Tour Stops

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

The Quarry Overlook

The first overlook on our tour today. Features views of the distant mountains as well as a real, working quarry.

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...

Montvale Overlook

This is another perspective on the mountains, complete with the small town of Montvale in the distance.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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