Category: Blue Ridge Parkway Mileposts

View from Yadkin Valley Overlook

MP 289.8 – Yadkin Valley Overlook

This view at Yadkin Valley Overlook is very similar to the one from Thunder Hill Overlook, the next one going south on the Parkway. The pull off area is small, leaving little room for parking. However, it’s still an excellent view for stargazing and sunrise skies! Trails: Access the Mountains to Sea Trail Elevation: 3830′ Views: Yadkin River Valley, south-southwest Picnic Tables: No Camping: No

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Summer view from Raven Rock Overlook in Blowing Rock NC

MP 289.5 – Raven Rocks Overlook

View a beautiful sunrise or sunset from Raven Rocks Overlook, located at Milepost 289.5. There are no picnic tables but you can bring a blanket and picnic out on large boulders. The view faces northwest, one of the few northern overlooks in the area. Trails: Access the Mountains to Sea Trail Views: Far reaching views Picnic Tables: No picnic tables but great picnic spot on the rock Camping: No

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