connect Shenandoah National Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park during President Roosevelt’s era in 1935. It was finally completed in 1987. Most of the route is windy 2-lane road at various elevations with about ½ of the route in North Carolina and ½ in Virginia. Many parts of the road are at higher elevations so driving conditions may be challenging due to limited visibility or changing weather. There is no fee to use the parkway. There are numerous sights and pullouts for you throughout the park. The speed limit is mostly below 45 miles per hour and quite often lower than this. There is something for everybody along the trail from waterfalls to hikes to panoramic vistas. I would recommend that if you want to see the entire trail, you should take vacations and see parts of it on different trips. I highly recommend that you plan your trips on the parkway with the weather in mind so that you can get the best experience. I have taken some beautiful pictures above the clouds from several of the pull-offs. Overall, it is a great path to enjoy the mountain scenery and views. Enjoy!

One cannot help but marvel at the beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway, stretching 469 miles in total. It truly beckons one to embark on a leisurely 3-4 day journey, immersing oneself in the captivating scenery along the way. With the freedom to meander at a relaxed pace, pausing to savor the breathtaking vistas whenever they unfold, it promises an unforgettable experience of serenity and natural wonder. Captured on October 28th, 2023

We did the Ashville to Cherokee section. The fall foliage was at peak. Stunning views. Minimal crowds. Foggy every 3rd overlook. It's just an amazing drive. The elevation changes are worth the experience.

The best place in entire USA to see the fall colors

This drive lives up to its accolades. I have traveled the world and grew up not far from here, however never been. My only regret is not visiting sooner.

The parkway is not what it used to be, all the overlooks are grown up within 10 years it will just be a two lane road through the woods with nothing to see