Located at mile marker 417 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Looking Glass Rock Overlook serves as both a parking area for Skinny Dip Falls and a scenic viewing area for Looking Glass Rock.

Matthew

September 17, 2023

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You can find the Looking Glass Rock Overlook at Milepost 417 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. If your only goal is to see Looking Glass Rock, you'll get the chance to see the outcrop from a bunch of different overlooks on this section of the parkway. This is one of the biggest and most popular overlooks for viewing the spectacle since it has a lot of parking, informational signs, and hiking trail access.

Matthew

September 17, 2023

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Location: Transylvania County, North Carolina, United States

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