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Blowing Rock Hometown Heroes
After the devastation of Hurricane Helene the High Country banded together and worked to help those who lost everything. It was a very emotional time but it was also a time of hope as we saw the strength in our communities.
Fall Color Update: October 24, 2024 – Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway opened yesterday from Milepost 285 to Milepost 305. This includes many people’s favorite spots such as Beacon Heights, Rough Ridge, and Price Lake.
Blue Ridge Parkway OPEN Near Blowing Rock
On October 23, the Blue Ridge Parkway reopens from mileposts 292 to 305, stretching from Blowing Rock to Grandfather Mountain.
Visit Thoughtfully: Tips for a Post-Helene Trip
Blowing Rock businesses are open and eager to serve you! Visitor support is vital to the survival of our local tourism-based economy, but Hurricane Helene impacts to the region are significant. A thoughtful visit will ensure your safety and the continued recovery of the local region.
Fall Color Update: October 17, 2024
Even the leaves have felt the effects of Helene. Many of the trees at higher elevations lost their leaves due to the high winds. However, a bit of fall color is still developing here in the High Country.
Support Local Businesses Post-Helene
Though the storm is over, recovery is ongoing. As most of our visitors know, the fall leaf season is vital to businesses in the High Country, but that kind of robust economic activity isn't possible as we enter October. Additionally, lots of our local businesses are...