Scenic drive

Linn Cove Viaduct

Linville, North Carolina

An S-curved concrete bridge hugging Grandfather Mountain on the Parkway.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
30 min

The most expensive section of the Blue Ridge Parkway was built without disturbing the slope, and the viaduct visitor centre explains the engineering. A short trail leads below the bridge.

Good to know

  • Visitor centre is seasonal
  • Underpass trail is short
  • Good photo stop from the pulloff
Best time
Fall colour
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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