Welcome to The Historic Orchard at Altapass ~ Saving The Good Stuff ~ Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway

**Welcome to the Historic Orchard at Altapass**!

Join us in our mission to Preserve, Educate and Protect the culture and the land of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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The 2018 Season Is In Full Swing!

Hiking trails are always open. Keep up with special news and events on Facebook.

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Mile Marker 328.3 on the Blue Ridge Parkway

One of the most visited historic sites on the Blue Ridge Parkway! Fun for the entire family!

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Visit Our Store! Fudge, Ice Creams, Pies & More!

Our store directly supports our conservation efforts with unique products and Sweet Treats.

Our Online Store

Music, Dancing & Special Events All Season Long!

Original local music, dancing and other entertaiment every Wed/Thur/Fri/ Sat! & Sun!

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Great Food from our NEW APPLE CORE GRILL!

Burgers / Dogs / Sandwiches / BBQ / Drinks

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Pet Friendly! YOUR FURBABIES Are Welcome Here!

We're Pet Friendly! Watering Stations Available. We sell Treats & Accessories too! (Leashes required at all times).

Upcoming Events

The Orchard at Altapass offers lots of FREE events for the whole family!

Upcoming Events

August 2018
Super Saturdays for Kids ~ Sing, Dance & Play

From August 18, 10:30 am until August 18, 11:30 am

At Orchard Building Categories: Super Saturdays Tags: Free, Super Saturdays, Kids, Programs

Sing, Dance and Play- Learn a song, make a dance cuff, and make a traditional Native American game.
Town and Country

From August 18, 1:00 pm until August 18, 2:30 pm

At Orchard Building Categories: Musical Events Tags: Live Music

Sponsored by Jim & Jo Ann Harllee
Southbound

From August 18, 3:00 pm until August 18, 4:30 pm

At Orchard Building Categories: Musical Events

Sponsored by Hal & Kathryn Brown
Terry McKinney

From August 19, 1:00 pm until August 19, 2:30 pm

At Orchard Building Categories: Musical Events Tags: Live Music

Sponsored by Matt & Starr Stevens
Harlan County Grass

From August 19, 3:00 pm until August 19, 4:30 pm

At Orchard Building Categories: Musical Events Tags: Live Music, Harlan County Grass

Sponsored by Ken & Norma Walter
Apples and Bridge

From August 21, 9:30 am until August 21, 4:00 pm

At Orchard Building Categories: Public Events Tags: Public, Bridge, Cards

A hands on playing bridge seminar. Participants must register with Jan Banta @ 828-773-4489
Open Mic/Music Jam

From August 22, 1:45 pm until August 22, 4:45 pm

At The Orchard at Altapass Categories: Public Events

Calling all musicians and lovers of music! Bring your instruments or just come to listen each Wednesday May through October.
Tom Sparks & Friends

From August 23, 1:45 pm until August 23, 3:15 pm

At The Orchard at Altapass Categories: Musical Events
Debbie Young

From August 24, 1:45 pm until August 24, 3:15 pm

At The Orchard at Altapass Categories: Musical Events

Sponsored by Denise & Bill Hoebeke
Super Saturdays for Kids ~ Learn to Play the Harmonica

From August 25, 10:30 am until August 25, 11:30 am

At Orchard Building Categories: Super Saturdays Tags: Free, Super Saturdays, Kids, Programs

Learn to Play the Harmonica

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Local Weather

74°F

Orchard at Altapass

Cloudy

Humidity: 69%

Wind: NE at 7 mph

Sunday

64°F / 76°F

Monday

63°F / 74°F

Tuesday

65°F / 75°F

Wednesday

62°F / 74°F

Parkway Alerts & Closures

Our mission:

The mission of the Altapass Foundation, Inc. is to preserve the history, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains; protect the underlying orchard land with its apples, wetlands, butterflies, and other natural features; and educate the public about the Appalachian experience. Altapass Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public non-profit and depends on the generosity of donors to fund programs that support this mission. Click here for information about becoming a member or to make a special donation.