Spring Along the Blue Ridge

Early summer is delightful along the Parkway as the Catawba rhododendron and mountain laurel light up the roadside.  A few flame and pink azalea may also linger into early summer, adding to the color. Trillium, bloodroot, and firepink are among the many wildflowers that you will find during a visit this time of year as you venture down any of the Parkway's many trails. Some cool mornings are still possible, so don't pack away the jackets quite yet! Check the weather forecasts before venturing to the high country. 

Food and Lodging

Four lodges and six restaurants are scattered along the Parkway and most are open from late April through the fall color season. These provide opportunities for a quick snack, a full sampling of Blue Ridge cuisine, or overnight lodging acommodations. The FOOD & LODGING link at the top of this page will give you all of the details. We also encourage you to visit the adjacent Parkway communities to experience regional food and hospitality at its finest.

Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary

The 75th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway in 2010 is well underway, providing  an extraordinary opportunity to create awareness, initiate dialogue in local communities, and take action that will insure a strong future for the Parkway. Blue Ridge Parkway 75, Inc. is a newly established not-for-profit corporation whose mission is to: plan, fund, and organize the events and activities of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s 75th Anniversary; educate the general public about the Parkway’s value and assets; and, through collaborative partnerships, realize the vision of the anniversary. This vision will engage local communities and the nation in efforts to sustain a healthy Parkway for future generations by celebrating 75 years of Parkway history, Appalachian culture, and spectacular scenic views. For more information, go to www.blueridgeparkway75.org.

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