For the second weekend in a row in the last days of this finally beautiful summer in Western North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Parkway is OPEN completely from end to end for driving traffic, and most likely through the end of October.
That means the section closed due to the famous “crack” north of Asheville is re-opened from Milepost 376 at Ox Creek Road in Asheville to Milepost 355 at Mt. Mitchell State Park. Crews created temporary bypass lanes through the slope failure area, which reopened on Monday, Aug. 26.
Craggy Gardens Visitor Center on Blue Ridge Parkway
But remember, this is no shortcut. The speed limit in this section of the roadway has been reduced to 15 mph to ensure public safety while traveling through the bypass area. Drivers are strongly encouraged to reduce speed as they approach this area. The reduced speed limit will be strictly enforced.
The Craggy Gardens Visitor Center and Picnic Area, located at Milepost 364, is also now open. This is probably one of the most beautiful areas on the parkway, so be sure to take advantage this weekend.
Take a hike up to Craggy Pinnacle or Craggy Flats to
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