lush woods and over streams. And then it gets a little more interesting with ladders and ropes. The view at the top is worth it. Then head down to the Swinging Bridge where, hopefully, you were smart enough to leave a car.
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville 800.468.7325
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
Stop in and see the latest exhibition and their ever-growing permanent collection.
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock 828.295.9099
Bass Lake
Take a picturesque stroll around Bass Lake in Blowing Rock.
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 294
Nuwati Trail
Take the trail to Storyteller’ s Rock where you can enjoy spectacular views of Calloway Peak.
Boone Fork Parking Area Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 299.9
Rough Ridge Trail
For trophy views you can’ t beat, take a hike on this nearby trail.
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 302.8
Photo: Wiseman’ s View
Towards the end of the day, grab your backpack, a bottle of wine, a little cheese and pâté and head up to Beacon Heights or Wiseman’ s View. Cocktails anywhere else will never be the same. Just remember to leave enough time to get back to your car before dark!
Beacon Heights Trail Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 305.2
Wiseman’ s View( photo left) Linville Gorge Wilderness Area
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