Cruisin' the Parkway ....
Scenic Mountain Spots
During your visit we suggest a picnic at Doughton Recreation Area - Milepost 241 on parkway
11 locals recommend
Doughton Park Picnic Area
During your visit we suggest a picnic at Doughton Recreation Area - Milepost 241 on parkway
Cumberland Knob
Nice hiking spot - milepost 217 on parkway
Fox Hunters Paradise
Fox Hunters ParadiseViews for miles -Milepost 218
Must See!
Stone Mountain State Park
3042 Frank PkwyAmazing!
Food scene
Saddle Mountain Cafe
8735 Glade Valley RdGreat burgers & hospitality - about 1 mile from the parkway
Recently reopened diner at Doughton Park recreation area - milepost 241. Opened 8am - 4pm weekends during season.
Reservations recommended
10 locals recommend
The Bluffs
45338 Blue Ridge ParkwayRecently reopened diner at Doughton Park recreation area - milepost 241. Opened 8am - 4pm weekends during season.
Reservations recommended
The Depot Restaurant at Cody Creek
112 Old Depot LnDaddy's favorite ribs ... take your camera!
Excellent food in Sparta - Cloth tablecloths & Mama approved!
6 locals recommend
North Flow Steak House and Tavern
527 South Main StreetExcellent food in Sparta - Cloth tablecloths & Mama approved!
Muddy Creek Cafe Sparta
60 S Main StGreat music & eclectic spot on main street
Tex Mex Cafe
1046 U.S. 21Fab Lunch Fusion for Foodies: Mexican/Spanish/Cuban
Crave
854 S Main StCraving pasta & cheese?
Main Street Pizzeria & Taphouse
151 S Main StGreat Burgers, Pizza & Fried Pickles Ya'll!
J B's Pizza & Subs
371 North Main StreetGreat pizza in retro diner
The Galax Smokehouse
101 N Main StAward winning BBQ & Banana pudding!
The Galax Cakery
211 South Main StreetTasty treats & gifts for your sweet tooth
Creek Bottom Brews
307 North Meadow StreetBeer & Pizza Ya'll
Macado's
201 N Main StFun Sandwich Scene
Backwoods Bean Coffee Shop
21 N Main StThis coffee is a must on the mountain!
El Torito
528 E Stuart DrOur favorite Mexican food in Galax
Local Supplies
In case you forget something - 3 minute drive from the parkway, 12778 NC- Hwy 18, Ennice, NC
Dollar General
12778 North Carolina 18In case you forget something - 3 minute drive from the parkway, 12778 NC- Hwy 18, Ennice, NC
Walmart Supercenter
1140 E Stuart DrFrom North 177: 1140 E Stuart Drive, Galax, Va
Food City
955-A E Stuart DrStarbucks is here! You can find a great selection of produce, cheeses, sushi, wine & beer.
Small Town Attractions Nearby
Towns within an hour drive of the bungalow
"Mayberry" - is a short drive down the mountain. Check out the event website online mtairyncchamber
96 locals recommend
Mount Airy
"Mayberry" - is a short drive down the mountain. Check out the event website online mtairyncchamber
Famous for "Old Time Music"! Enjoy a fun day downtown antique shopping & trying the local foodie joints. Visitgalax
33 locals recommend
Galax
Famous for "Old Time Music"! Enjoy a fun day downtown antique shopping & trying the local foodie joints. Visitgalax
Known for Christmas trees, family farms, fabulous soaps/candles, & Great Music on Main Street! Check it out online authenticallyalleghany
34 locals recommend
Sparta
Known for Christmas trees, family farms, fabulous soaps/candles, & Great Music on Main Street! Check it out online authenticallyalleghany
Fun Christmas light and music display. Starts Thanksgiving day after dark. Right off Main Street in Galax, Va.
High Country Lights
601 S Main StFun Christmas light and music display. Starts Thanksgiving day after dark. Right off Main Street in Galax, Va.
Sightseeing
Brinegar Cabin
Doughton Park's Brinegar Cabin - milepost 238.
Mabry Mill
Most photographed site on parkway - mile post 176
Nearby Activities
Olde Beau Resort and Golf Club
729 Olde Beau BoulevardThe scenic way to play 9 or 18
Rolling down the river in season: check their website & get reservations
15 locals recommend
New River Campground Inc
3745 New River PkwyRolling down the river in season: check their website & get reservations
The Blue Ridge Music Center
700 Foothills RdJune - September concerts on the mountain
Laconia Ale Works
433 N Main StFirst Brewery in Sparta offers live music on many weekends