We encourage you to explore the scenic beauty and interesting small towns adjacent to the Parkway using these suggested itineraries.
Visitors traveling south on the Blue Ridge Parkway and approaching the Linville Falls area (Milepost 316.4) may consider this chance to see the natural wonder of the Blue Ridge up close and personal. At 90 feet tall, Linville Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Western North Carolina. Several hiking trails in the area offer visitors a chance to see the falls from several viewpoints as well as an opportunity to experience the surrounding area. Stop to visit the small mountain resort town of Linville.
After seeing the falls, take the exit at Milepost 317/Highway 221 South. Head down the mountain through the winding and beautiful mountain scenery approximately four miles to another natural adventure, the Linville Caverns. Explore the caverns and learn about the wonders inside a mountain. After the caverns, continue down 221 towards Marion to find a gorgeous, public golf course at Linville Golf Club. And don’t forget to visit the local cheesemakers at English Farmstead Cheese before driving farther south to pick up I-40 West toward Asheville, NC, and back on the Parkway at exit 55.
When traveling north, take I-40 East towards Marion. Take exit 85 for Highway 221 North and continue up towards Linville.
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