Rough Ridge NC – Scenic Viewpoint Hike Near Blowing Rock
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 303, NC
About This Listing
Rough Ridge, on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Blowing Rock, is a boardwalk section of the Tanawha Trail near the Linn Cove Viaduct.
Verified Trail Data
| Distance | Difficulty | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| n/d | Strenuous in the Rough Ridge section (Tanawha Trail overall: easy to moderate) | A boardwalk over 200 feet long protects a fragile mountain-heather ecosystem, with views of the Linn Cove Viaduct |
Good to Know
Always check current trail, parking, and access conditions with the managing agency before you go — conditions can change with weather and season. The National Park Service publishes the full 13.5-mile Tanawha Trail length but not a separate distance for the Rough Ridge section alone. Source: National Park Service (nps.gov).
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