BEST STOPS ON THE BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY ROAD TRIP

Blue Ridge Parkway is known as America's favorite drive with over 20 million visitors a year! It connects Shenandoah National Park down to the Great Smokey Mountains!

Introduction

Grandfather Mountain has a plethora of beautiful pull offs including Wilson Creek, Linn Cove Viaduct and rough ridge hike.

Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain at Sunset

Perhaps one most popular waterfalls off the Blue Ridge Parkway is Linville Falls. I'd recommend visiting early.

Linville Falls

Chestoa Viewpoint

Chestoa Viewpoint less than a 2-minute walk from the parking lot to a beautiful view of the mountains.

Standing at 6,684 ft high, Mt. Mitchell offers beautiful views, unique hikes, and wildlife.

Views from Mt. Mitchell

Laurel Knob Overlook

Another awesome Blue Ridge Parkway stop on your road trip guide that offers panoramic views.

Looking Glass Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls on the Blue Ridge Parkway because the falls are impressive and accessible!

Looking Glass Falls

Head to the entrance of the Great Smokey Mountains and even see Elk!

Cherokee, NC