ASHEVILLE - Almost six months after Tropical Storm Helene hit Western North Carolina, some major regional attractions remain closed or only partially open. The Blue Ridge Parkway, the nation's second ...

One of the Blue Ridge Parkway's most scenic short hikes offers multiple overlooks, lush forest paths, and stunning mountain ...

ROANOKE, Va. – The National Park Service has reduced staffing and operations due to the government shutdown, affecting many federal departments. This comes as tourists begin visiting the Blue Ridge ...

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 ...

If you’ve taken a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway recently, you’ve likely run into some roadblocks. Many parts of the scenic roadway remain closed due to damage caused by Hurricane Helene. But there’s ...

ASHEVILLE - As the Blue Ridge Parkway continues to slowly reopen and rebuild after facing "devastation" from Tropical Storm Helene, the ongoing federal hiring freeze could compromise the "basic ...

ASHEVILLE – Another round of good news for leaf lookers, sightseers and anyone who loves the outdoors — a major section of road on the Blue Ridge Parkway is now complete, and Mount Mitchell State Park ...

Photo from Pine Tree Overlook, milepost 95.2, captures sense of awe that awaits around a Parkway curve. NPS Photo/B.Wells. (Photo Courtesy of NPS & B.Wells 2025, All ...

As the summer season gets into full swing, National Park Service officials remind Blue Ridge Parkway visitors and neighbors that there’s much to enjoy on the Parkway this season. With multiple ...