Country Inn & Suites Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road - 199 Tunnel Road. 3 miles from Parkway. Newly renovated. 100% non-smoking, indoor pool & spa, free hot breakfast, 1 mile from downtown, 3 miles from Biltmore House. (828) 254-4311.

Courtyard by Marriott - 1 Buckstone Place. Exit MP 382, go 2.5 miles west on US 70. Bistro Restaurant, indoor pool, spa, fitness center. www.courtyardasheville.com (800) 321-2211 or (828) 281-0041.

Courtyard by Marriott - 1050 Hwy 105 Boone, NC 28607. Brand new hotel in the High Country of NC. www.marriott.com/hkybn Phone (828) 265-7676.

Cradle of Forestry Historic Site - Enjoy our trails, hands-on exhibits, movie, programs, gift shop. Cafe serves lunch. Visit cabins, explore Adventure Zone. April-Nov. www.gofindoutdoors.org/cradle-of-forestry

A Blue Ridge Cabin - Cozy, fully equipped log cabin, private, sleeps 7. 1.5 mi. from MP 177.7. Fireplace, peaceful deck, & onsite café. www.ablueridgecabin.com (276) 293-1233.

Crossnore Weavers & Gallery - "A working museum." Traditional hand woven textiles produced since 1920. Open Mon-Sat. Off Hwy 221 in Crossnore. (800) 374-4660.

Daddy Rabbit's Campground - Milepost 174, 4 miles west on 799 to 727. Camping cabins, tents, full hookups, metered LP gas, hot showers, laundry. Open April 15-Nov. 1. (540) 789-4150.

Dale's Wheels Through Time Museum - 62 Vintage Ln. Thurs.-
Mon. 10am-5pm. 5 mi. from Blue Ridge Parkway. Over 300 rare,
historic machines back to 1903. www.WheelsThroughTime.com
(828) 926-6266.

Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesboro - I-64 exit 94. 5 miles from Parkway. Oversized guest rooms boast panoramic mountain views. Comp. continental breakfast & outdoor pool. (540) 943-1101.

Dinosaur Land - 3848 Stonewall Jackson Hwy, White Post, VA.
Intersection 522, 340, & 277. 8 mi. S of Winchester. Over 50
dinosaurs, gift shop. www.dinosaurland.com (540) 869-2222.

A small community is in the heart of North Carolina Wine Country and home to some of NC’s premier wineries. Exit Parkway at MP 199.7 to I-77S exit 93. For more information visit: www.dobson-nc.com or call (336) 356-8962.

Dogtown Roadhouse - 302 S Locust St, Floyd VA. Wood-fired pizza, bands, & brews. Live music Fri. & Sat. 6 miles from Parkway. www.dogtownroadhouse.com

Dogwood Crafters - Craft Coop, a showcase of handmade arts and crafts since 1976. 90 Webster St. Dillsboro, NC. Open 10-6 daily. www.dogwoodcrafters.com (828) 586-2248.

Dominion Valley Park - MP 177.7 near Stuart, VA. Outdoor
event venue & live music, 150 campsites w/ water &
electric. www.dominionvalleyllc.com (276) 694-4245.

Down by the River Campground - 292 River Campground Rd. At MP 312, Right on Hwy 181 North, 1 mile down on left. 30 & 50 amp service, hot showers, spacious, level sites, laundry. (May-Oct.) www.downbytherivercampground.com (828) 733-5057.

Econo Lodge-Airport - Located at I-26 exit 40. Minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore House, airport, & WNC Agriculture Center. Wire & wireless internet. Cable TV. (828) 684-1200.

Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - Treasure Hunt of your Life. Keep what you find! Mine for ruby, emerald and more! Open year round. 2120 Brevard Rd. Hendersonville NC. www.ElijahMountain.com (828) 692-6560.

"Birthplace of American Democracy," two state parks, largest rhododendron gardens in U.S., oldest frame house in TN, 134' covered bridge. Enjoy the outdoors, camping, water sports & hiking. www.tourcartercounty.com. (423) 547-3850.

Emerald Village - 3 miles from Parkway at Little Switzerland. Gem mining, gold panning, mine tours, waterfall, free exhibits, real mines, fun shopping! NC's Gem! www.emeraldvillage.com (828) 765-6463.

Engadine Inn and Cabins - 2630 Smoky Park Highway, Asheville (Candler), NC, 6.5 mi., 10 min. from MP 393.6. 5 B&B rooms in circa 1885 Inn, plus 6 private cabins. www.engadineinnandcabins.com (828) 633-1110.