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MP 297 – Julian Price Memorial Park

MP 297 – Julian Price Memorial Park

Price Lake  |  Hiking Trails  |  Picnicking  |  Camping  |  Related Articles  |  Upcoming Events Enjoy 4,200 acres of rolling mountains with elevations ranging from 3,400 to nearly 4,000 feet, plus a lake, stream, hiking trails, and a campground at Julian Price...
MP 290.4 – Thunder Hill Overlook

MP 290.4 – Thunder Hill Overlook

Enjoy a nearly 180° panoramic view! Thunder Hill is one of the most popular places to view the sunrise on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Locals also flock to the location to watch thunderheads coming in from the south, and to view plenty of stars at night. And yes,...
MP 289.8 – 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...
Mountains to Sea Trail Birthday Hikes

Mountains to Sea Trail Birthday Hikes

Friends of the NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) invites hikers of all skill levels to help celebrate the trail’s birthday each year in September. Join one of the group hikes in several trail towns across the state! From Cherokee to Nags Head, you’ll find hikes...

Fall Photo: October 22, 2016

Today has been blustery and chilly, feeling more like fall than the warm days of the last week. Peak color is easy to find in the High Country this weekend. Views are filling with warm colors, like this one from the Rocky Knob mountain bike park. The winds from this...