This overlook at Milepost 53.6 on the Blue Ridge Parkway offers a great view of Rice Mountain and some of the valley floor below. This is a pretty spacious pull-off and a great spot for a break as much as it is a great place to take in a view.

Matthew

September 6, 2023

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1. Blue Ridge Parkway & Robinson Gap Road loop — Otter Creek Recreation Area

41.2km

03:06

760m

770m

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2. View Rice Mountain to Irish Creek Valley Overlook — Blue Ridge Parkway

35.9km

02:41

870m

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3. View of Otter Lake – View Rice Mountain loop from Glasgow

90.9km

06:00

1,240m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Amherst County, Virginia, United States

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View Rice Mountain

1. Blue Ridge Parkway & Robinson Gap Road loop — Otter Creek Recreation Area

2. View Rice Mountain to Irish Creek Valley Overlook — Blue Ridge Parkway

3. View of Otter Lake – View Rice Mountain loop from Glasgow

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