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Oconaluftee River Overlook

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Oconaluftee River Overlook

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Oconaluftee River Overlook

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Location: Swain County, North Carolina, United States

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September 17, 2023

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The Oconaluftee River Overlook is the most southern official viewpoint on the Blue Ridge Parkway. At Milepost 468.4, it is the final stop of the parkway before reaching the National Park Boundary for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With all the lush growth, you can't really see the river, but you can see the healthy valley it helps supply.

September 17, 2023

Road cycling

The Oconaluftee River Overlook is the most southern official viewpoint on the Blue Ridge Parkway. At Milepost 468.4, it is the final stop of the parkway before reaching the National Park Boundary for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With all the lush growth, you can't really see the river, but you can see the healthy valley it helps supply.

April 3, 2024

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Oconaluftee River Overlook – View of Raven Fork loop from Yellowhill

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View of Raven Fork – Oconaluftee River Overlook loop from Paint Town

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

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Elevation 680 m

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Location: Swain County, North Carolina, United States

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