This Scenic 200-Mile Drive Just May Be The Most Underrated Adventure In Virginia
The Blue Ridge Parkway is hardly a hidden gem in Virginia, but when was the last time you drove its entire length through the state?
Commonly noted as one of the most scenic drives in America, the Blue Ridge Parkway offers endless mountain vistas, informative overlooks, opportunities for hiking, and plenty of history along the way. With summer on its way, now is the perfect time to plan a road trip and experience some of the best scenery the Old Dominion has to offer. Without further ado, here are just a few glimpses of the parkway that will inspire your trip:
Welcome to the Blue Ridge Parkway, 469 paved miles that have won the heart of anyone who's visited. The parkway begins in Virginia and reaches all the way to North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains.
Along the way, visitors will enjoy ample overlooks and trails for stretching the legs. Humpback Rocks hike offers both. In just a mile, you'll reach an incredible overlook with sweeping views.
For more information about historic Mabry Mill, click here.
You could easily spend all day on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and that's the best part. For every half an hour it would take you on a normal road, expect an hour on the Parkway.
You can also learn more information about the Blue Ridge Parkway by visiting the National Parks Service website here. Have you driven the entire Virginia portion of the parkway recently? What were your favorite stops along the way? Be sure to share them with us!
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
