The little cafe they have before walking to the observatory has the best vanilla coffee and the fella making it was super nice and helpful!
A wonderful park! I have now hiked to the top twice from the ranger station, and it has been a fantastic trip each time. The first was magical, as it started to snow about half way up. Much of the trek makes you feel as if you are walking through scenes of a movie. The park is free to enter, and there is a restaurant open certain times of the year. In the winter be sure to call ahead to find out whether or not the park is open as well as the Blue Ridge Parkway as these often close due to inclement weather.
Would love to camp here sometime. Well worth the drive and short hike to the top to the observation tower. Get ready for some amazing views of these amazingly beautiful mountains. The hike to the tower is mostly sidewalk and is only about 900 yards...however, it's all uphill to get there. Good news is that it's all downhill on the return.
It was me first snow experience ever and it was MAGICAL! It was cloudy the first one I went, so I definitely recommend checking the mountain's weather.
Highest point on the Parkway. They have a big parking lot and a gift shop, museum and snack bar. They close promptly at 6 pm! If you're cold, you've got to get the hot cider! The have hot chocolate, but the cider is better. There's other snacks. The restrooms are fairly clean, but down a flight of stairs. Didn't see a handicap entrance to them. It's a moderate walk up a paved, but steep trail to the top. There is a viewing platform at the top. The sunsets, on a clear day, are amazing. Not really too crowded and we went in prime leaf season in October.
Excellent stop if you are visiting parkway. Definitely get a cup of one of the hot drinks offered at the shop. For 1$ you get to enjoy the views while sipping hot drink. A must see location, plus restrooms with water and great picnic area with grills.
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