At mile marker 384 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Visitor Center serves as the all-in-one stop for those looking to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and the trails surrounding the roadway. There is a short hiking trail at the Visitor Center that ties in with the Mountains-to-Sea trail on the other side of the Parkway.

Matthew

September 17, 2023

Road cycling

At mile marker 384 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Visitor Center serves as the all-in-one stop for those looking to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and the trails surrounding the roadway. With ample parking, this is a pretty popular spot for starting and finishing bike rides.

deancochran

September 19, 2023

Road cycling

This is probably the best parking location to start the full climb of Mt. Mitchell from. A wonder and accommodating visitors center

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Hike the difficult 20.4-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Segment 3 through the Blue Ridge Parkway, gaining 1520 feet in elevation.

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Location: Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

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Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

1. Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center TRACK Trail

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