From back country trails and camping, to favorite picnic areas and full service concession operations, the parkway offers visitors a wealth of opportunities to experience the scenic beauty and natural and cultural heritage of the southern Appalachian region.
Facility operating schedules are subject to change due to adverse weather conditions and other uncontrollable factors.Information is available at www.nps.gov/maps/blri/road-closures.
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Campgrounds
Operating schedules are subject to change.Firewood regulations are in effect. More information about park campgrounds here. All campgrounds are closed during winter, typically from November - April.
Milepost
Campground
Current Status
2024 Operating Dates
Notes
60.8
Otter Creek Campground
CLOSED
TBD
85.6
Peaks of Otter Campground
CLOSED
TBD
167.1
Rocky Knob Campground
CLOSED
TBD
239.2
Doughton Park Campground
CLOSED
TBD
296.9
Price Park Campground
CLOSED
TBD
316.4
Linville Falls Campground
CLOSED
TBD
339.5
Crabtree Falls Campground
CLOSED
TBD
408.8
Mount Pisgah Campground
CLOSED
TBD
In-Park Stores, Restaurants, Lodging, and More
Operating schedules are subject to change.
Milepost
Concession
Current Status
2025 Operating Dates
Notes
85.6
Peaks of Otter Lodge and Restaurant
CLOSED
April 25, 2025 - Sunday, November 2, 2025
Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Ala Carte Dining Mon-Thur;
Breakfast Buffet 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Fri-Sun
Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Ala Carte Dining Mon-Sun
Dinner 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Ala Carte Dining Mon-Sun
Visit peaksofotter.com for operating dates and reservation information.
85.6
Peaks of Otter Country Store
CLOSED
May 23, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Wed - Sun 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
See peaksofotter.com for schedule details
85.6
Sharp Top Shuttle at Peaks of Otter
CLOSED
April 25, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Mon - Sun 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Operating days vary by season. See peaksofotter.com for details of the schedule.
85.6
Sharp Top Store
CLOSED
April 25, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Mon - Sun 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
See peaksofotter.com for schedule details
Southern Highland Craft Guild at the Moses Cone Manor
CLOSED
April 16, 2025 - November 30, 2025
April 16 - April 30: Wed - Sun 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
May 1 - October 31: Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
November 1-30: Wed - Sun 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Visit Southern Highland Craft Guild for more information.
296.9
Price Lake Boat Rental
OPEN
April 4, 2025 - November 2, 2025
April 4 - May 8: Friday - Sunday 11:00am - 6:00 pm
May 9 - September 3: Daily, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
October 1 - November 2: Friday - Sunday 11:00 am- 6:00 pm
weather and lake level dependent See www.pricelakeboatrentals.com for schedule details.
382.2
Folk Art Center
OPEN
Year Round
Daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Visit craftguild.org for more information and operating hours.
408.8
Pisgah Inn & Restaurant
OPEN
April 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Front Desk open 24/7, Restaurant open:
Breakfast - 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Lunch – 11:30 AM-4:00 PM
Dinner – 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Dining room seating is by reservation, room guests get first preference.
Visit pisgahinn.com for more information.
Accessible via Scenic US Route 276 & NC Highway 151.
Picnic Areas
Operating schedules are subject to change. Picnic areas are open sunrise to sunset.
Milepost
Picnic Area
Current Status
2025 Operating Dates
Notes
8.5
Humpback Rocks Picnic Area
OPEN
Open year round
No services available in winter
63.6
James River Picnic Area
OPEN
Open year round
No services available in winter
85.6
Peaks of Otter Picnic Area
OPEN
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
120.4
Roanoke Mountain Picnic Area
OPEN
Open year round
154.5
Smart View Picnic Area
OPEN
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
169
Rocky Knob Picnic Area
OPEN
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
188.8
Groundhog Picnic Area
OPEN
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
217.5
Cumberland Knob Picnic Area
CLOSED
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
241.1
Doughton Park Picnic Area
CLOSED
Friday, May 10, 2024 - Monday, November 4, 2024
271.9
Jeffress Park Picnic Area
CLOSED
Closed due to road construction.
No services available in winter
296.4
Price Park Picnic Area
OPEN
Open year round
Portable Toilets only; No services available in winter
