Blue Ridge Parkway and US 21 North Carolina
We are planning on heading down the Blue Ridge Parkway from the Cumberland Knob recreation area in North Carolina to US Hwy 21 and then taking that south to Statesville, North Carolina. We prefer to s...
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We just drove that section of the route from Elkin, up the 21 to the BRP and up the BRP to the 77. I agree with staying off major highways, as the scenery up there is beautiful, however this route is very narrow and winding with very steep slopes. I've driven through the Canadian Rockies without incident, but I would think twice about taking your rig on this route. If you decide to make the run, take your time and be very alert to the twists and turns and oncoming traffic. Good Luck!!
