High elevation forest with a hike up through a rhododendron forest leading to a grassy summit meadow.
Craggy Gardens / Craggy Flats
Blue Ridge Parkway
all the details
Meet at visitor center parking lot.
Special directions / Plan for arrival:
Asheville, Barnardsville, Black Mountain
Nearby towns:
April-September (Rhododendrons typically bloom late May-mid June)
Best times of year to book here:
Yes
Appropriate for guests:
Yes
Dogs allowed:
Yes, the visitor center has a bathroom
Restrooms / Place to change:
No
Travel Fee:
This takes you to the Craggy Visitor Center, where the trailhead for Craggy Gardens
GPS / Google map:
20 miles, about 45 minutes
Distance from Asheville:
Yes
Permit required:
250 feet
Elevation gain:
Easy to moderate, .3 mile
Difficulty / Distance:
Yes
Hike:
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