Hikes & Nature

Two waterfalls and open meadows right off the Parkway, with the best swimming falls around. The Parkway section reopened in 2025 — just check conditions in winter, when ice can close it.

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Hikes & Nature

Wildcat Rock TrailTemporarily closed

A local favorite — still closed after Helene damage, with no reopening date yet. We'll flip this the moment it's back.

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Hikes & Nature

Strawberry Gap Trailhead

Not dog-friendly. Local's hike, closest to property. Ridge with lookout.

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Hikes & Nature

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center Locals’ pick

Dog-friendly, safe, super close, easy loop hike.

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