Traveling from North Carolina to Virginia through the Blue Ridge Mountains is a scenic and peaceful journey, especially if you take the Blue Ridge Parkway. This iconic route winds through rolling mountain ridges, forests, and charming small towns, offering breathtaking overlooks and plenty of spots to stop and explore. Starting in western North Carolina, you pass through places like Boone, Blowing Rock, and Little Switzerland, then cross into Virginia near Fancy Gap. From there, the road continu

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469 mile scenic drive running from the blue ridge mountains in North Carolina all the way into northern Virginia. The drive is stunning during fall and is a must do at least once in your life. While visiting the blue ridge parkway near Asheville, make sure to stop and hike to craggy pinnacle or park at lane pinnacle overlook for sunset! Closures of the road can occur due to ongoing maintenance and weather, so it is best to check the official Blue Ridge Parkway website

Have you driven the most scenic road in America? ⛰️ Follow @smoky.mountain.soul for more ideas in the Blue Ridge Mountains 📍Blue Ridge Parkway. North Carolina/Virginia 🛣️ The Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 469 miles through the mountains of North Carolina & Virginia 🥾 Hikes & drive-up mountain overlooks along the entire route ⛽️ Fuel up before hopping on- there are no gas stations & limited food options! 🔍 Check for current road closures at nps.gov @blueridgenps ⛔️ DON’T LITTER ⛔️ | Smoky Moun