Blue Ridge Parkway by Motorcycle

The 45 mph Parkway is made for relaxed riding, with overnights in Roanoke, Blowing Rock and Asheville.

Riding style: Low speed limit, endless overlooks.

Stops and overnight towns

1. Waynesboro, VA

   Northern gateway.

2. Roanoke, VA · overnight

   Midpoint city.

   Hotels in Roanoke

3. Blowing Rock, NC · overnight

   Mountain village.

   Hotels in Blowing Rock

4. Asheville, NC · overnight

   Southern end.

   Hotels in Asheville

Rider tips

• Fuel is off the Parkway; plan exits.
• Tunnels south of Asheville are dark; remove tinted visors.
• Ask for ground-floor rooms or parking in view of the front desk.
• Check the forecast for each riding day, not just the destination.