Overview
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469-mile scenic road through the Blue Ridge Mountains, passing near Asheville.
History
Construction began in 1935 and was finished in 1987. Hurricane Helene damaged sections of the parkway in 2024.
Today
The parkway is one of the most visited units of the National Park System, especially in fall.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.