Blue Ridge Parkway -- April 1, 2026: Important Messege posted by Blue Ridge Parkway on social media:
To keep Helene-related road repair projects on schedule for a late 2026 completion, on and after April 6, heavy construction equipment will be traveling on open sections of the Parkway between Asheville (U.S. 70 at milepost 382.5) and Mount Mitchell State Park (N.C. 128 at milepost 355.3) to access landslide repair locations.
Visitors should expect a high volume of dump truck traffic along this route.
All parkway users – motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians – are reminded to stay alert and exercise patience. Safety measures along this corridor include a reduced speed limit of 35 mph, increased law enforcement presence, and intermittent one lane traffic controls.
Delays should be expected when traveling to and from Asheville and Mount Mitchell State Park, including Craggy Gardens.
In addition to roadway precautions, the park asks visitors to respect ongoing closures. Changing conditions, along with a high volume of crews and heavy equipment, mean that multiple hazards exist in closed areas of the road. On open trails in this area, hikers should remain cautious, as hazards such as landslides, fallen trees, and washed-out sections or bridges may still be present.
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