Linn Cove Viaduct
an S-curve bridge that floats around Grandfather Mountain
Linn Cove Viaduct is one of the places Roamward flags on the Blue Ridge Parkway because it gives the drive its texture: an S-curve bridge that floats around Grandfather Mountain. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Blue Ridge Parkway runs Shenandoah, VA → Great Smoky Mountains, NC. America’s favorite drive, ridge to ridge.
Nearby route stops
- Mabry Mill — the most-photographed spot on the parkway, a working gristmill (Blue Ridge Parkway)
- Grandfather Mountain — a mile-high swinging bridge and big Blue Ridge views (Blue Ridge Parkway)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Blue Ridge Parkway stops like this.
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