Motorcycle Touring on the Blue Ridge Parkway

The Blue Ridge Parkway attracts hundreds of thousands of motorcycle riders annually. Many riders consider the Parkway to be among the very best venues in the United States - if not the best. The reasons are clear - beautiful scenery, numerous overlooks and many travel destinations including the Biltmore Estate, Grandfather Mountain, etc.

To keep the Parkway at the top of motorcycle riders' "dream rides" the National Park Service is very concerned about the safety of the riders. Of course, the basic laws must be adhered to such as wearing a helmet, burning headlights and observing the maximum, 45 mph Parkway speed limit. In addition, riders should be aware of sometimes slow moving traffic, loose gravel after rain and slippery, wet leaves in the fall. Wildlife can also sometimes startle riders.

Have a safe, enjoyable ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway!

Motorcycle Safety Keychain

Motorcyclists have long commented on this popular and humorous street sign found along the Blue Ridge Parkway depicting a very real danger. Price $7.95

Motorcycle Touring Books:

		Motorcycle Adventures in the Southern Appalachians: Asheville NC, The Blue Ridge Parkway, NC High Country Price $17.95
		Motorcycle Adventures in the Southern Appalachians: North Georgia, Western North Carolina, East Tennessee Price $17.95
		Motorcycle Adventures in the Central Appalachians: Virginia's Blue Ridge, Shenandoah Valley, West Virginia Highlands Price $16.95

VBR News Resources:

Hampton Inn, West Jefferson, NC Motorcycle Friendly Lodging just off the Parkway. Brand new hotel opened in March 2010! Signature Cloud 9 bedding in all rooms. Amenities include heated indoor swimming pool and spa, complimentary wired and wireless high speed internet access, Hampton on the House breakfast, business center, meeting room, fitness center, on-site guest laundry services, jacuzzi suites, elevator. Gorgeous long range views in beautiful West Jefferson, NC. More Info Milepost 261 ~ 336-846-4000 203 Hampton Place ~ West Jefferson, NC 24 Hours a Day 7 Days a Week

Switzerland Inn & Diamondback Motorcycle Lodge Cruise in to the Switzerland Inn and Diamondback Motorcycle Lodge on the Parkway at MP 334. Our full-service Chalet Restaurant and two patio bars welcome you to your home-away-from-home with ice-cold beer, wine, mixed beverages and chef-inspired specialties. Relax in our mountaintop swimming pool or soak in our hot tubs before retiring to the wide front porch of the Diamondback Motorcycle Lodge, our multi-bedroom cottage with covered parking. 72 mountain view rooms, suites and pet-friendly cabins. More Info | info@switzerlandinn.com Milepost 334 ~ 800-654-4026 86 High Ridge Road ~ Little Switzerland, NC April - November