Friday April 7, 2023 Road video and map Today I left Roanoke with the plan being to drive the rest of the Blue Ridge Parkway, enjoy a couple of trails at the James River and visit Natural Bridge State Park a few miles west. Then, tomorrow, to drive Skyline Drive in Shenandoah NP to get … Continue reading When not to drive the Parkway
Thursday April 6, 2023 Road video and map Today was mainly a driving day but, when you’re driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, it is very enjoyable and stress free. I was reminded of this today when I was diverted due to a bridge replacement on the parkway. The diversion was clearly marked and was easy … Continue reading More Parkway Calm
Wednesday April 5, 2023 Road video and map The Blue Ridge Parkway has already featured prominently in two of my previous road trips, south to north on the original Perimeter trip and north to south on my Perimeter East trip but it is such a pleasant way of traveling through the Appalachian Mountains that I’m … Continue reading Blue Ridge Parkway – Again
Tuesday April 4, 2023 Road video and map Today had great scenery, nice weather and beer but was just OK. For some reason Pigeon Forge was packed last night – I saw several motels displaying “No Vacancy” signs which seemed strange for a non-holiday Monday but the crowds were apparent today as I drove east … Continue reading Scenery and Beer, but Missed Expectations
Monday April 3, 2023 Road video and map Today’s 120 mile (193 km) drive was about 98% on scenic byways through the foothills of the Appalachians but the bright, clear weather I was hoping for did not materialize. There was a steady rain all morning and cloudy drizzle later to obscure the beautiful views. The … Continue reading Great drive in disappointing weather
Sunday April 2, 2023 Road video and map Before describing my day I just wanted to say that my friends, Rita and Christian, finally made it home at about 1 AM this morning after their multi-modal journey from Atlanta. I only achieved three of my planned visits today for the weirdest of reasons. I use … Continue reading The Plan Failed but the Result was Good
Saturday April 1, 2023 Road video and map The five days in Atlanta have been problem free and we have enjoyed exploring the city, its restaurants, culture and music but, unfortunately, the end had to come and things definitely went awry today. Before I tell that story, however, I will mention what a great day … Continue reading Enjoyable stay in Atlanta has messy end