Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - Milepost 384

Road Status and Closures Is where you want to visit closed?   Conveniently located near Asheville, NC, the visitor center is a great first stop for trip planning both on the Blue Ridge Parkway and the surrounding area. Talk to rangers or Blue Ridge National Heritage Area staff for information. Vicki Dameron photo   The visitor center near Asheville is a one-stop shop for all things Blue Ridge Parkway. Get a map, talk to a ranger, pick up some merchandise, learn about other area offerings, and explore parkway-themed exhibits. Hiking includes a short loop with access to the Mountains-to-Sea trail. For anyone looking to start their parkway trip from Asheville, the visitor center is a must-see.   At a Glance: Visitor center Hiking trails   Points of Interest: Visitor Center: Open year-round, this visitor center encompasses the entire Blue Ridge Parkway. Talk to a ranger, grab a map or local information, and check out the exhibits. Sleeping and Eating: The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center has no sleeping or eating options. See nearby towns for accommodations. On the parkway, Mt. Pisgah is the closest campground. Things to Do: Hike a Trail: A 1.4-mile loop trail starts at the far end of the visitor center parking lot. Enjoy the parkway’s nature without venturing too far from the road. The loop trail also connects to the Mountains-to-Sea trail, an 1175-mile trail stretching from North Carolina’s mountains to its coast. Check the visitor center for more hiking information.