Blue Ridge Parkway Closures
The beloved Blue Ridge Parkway is under repair in many areas due to the damage from hurricane Helene in September 2024. While we are hopeful that our area of the Parkway will reopen soon, it is important to avoid traveling the Parkway until the work in our area is complete.
Driving Instructions
From 19E Eastward (Spruce Pine area):
– Turn right on Altapass Hwy (4.5 mi)
– Turn left onto Peppers Creek Rd. (0.1 mi)
– Continue (keep right) onto Orchard Road (1.0 mi)
From 226 (Marion area):
– Follow 226 toward Spruce Pine.
– Do not turn onto the Parkway, instead continue another 1.1
miles toward Spruce Pine
– Turn right onto Halltown Road (2.6 mi)
– Turn right onto Altapass Hwy (2.2 mi)
– Turn left onto Peppers Creek Rd (0.1 mi)
– Continue (keep right) onto Orchard Road (1.0 mi)
Parking at the Orchard
We offer free parking in the designated parking areas around the Red Barn. Overflow parking is available past the Music Pavilion on the left.
IMPORTANT: Orchard Road is a state road must be kept clear for two-way traffic. Please use only the designated parking areas. Larger and extended length vehicles should proceed to the overflow lot past the pavilion.