Nearly a year after Hurricane Helene rocked the southeastern U.S., the famed Blue Ridge Parkway — and many stops along its 469-mile route — is almost fully open again. This serpentine, two-lane ribbon ...

A nostalgic return to Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, exploring charming small towns, scenic drives, and the enduring pull ...

Why it matters: The Parkway is America’s most visited National Park site, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Where it goes: It stretches from Shenandoah National Park in ...

The 469-mile route known as “America’s favorite drive” has mostly reopened nine months after Hurricane Helene, but there are still detours and closures to watch out for. By Gabe Castro-Root When ...

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a nearly 500-mile scenic road connecting Virginia and North Carolina. Originally a Great Depression-era project, the parkway continues to boost local economies. In 2024, ...