Take a scenic drive
Relax into a leisurely Blue Ridge Parkway scenic drive and visit must-see overlooks far above the ridgeline.
BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY MAPS
A winding path of NC’s best views
Cruise to wondrous mountain views on the Blue Ridge Parkway, deemed America’s favorite drive. Witness nature’s magic as the Blue Ridge Mountains’ namesake tint coats the ridgelines, visible from all angles along Haywood’s unbeatable 46-mile stretch of the motorway.
QUICK FACTS
46
Scenic miles on the Blue Ridge Parkway are in Haywood
74
Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks and vistas live in Haywood
469
Total miles of the Parkway run through NC and VA
6,053’
Elevation at the highest point on the Parkway, right here in Haywood
Blue ridge parkway Attractions
Endless views await
Put in some legwork though high-elevation forests, cool off at Blue Ridge Parkway falls, or simply soak in the vistas from the passenger seat. In Haywood, all manner of Blue Ridge journeys will leave you feeling on top of the world in one of our National Parks.
Blue Ridge Parkway Trails NC
Meet you at the trailhead
Venture off the beaten path and discover your new favorite trail. From just-off-the-road adventures to dense forest hikes, the best trails on the Parkway will take you where you’re meant to be.
Hike the Parkway
Explore trails like Waterrock Knob or Graveyard Fields, and peer over scenic Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks along the way.
LEAVE NO TRACE
Respect the mountains
We’re lucky to call the NC Smokies home. Like any good neighbor, we work hard to keep our mountains clean and cared for.
