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Explore Park
The first stop along our tour, this state-run park has a visitor center with helpful staff and a gift shop featuring arts and crafts from...
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Peaks of Otter Lodge
This hotel is within sight of the Visitor Center. It is the only food and lodging available directly on the Parkway itself. Reservations are recommended...
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Thunder Ridge Overlook
One of the more popular overlooks along the Parkway, Thunder Ridge gives a panoramic view of the Arnold Valley below. There is a stone platform...
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Sherando Lake
A true hidden gem just off of the parkway, Sherando lake features several outdoor activities. There is a beach, ideal for relaxing or playing in...
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Raven's Roost Overlook
Raven’s Roost is one of the most popular overlooks on this section of the Parkway. It should only take a few minutes for you to...
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Humpback Rocks Visitor Center
This is the final Visitor Center on our tour today, as well as the second-to-last stop. In addition to the museum exhibits, this is a...
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James River Visitors Center
This smaller Visitor Center is definitely worth the visit. For one thing, it is the lowest point on the entire Blue Ridge Parkway.Features in the...
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Yankee Horse Ridge Trailhead
There are two short walks at Yankee Horse Ridge Trailhead. One leads along the re-created tracks of an abandoned railroad, originally used to move timber...
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The Quarry Overlook
The first overlook on our tour today. Features views of the distant mountains as well as a real, working quarry.
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The Great Valley Overlook
The Great Valley runs through the Appalachian Mountains from New York state all the way down to Alabama. This overlook gives you a fantastic view...
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Montvale Overlook
This is another perspective on the mountains, complete with the small town of Montvale in the distance.
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Pine Tree Overlook
Here we have a beautiful 180 degree vista broken only by a lone pine tree. Is this the pine tree that gives the overlook its...
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Porter Mountain’s View
As the name suggests, this overlook offers a profile view of Porter’s Mountain. Additionally, you can see down into the Goose Creek Valley, over 2000...
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Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
The first visitor center along the Blue Ridge Parkway today is also the most popular. It has everything you could possibly want. There’s a museum...
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Apple Orchard Falls Trailhead
Despite the name, there are no apples to be found at the Apple Orchard Falls Trailhead. What you can find is a moderately strenuous walk...
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Apple Orchard Mountain Overlook
Once again, there are unfortunately no apples to be found here at this overlook. What you can find is a breathtaking view, as this is...
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Otter Lake Loop Trail
A moderately difficult loop trail that takes around Otter Lake. There’s a stone bridge over the creek as well as a man made waterfall and...
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Indian Gap Rocks Trail
If you skip over the longer trail at Otter Lake, Indian Gap Rocks is a great stop for stretching your legs. It is under a...
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Town of Buena Vista
Located just a few minutes off of the Parkway, Buena Vista is an ideal stop if you need to fill up on gas. It’s also...
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Chimney Rock Mountain Overlook
Chimney Rock Mountain is another wonderful overlook, this time boasting trees in the middle, giving you two different views for the price of one.
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Irish Creek Valley Overlook
You can see for miles and miles from the Irish Creek Valley Overlook. The Creek and valley were named for the Scotch Irish immigrants who...
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Whetstone Ridge Visitor Center
More of a short break than a true Visitor Center, Whetstone ridge is only necessary if you need to use a clean restroom. There are...
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Big Spy Mountain Overlook
If you did not stop to stretch your legs at Whetstone Visitor Center, you have another chance here at this 10 minute short trail. It...
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20 Minute Cliff Overlook
This overlook was named for an interesting trick of the light. From the nearby town of White Rock, the sun will hit these rocks exactly...
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Afton Overlook
This is the final stop on our tour, and it does not disappoint. Afton Overlook is a great overlook for a last look at the...
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