Why Everyone Needs to Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway at Least Once
There’s something magical about winding through the Appalachian Mountains on a road that feels tailor made for wonder. The Blue Ridge Parkway, also known as America’s Favorite Drive, stretches 469 miles from Virginia to North Carolina, weaving past scenic overlooks, hidden waterfalls, hiking trails, and charming small towns. This is an experience. A passage through time, color, and connection to the landscape. If you haven’t yet made the journey, there’s never been a better moment to plan your first.
This legendary route draws millions each year, not for speed or convenience, but for the kind of slow-travel serenity that makes you roll the windows down and breathe a little deeper. Every bend reveals something new: a deer crossing a morning fog, or a sunset so vivid you forget to reach for your phone. From the Craggy Gardens overlook to the sweeping elevation changes at Mount Pisgah, this is where nature puts on a show worth watching at your own pace.
After Hurricane Helene, Asheville and surrounding parkway areas have been rallying together to restore trail access, repair scenic stops, and welcome visitors with the same open-armed hospitality that’s long defined this part of Western North Carolina. Your visit means more than just a vacation. It is a show of support for the small businesses and communities who keep this experience alive.
The beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway isn’t only in its panoramic views. It's slow pace of pulling over for a picnic, the surprise of spotting a family of wild turkeys, the quiet found in Graveyard Fields, or the thrill of a spontaneous waterfall hike. There is a pocket of the parkway for the seasoned road tripper, and the weekend wanderer.
At Log Cabin Motor Court, we have had the pleasure of hosting travelers from all over who chose this drive as part of their story. Located just minutes from the Parkway’s entrances near Asheville, our historic cabins offer a peaceful home base with all the modern comforts. Unplug in front of a fireplace, bring your pup along for the ride, and take in the final weeks of summer, or plan ahead for the fall foliage that will be here soon.
If you’re planning a trip to Asheville and want a mountain cabin that’s easy to access, full of charm, and close to everything you want to explore, we’d love to host you at Log Cabin Motor Court. Our historic cabins blend rustic character with modern comforts and a convenient location just minutes from downtown. Browse our available cabins and book your peaceful getaway today.