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The Blue Ridge Parkway connects the green valleys of Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smoky Mountains. Drive America's most scenic motorway with Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip. Inside you'll find:
*Maps and Driving Tools: 29 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the motorway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, and detailed directions for the entire route
*Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: Listen to live bluegrass music with a glass of local moonshine, drive past fields brimming with fireflies, and wander through American history. You'll know exactly what you want to do at each stop with lists of the best hikes, views, and more
*Itineraries for Every Traveler: Drive the entire two-week route or follow strategic itineraries like "Music of the Blue Ridge," including suggestions for spending time in in Washington DC, Front Royal, Waynesboro, Roanoke, Galax, Asheville, Cherokee, and Knoxville
*Local Expert: North Carolinian and mountaineer Jason Frye shares his love of the Great Smoky Mountains (and where to find the best barbecue!)
*Planning Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions, and suggestions for LGBTQ travellers, seniors, and road trippers with kids
With Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip's practical tips, detailed itineraries, and local insight, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road.
Looking to explore more of America on wheels? Try Moon Nashville to New Orleans Road Trip! Doing more than driving through? Check out Moon Blue Ridge & Smoky Mountains or Moon North Carolina.
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A community as varied as the landscape it inhabits, and history as wild as the mountains themselves: whether you're a foodie, artist, history buff, or hiker, Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains helps you plan the perfect trip for you.
What You'll Find in Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains:
- Local perspective from writer, adventurer, and North Carolina resident Jason Frye
- Expertly crafted maps and reference photos with detailed directions for getting around on your own, all in an easy-to-navigate format
- Strategic itineraries for every trip and budget, including: one day in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a five-day mountain getaway, one day in Asheville, and a classic bluegrass and mountain music journey
- Honest advice on driving routes, finding the best accommodations from campsites to boutique hotels, and navigating the region like a local
- Activities and ideas for every traveler: Trek across the scenic hills, meadows, and streams of the Appalachian Trail, or take a dip in the natural hot springs dotting the mountainous terrain. Connect with the region's rich artistic and cultural history, or go whitewater rafting, kayaking, or canoeing. Sample award-winning cuisine and discover the microbreweries that earned Asheville the title of "Beer City USA." Set up camp in the Pisgah National Forest, or find the best local bed and breakfast for a relaxing weekend getaway
- Detailed and thorough information, including crucial background on culture and history, geography, and plants and wildlife
- Handy tools such as emergency resources and tips for hikers and campers, LGBTQ+ travelers, and travelers with disabilities
With Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains' practical tips, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way.
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