A Virtual Tour of The Blue Ridge Parkway
PO Box 1157
Boone, NC 28607
Phone: 828-265-4026
Virtual Blue Ridge is the premiere Internet resource for the Blue Ridge Parkway. Offering an exclusive virtual tour with 360 degree panoramic imaging, a visitor can check out the entire Parkway before making their visit. The web site also offers a news and event calendar, daily photo journal, business directory, online store and more to help you plan your trip.

The Blue Ridge Parkway - National Park Service - Blue Ridge Parkway Map
National Park Service
Phone: 828-298-0398 / 828-271-4779
The Blue Ridge Parkway, sometimes called "America's Favorite Drive", is the most visited unit of America's National Park System. A drive down the Parkway provides stunning, long range vistas and close-up looks at the natural and cultural history of the southern Appalachian mountains and the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is designed as a drive-awhile and stop-awhile experience, so please don't be in a hurry. Speed limit is 35-45 mph.

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Online Store
Orders: 828-265-4026
BlueRidgeParkwayStore.com - Official online store for the 75th anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Show your support for the Parkway by purchasing from our collection of merchandise bearing the BRP and BRP 75th logos. Also, check out our collection of maps, books, videos and prints ideal for pre-visit planning.

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Winston-Salem NC
PO Box 10427 Salem Station
Winston-Salem, NC 27108
The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is the primary and professional fund raising organization for the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Foundation does not fund the Blue Ridge Parkway's operational budget which is the responsibility of the federal government. The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation funds those projects and programs which add a margin of excellence to the park's mission, enhance the visitor's experience, and have a lasting value.

Julian Price Memorial Park and Campground Blowing Rock NC
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 297
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Phone: 828-295-0398
The largest campground on the Blue Ridge Parkway is located at Julian Price Memorial Park along with one of the more popular picnic areas. Interpretive programs, fishing, boat rentals for Price Lake, and an extensive trail system including the Tanawha Trail across the face of Grandfather Mountain make for a delightful Parkway visit.

Southern Highland Craft Guild Blowing Rock NC - March 15 - November 30
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 294
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Phone: 828-295-7938
The Moses Cone estate houses the Southern Highland Craft Guild, along with a book sales area. A family cemetery, carriage and apple barn, and an extensive system of carriage trails offer opportunity for a unique Parkway visit. Hiking and horse trails, boating and fishing, camping and picnic areas, and mountain handicraft demonstrations.