Blue Ridge Parkway

Waterrock Knob Visitor Center (Milepost 451.2)

Próximamente:

• 1 nov. – 15 nov.: November Hours
• 16 nov. – 16 abr.: Closed in Winter (cerrado)

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

Próximamente:

• 26 nov.: Thanksgiving (cerrado)

Open year-round, except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Subject to temporary closures during periods of inclement weather.

Folk Art Center

Próximamente:

• 26 nov.: Thanksgiving (cerrado)

The Folk Art Center is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Subject to temporary closures during periods of inclement weather.

Craggy Gardens Visitor Center (Milepost 364)

Próximamente:

• 1 nov. – 15 nov.: November Hours
• 16 nov. – 14 abr.: Closed in Winter (cerrado)

There is no water available at Craggy Gardens. Porta-johns are available in the parking areas. Craggy Gardens Picnic Area and sections of the Mountains to Sea Trail from the Craggy Trail Shelter to the Snowball Mountain Trail remain closed.

Museum of North Carolina Minerals (Milepost 331)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 24 abr.: Closed for Winter (cerrado)

Please check the Calendar of Events page to see our schedule of Ranger Programs.

Linville Falls Visitor Center (Milepost 316)

This facility is closed as a result of damage sustained during Hurricane Helene. There is currently no scheduled date for reopening.

Linn Cove Viaduct Visitor Center (Milepost 304)

This visitor center is closed. Parking lot open for trail access.

Moses Cone Manor House and Visitor Center (Milepost 294)

Próximamente:

• 1 nov. – 29 nov.: November Hours
• 30 nov. – 14 abr.: Closed in Winter (cerrado)

The first floor of the house, including the Southern Highlands Craft Guild store and America's National Parks store are open Wednesday through Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm, April 15, 2026 to April 30, 2026. The stores are open daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, May 1, 2026 - October 30, 2026. The remainder of house is open for touring during the summer. Please see website calendar for tour and open house times or call 828-295-3782.

Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 30 abr.: Closed for Winter (cerrado)

The Blue Ridge Music Center is open 7 days week from 10 am to 5 pm. Midday Mountain Music, a free music concert and demonstration is held in the breezeway of the museum every day from noon to 3 pm.

Doughton Park Visitor Center (Milepost 238)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 7 may.: Closed for the season (cerrado)

Numerous hiking options are available in the Doughton Park area and nearby Brinegar Cabin offers insights into mountain living in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Rocky Knob Visitor Center (Milepost 169)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 30 abr.: Closed for Winter (cerrado)

The Rocky Knob area offers a visitor center, campground, and 15 miles of hiking trails, including the Rock Castle Gorge National Recreation Trail. Picturesque Mabry Mill is located just a few miles south of Rocky Knob.

Peaks of Otter Visitor Center (Milepost 85.6)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 30 abr.: Closed for Winter (cerrado)

Visitors of the Peaks of Otter gain a sense of both the history of community and tourism in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The long history of visiting the mountains for health and relaxation is told in the visitor center. An extensive trail system is available with the hike to Sharp Top being a long-standing tradition. Dining and lodging are available, along with fishing in Abbott Lake, camping, and picnicking.

James River Visitor Center (Milepost 63.6)

James River Visitor Center is closed for the season.

Humpback Rocks Visitor Center (milepost 5.8)

Próximamente:

• 2 nov. – 30 abr.: Closed for the Winter (cerrado)

Visitors may take self-guided tours of the mountain farm grounds. Parkway information and America's National Park Store is available during regular operating hours.