Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 451, NC
About This Listing
Waterrock Knob, near the southern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway, has the highest elevation of any point on the Parkway.
Verified Trail Data
| Distance | Difficulty | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| about 1 mi round trip | n/d | 460 feet of elevation gain to the 6,273-foot summit, the highest point on the Blue Ridge Parkway |
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. Source: National Park Service (nps.gov).
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