2-story cabin with a man looking in the doorway and a table to the left with 4 people and a ranger.

Polly Wood's Ordinary Open House (Peaks of Otter - Milepost 86)

Blue Ridge Parkway

  • Jun 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
  • Free

Step into history with a ranger as we unveil the fascinating story of the Wood Family, their Ordinary, and tourism at Peaks of Otter! Stop in and chat with the ranger, learn about the family, and play with some old-timey toys and games.

A ranger will be at Polly Wood's Ordinary from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. All NPS Blue Ridge Parkway programs are free and open to anyone. All ages welcome.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Polly Wood's Ordinary can be accessed from the Peaks of Otter Picnic Area or the Abbott Lake Trail located behind the Peaks of Otter Lodge.

Latitude and Longitude 37.443650, -79.599822

Schedule

Date:

Jun 6, 2026

Time:

1:00 PM

Duration:

3 hours

A ranger will be stationed at Polly Wood's Ordinary for guided exploration from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.

Contact Information

Blue Ridge Parkway
540-586-4496
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Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Talk
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