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The Mills Gap Overlook is a short detour off of the Appalachian Trail, but it is definitely worth getting off the trail and stopping to enjoy the view. The viewpoint is also right where the Blue Ridge Parkway intersects with the trail, so there is a good chance you will see others enjoying this spot.

The Memorial Bridge of Roanoke supports the Roanoke River Greenway and has wide sidewalks on both sides of the car lanes that bikes use. The bridge has two-lane traffic and spans 785 feet across the Roanoke River. While riding here, pay attention and find all five plaques, with quotes from Patrick Henry, Theodore Roosevelt, Stonewall Jackson, and Thomas Jefferson. The last plaque has the names of World War I victims.

The greenway is an easily accessible multi-use trail that runs along the Roanoke River. There are multiple points of access and a number of nice parks along its route. It can get busy with cyclists, walkers, and runners though so be aware of your fellow trail users.

Explore Park consists of miles and miles of trails across hundreds of acres. You'll find rolling hills, meadows, river access, historical buildings, and dense woodlands. You'll have plenty to do whether you stop for just an hour or decide to spend the day.

The greenway is an easily accessible multi-use trail that runs along the Roanoke River. There are multiple points of access and a number of nice parks along its route. It can get busy with cyclists, walkers, and runners though so be aware of your fellow trail users.

Located at Milepost 110.6 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Stewarts Knob Overlook offers a view of the city of Roanoke. The view is not the most picturesque on the parkway, but it does have ample parking and a bench. The view of the city is really the best one you'll get of Roanoke while on the parkway.

There's also a short hiking trail that goes to the actual summit of the mountain, but this road loop on the side of the mountain offers a few different viewpoints of the city and Mill and Stone Mountains.

The Roanoke River Overlook is located at Milepost 114 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. You can either lock up your bike and hike the short spur trails down to the river or just take in the view from the overlook. There are also some pretty great views from the bridge that actually crosses the river.