Explore Park - Adventure begins at the Explore Park Visitor Center at Milepost 115. Check out the museum and artisan gift shop before exploring recreation options including hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, paddle sports, disc golf and special events. www.ExplorePark.org (540) 427-1800.

The Roanoke Valley and the neighboring scenic towns and counties - together known as Virginia’s Blue Ridge - is the quintessential mountain destination. As the largest metropolitan region along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia’s Blue Ridge has so much to offer visitors. Endless choices for creative cuisine and more shopping than you can squeeze into a weekend are just the beginning. The vibrant arts and culture scene includes one-of-a-kind opportunities like the Taubman Museum of Art, the renovated Center in the Square, the Virginia Museum of Transportation and more. It’s all surrounded by the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, which means outdoor fun on the rivers, streams, lakes, trails and back roads. Get a bird’s eye view of Virginia’s Blue Ridge from the Roanoke Star and Overlook, featured on the cover, just off of Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 120. Then head to the Visitor Information Center, open daily 9am to 5pm, to plan a perfect Blue Ridge Day. Contact: Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau, 101 Shenandoah Ave, Roanoke, VA 24016. www.visitvablueridge.com or 800-635-5532 or 540-342-6025.

RomanticAsheville.com - Insider's Guide to Asheville & surrounding mountains Biltmore, hiking, waterfalls, Parkway, packages www.RomanticAsheville.com

Rug & Home - Over 20,000 oriental rugs & home accessories. Finest rugs from India, China, Pakistan, Persia, Turkey, Egypt, Karastan, Milliken. Tapestries, needlepoints, oil paintings, antique furniture, brass, crystal, & Tiffany lamps, mirrors. Local & national artists. Sculptures and fine porcelain. Located at I-26, exit 33 behind Ethan Allen. Open 7 days. (828) 667-4585.

Welcome Center 2932 Memorial Hwy. Lake Lure NC 28746, MP 384.7. Have the Time of Your Life! www.visitblueridgenc.com (828) 287-6113.

Salem, Virginia's Championship City. Visit historic downtown Salem, only 30 minutes from the Parkway.

Serenity Haven Camping - 15 mi. South of Pkwy off Hwy 421.
Trout fishing, RVs, 5th wheels, primitive tent site. Open all
year. www.serenityhavencamp.com (828) 270-8200.

11 miles from MP 305.2 - Via 221S to 105N. Awesome views from rental cabins! Otter Falls Park, hiking trails, tennis & pickleball courts, playground, zipline, tubing. www.sevendevils.net (828) 963-5343.

Dolly’s hometown, where shopping, entertainment, attractions, accommodations and mountain history come together in Sevierville to create an atmosphere that can't be found anywhere else in the Smokies. www.visitsevierville.com (888) 738-4378.

Shelton Vineyards and Harvest Grill - 199.5 US 52 to I-77S to NC exit 93 and follow the signs. Estate winery, offering tours and tastings daily. Restaurant serving lunch and dinner Mon-Sat, lunch on Sun. www.sheltonvineyards.com. (336) 366-4724.

Shenandoah Caverns - Underground world of wonders
and Virginia's only cavern with elevator service! Open all
year. www.shenandoahcaverns.com (540) 477-3115.

Venture off the Pkwy and experience OUR Rush Hour. Scenic drives, hiking, paddling, history, vineyards, breweries, restaurants, caverns. There's only one Shenandoah County in the Shenandoah Valley! www.VisitShenandoahCounty.com (540) 459-6227.

Shenandoah River Outfitters & River Log Cabins - Canoe, kayak, raft, tube the Shenandoah or stay in the river cabins. www.shenandoahriver.com (800) 6-CANOE2.

Shenandoah Valley Cultural Heritage Museum-Edinburg Mill - 214 S Main St, Edinburg VA. Gift shop, Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. noon-5. www.edinburgmill.com (540) 984-8400.

Shenandoah Valley Travel Association - Request an official Shenandoah Valley Travel Guide at www.VisitShenandoah.org or call (800) VISIT-SV. Mail requests to P.O. Box 261, Luray, VA 22835.

Shirley’s Bed and Breakfast - Roanoke, VA. MP 115 at Explore
Park, easy Parkway access. Luxurious rooms, 5 suites, exceptional
breakfast, pool, wine. www.shirleysbandb.com (540) 589-5600.

Shoji Spa & Lodge - Asheville’s only Japanese outdoor hot tub spa. The Lodge, Loft and Studio at Shoji offer unique, luxurious and cozy accommodations surrounded by the majesty of nature overlooking the Pisgah National Forest and minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Serenity and scenery are paramount, yet only 8 minutes from downtown Asheville. Spectacular views and fireplaces in each unit make this the perfect couple’s escape! Spa packages and lodging for large groups available. www.shojiretreats.com (828) 299-0999.

Skyland Lakes Golf Club - Milepost 202.2 at Rt. 608, bordering Parkway. Public 18-hole golf course around mountains and lakes. Accommodations available. (276) 728-4923.

Located in Shenandoah National Park at mile 41.7 on the Skyline Drive, Skyland is located at the highest elevation along the drive. Skyland is open late March through late November.  The resort is closed during the winter.

Our location along Skyline Drive is ideal for visitors to explore over 500 miles of hiking trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Experience breathtaking views from 75 overlooks along Skyline Drive, a National Scenic Byway. Visit regional wineries, antique shops and museums that are nearby.

Skyland has meeting space to accommodate up to 100 people. It’s a great venue for a managers' retreat or small, intimate social gathering. Call the Group Sales Office at 866-383-2922 for information.

We have 177 rooms with the majority located along the ridge of the mountain facing the Shenandoah Valley to the west.  Room types range from newly renovated Premium rooms to small, cozy historic cabins.  A limited number of suites and pet friendly rooms are also available. All rooms are equipped with coffee makers, hair dryers, and clock radios. Premium and preferred rooms have TVs and air conditioning.  There are no in-room phones but there are house phones in the service areas. Cell service reception is available from most rooms depending on your carrier.  Calls can be received at the front desk – 540-999-2212 and messages will be delivered to your room. All rooms and public area plus 25 feet from buildings are smoke-free environments.

The Pollock Dining Room menu items focus on healthy, fresh and organic ingredients.  Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served plus we offer a limited menu in the Mountain Taproom from 2:00 to 10:00 p.m.  Free family-friendly nightly entertainment is also featured in the taproom.

Guided horseback rides depart daily from the Skyland stables.  Special events include monthly wine tastings, Shenandoah Mountain Guided Rock Climbing/Rappelling, and monthly Night Skies presentations May through September.

For more information, visit www.goshenandoah.com or call (877) 247-9261.

Skyline Caverns - US 340, 1 mi. S of Front Royal. Open all year.
Miniature train, gift shop with snacks, Enchanted Dragon Mirror
Maze, rock shop. Guided tour is impressive & educational. Unusual
Anthodite formations. www.skylinecaverns.com (800) 296-4545.