Hikers taking the trek across Grandfather Mountain’s ridgeline can now enjoy five new ladders on the Grandfather Trail. The new ladders on MacRae Cliff replace the old ones that had been up for decades on what many people consider to be one of the most exciting spots along the ridgeline hike. The five ladders are […]
Parkway Begins Final Phase Reconstruction of Historic Stone Guardwalls
The Blue Ridge Parkway will be closed to all traffic, including cyclists and pedestrians, in three locations beginning November 14, 2011, and lasting until Summer 2012. The locations are: from Milepost 217.8, just south of Cumberland Knob, to Milepost 220.4 at NC Route 1460; from Milepost 226.3 at NC Route 1433 to Milepost 229.7 at […]
Blue Ridge Parkway Closure for I-26 Bridge Repairs
On Tuesday, November 1, 2011, and until further notice, the Blue Ridge Parkway will be closed for all visitor use from Milepost 388.3 at US Route 25/Hendersonville Road to Milepost 393.6 at NC Route 191/Brevard Road. Parkway personnel will erect barriers and signage at these locations to direct visitors along an established detour route. The […]
Public Program Focuses On “The Dollars and Sense of Protecting Community Character”
Make plans now to bring your colleagues and community leaders to downtown Galax, Virginia on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Gateway Community Reception Chestnut Creek School of the Arts – 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. 100 N. Main Street – Galax Ed McMahon “Protecting Community Character” Presentation Rex Theater – 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. 113 East Grayson […]
Parkway Hosts Free Fall Events At Mabry Mill
Every weekend this October, the Blue Ridge Parkway invites the public to join the celebration at Mabry Mill where free special programs will highlight the area. Fall Gathering Days Saturdays, October 8, 15, and 22 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Wood smoke and the smell of apple butter boiling signal fall. Come help with chores […]
