From back country trails and camping, to favorite picnic areas and full service concession operations, the parkway offers visitors a wealth of opportunities to experience the scenic beauty and natural and cultural heritage of the southern Appalachian region.
Operating schedules are subject to change in support of federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. More Info...
Facility operating schedules are also subject to change due to adverse weather conditions and other uncontrollable factors.Road information is available at www.nps.gov/maps/blri/road-closures.
Visitor Centers & Areas of Interest
Operating schedules are subject to change due to weather and in support of federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Milepost
Visitor Center/Area
2021 Operating Dates
Notes
5.8
Humpback Rocks Visitor Center
May 28 - Oct 31
Visitors may take self-guided tours of the mountain farm grounds. Ranger on site outside the visitor center building beginning May 28. Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Interiors of visitor center and historic buildings are closed.
63.6
James River Visitor Center
Grounds open
Visitors may take self-guided tours of the canal lock system and the Trail of Trees. Interior of visitor center is closed.
85.6
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
May 28 - Oct 31
Ranger on site outside the visitor center building beginning May 28. Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Interiors of visitor center and historic buildings are closed.
85.6
Johnson Farm
Grounds open
Visitors may take self-guided tours of the grounds. Interiors of historic structures are closed.
169
Rocky Knob Visitor Center
Closed for season
176.2
Mabry Mill Cultural Site
Grounds open
Visitors may tour the grounds. Interiors of historic structures are closed.
213
Blue Ridge Music Center
May 6 - Oct 31
Open daily 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Mid-day Music from noon - 4:00 PM. Interior exhibits closed. Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information.
238.5
Brinegar Cabin
Grounds open
Visitors may tour the grounds. Historic structures are closed.
241.1
Doughton Park Visitor Center
May 21 - Oct 31
Open daily 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
294
Moses Cone Manor House
April 29 - Nov 14
The Southern Highlands Craft Guild store and America's National Parks store will be open daily June - Oct from10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The remainder of house will be closed. An information kiosk located near the carriage house will be staffed by rangers during normal business hours from May through September. Please note: During 2021, repair work on the exterior of the house will necessitate the closure of the front porch. Scaffolding and safety fencing will be installed around the building. Carriage trails are open.
304.4
Linn Cove Visitor Center
Closed
316.4
Linville Falls Visitor Center
April 30 - Oct 31
Open daily 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
330.9
North Carolina Museum of Minerals
Open Year-round
Open daily 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM (The visitor center is closed for lunch from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM daily).
364.5
Craggy Gardens Visitor Center
April 17 - Nov 14
Open daily 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
382.2
Folk Art Center
Open Year-round
Jan 1 - March 14 open Tuesday – Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; March 15 - Dec 31 open daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
384.5
Asheville Visitor Center
Open Year-round
Visitor Center open daily 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
451.2
Waterrock Knob Visitor Center
April 17 - Nov 14
Open daily 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
Campgrounds
Operating schedules are subject to change due to weather and in support of federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19.Firewood regulations are in effect. All campgrounds are closed during winter, typically from November - April.
Milepost
Campground
2021 Operating Dates
Notes
60.8
Otter Creek Campground
May 28 - Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28-Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
85.6
Peaks of Otter Campground
May 28 -Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
167.1
Rocky Knob Campground
May 28 - Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24-Oct 30.
239.2
Doughton Park Campground
May 28 - Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 -Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
296.9
Price Park Campground
April 2 - Oct 31
From April 2 - May 28 only Loop A is open, operating on a first-come, first served. During the reservation season, campsites on Loop A are available by reservation only. Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30. Note: Campground is open, but the lake is closed due to damage to the dam caused by the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred. Fishing, boating, and other activities in the lake are prohibited until further notice.
316.4
Linville Falls Campground
April 2 - Oct 31
April 2 - May 28 first-come, first served. Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
339.5
Crabtree Falls Campground
May 28 - Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
408.8
Mount Pisgah Campground
May 28 - Oct 31
Reservations available on www.recreation.gov for May 28 - Oct 23. First-come, first-served Oct 24 - Oct 30.
In-Park Stores, Restaurants, Lodging, and More
Operating schedules are subject to change due to weather and in support of federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Milepost
Concession
2021 Operating Dates
Notes
85.6
Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant
May 3 - Nov 28
Visit peaksofotter.com for operating dates and reservation information.
Weekends only in April and Oct. See www.pricelakeboatrentals.com for schedule details. Note: As of Aug 18th, temporarily closed due to damage caused by the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred. Check their website for updates.
382.2
Folk Art Center
Year Round
Visit craftguild.org for more information and operating hours.
