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View of Grandfather Mountain from Raven Rock Overlook

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View of Grandfather Mountain from Raven Rock Overlook

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View of Grandfather Mountain from Raven Rock Overlook

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    September 7, 2023

    Cycling

    Raven Rock Overlook is located at Milepost 289.5 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It looks out on a lot of mountains, but those hillsides have become covered in more and more houses over the years. There are especially great views of Grandfather Mountain from here.

    September 7, 2023

    Road cycling

    Raven Rock Overlook is located at Milepost 289.5 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It looks out on a lot of mountains, but those hillsides have become covered in more and more houses over the years. There are especially great views of Grandfather Mountain from here.

    June 25, 2025

    Hiking

    Raven Rock Overlook gives you a great view forested valleys and distant mountains. It is a popular photo spot at sunrise and sunset.

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    Location: Watauga County, North Carolina, United States

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