Penland Gallery - At Penland School of Crafts in Mitchell County, featuring contemporary craft and information about area studios. Open Tues-Sun from March to early Dec. Exit Parkway at US 226; follow 226N 7.5 miles; turn onto Penland Rd; follow signs to Penland School. www.penland.org/gallery (828) 765-6211.

Pepper’s Restaurant - Famous sandwiches since 1975. Featuring steaks and seafood, soup & salad bar and homemade desserts. Open 7 days. Located at the Shops at Shadowline near Harris-Teeter. All ABC permits. www.peppers-restaurant.com. (828) 262-1250.

Variety of music, shopping, attractions, restaurants, and accommodations, plus Dollywood and the Great Smoky Mountains. Website: www.mypigeonforge.com 1-800-251-9100.

Pilot Knob Inn - Tobacco barn cabins & Honeymoon suites, whirlpools, fireplaces on 100+ acres, lake with boating & fishing. Pilot Mtn 1 mile off Hwy 52. Full Breakfast & sauna. www.pilotknobinn.com. (336) 325-2502.

Pine Tavern Lodge - Beautiful 1927 historic hotel. WiFi, pets, & amenities expected by today's travelers. 2-room suites, private cottage. www.thepinetavernlodge.com (540) 745-4428.

Pinecrest B&B - 249 Cumberland Ave. 6 mi. to Pkwy MP 382. Historic 5-room inn, 1 mi. to downtown AVL. Free breakfast. www.pinecrestbb.com (828) 281-4275.

Pineola Inn - US 221 3 mi. S of Linville. 1.5 mi off MP 312. 45 rooms, clean, affordable, AC, CATV, microfridges, log cabins, honeymoon suites w/Jacuzzis, RV & tent camping, gift shop. www.PineolaInn.com (828) 733-4979.

Pisgah Forest Gem Mine - 507 N Main St. Hendersonville, 3338 Asheville Hwy, Pisgah Forest. Open all year, indoor/outdoor mining, unique rock/retail shop, waterfalls. www.pfgems.com (828) 367-8330.

Pisgah Inn - "Peak of the Parkway". Full service restaurant, lodging, gift shop and country store. Panoramic views from our Observation Deck and all guest rooms. Milepost 408.6 Blue Ridge Parkway. www.pisgahinn.com (828) 235-8228.

Pisgah Visitor Center - 1001 Pisgah Hwy., Pisgah Forest, NC. Information on hiking, biking, camping and more, interactive exhibits, gift shop. (828) 877-3265.

Pixie Motor Inn - Intersection of NC 105 and US 221. WiFi and cable TV, air conditioned. Seasonal April-October. (828) 733-2597.

Planet Chopper - Blue Ridge Parkway motorcycle tours. Ride custom motorcycles! Gas, food and beer included. Don't ride? We sleep 15+, pool table + lounge areas. Visit www.planetchopper.world or call (276) 266-5684.

First Peak of the Blue Ridge. I-26E, Exits 59 & 67. Explore gorges, hiking, birding, waterfalls, kayaking, scenic drives & historic small towns - Saluda, Tryon & Columbus. Enjoy horse shows, wineries, inspired shops/galleries, local restaurants & year-round events. Rejuvenate at historic inns, cozy cabins & hotels. www.firstpeakblueridge.org. (800) 440-7848.

Primland Resort - Meadows of Dan, VA. 4 miles from Parkway MP 177. Luxury lodge, cottages, spa, golf, wing shooting, fly fishing, sporting clays, horseback riding. Casual and fine dining. One of a kind observatory. www.primland.com (866) 960-7746.

The Princess Anne Hotel - 1 mile to downtown Asheville. Charming historic hotel in a quaint neighborhood. www.princessannehotel.com (828) 258-0986.

Pulaski County Visitor & Tourism Center - Information on Pulaski County and New River Valley. www.visitpulaskiva.org (540) 674-4161.

Quality Inn & Suites University - 840 E King St Boone. Close to all local attractions. Free hot breakfast, WiFi and pool. Refurbished rooms, suites and Jacuzzi rooms available. (828) 266-1100.

Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual Inc. - Largest selection of authentic Cherokee weaponry, basketry, beadwork, finger weaving, wood & stone carving. www.quallaartsandcrafts.org (828) 497-3103.

Radford Visitor's Center - Rt. 8 to I-81 Exit 109. "Find it in Radford" - Mary Draper Ingles statue, outdoor play and other sites. Easy access to the New River for tubing, fishing & kayaking. Glencoe Mansion, Museum & Gallery. Radford University planetarium, College of Visual & Performing Arts series and Highlander athletics. Crooked Road Affiliated Venue, Monday evening Fiddle & Banjo Jam. www.visitradford.com (540) 267-3153.

Rafting in the Smokies - 813 E Parkway. www.raftinginthesmokies.com 800-PRO-RAFT.