easyMountain ParkwayBest: Fall (Oct)

Blue Ridge Parkway Adventure

Cruise through the Appalachian Mountains on America's most scenic roadway. Rolling hills, lush forests, and sweeping mountain vistas at every turn.

From

Waynesboro, VA

Cherokee, NC

Distance

755.00 km

Est. Time

~15.0 hours

Rating

5.0(1)

Rider Notes

Speed limit is 45mph throughout. Fall colors peak in mid-October. Many overlooks and picnic areas along the way.

Route Waypoints

Humpback Rocks

Scenic10.00 km from start

Short hike to panoramic mountain views. Visitor center.

Enter parkway at MP 0 heading southRoad: Excellent

Peaks of Otter

Rest Stop135.00 km from start

Lodge and lake surrounded by peaks. Great lunch spot.

Continue south on BRPRoad: Excellent

Roanoke Star

Scenic175.00 km from start

Detour to see the largest man-made star. City views.

Short detour off BRP near MP 120Road: Good

Mabry Mill

Scenic270.00 km from start

Most photographed spot on the BRP. Historic grist mill.

Continue south past MP 176Road: Excellent

Blowing Rock

Fuel420.00 km from start

Charming mountain village. Fuel and food.

Near MP 291, detour into townRoad: Good

Linn Cove Viaduct

Scenic445.00 km from start

Engineering marvel hugging Grandfather Mountain.

Continue south on BRPRoad: Excellent

Mount Mitchell

Scenic560.00 km from start

Highest peak east of Mississippi. Worth the detour.

Detour at MP 355Road: Good - steep grades

Cherokee

Destination755.00 km from start

Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains. End of the BRP.

BRP ends at MP 469Road: Good

Rider Feedback(1)

Linda J.

Rode on October 12, 2025

Did this in peak fall colors. Every overlook was a painting. The parkway is like a meditation at 45mph.

Road Conditions

Perfect pavement throughout. A few sections with fog.