Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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Pisgah National Forest

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20.0 km

Beaver Dam Gap Overlook (MP 401.7)

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21.4 km

Stony Bald View

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Stony Bald View is a lookout area on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Located at mile marker 402.6, the observation area is at 3,750 feet overlooking Stony Bald at 4,563 feet.

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23.0 km

Big Ridge Overlook

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Big Ridge Overlook is located at mile marker 403.6 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is nestled in the trees overlooking a wide valley to the southeast.

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24.1 km

View of Hominy Valley

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Hominy Valley View is located at Milepost 404.2 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are several rows of mountains running parallel to the viewpoint, and you can see just how …

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24.7 km

Mills River Valley Overlook

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At mile marker 404.5 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mills River Valley Overlook is the first of many close by scenic overlooks heading north. There are actually viewing areas of …

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31.1 km

View from Pisgah Inn

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Pisgah Inn offers luxury dining, lodging, shopping, and event hosting from its location on the side of the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are inspiring panoramic views from the inn's observation …

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32.6 km

Funnel Top View

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You can find Funnel Top View at Milepost 409.3 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The view is an official overlook, and at 4,925 feet, this is a great spot to see multiple rows of mountain spines.

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34.4 km

View of Pink Beds

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Pink Beds Overlook is situated at Milepost 410.3 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a popular pull-off due to the expansive view and the ability to see the mountain …

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35.4 km

Cradle of Forestry Overlook

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The Cradle of Forestry Overlook is located at Milepost 411 on the Blue Ridge Parkway and looks out over Pisgah National Forest. The main spectacle you can see is the …

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70.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.8 km

28.4 km

5.58 km

4.02 km

784 m

Surfaces

38.1 km

27.9 km

3.38 km

1.20 km

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Highest point (1,510 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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