Does Skyline Drive connect to the Blue Ridge Parkway?

Skyline Drive is a scenic roadway that runs the length of Shenandoah National Park and connects with the northern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Is the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive the same road?

There is often confusion about the distinction between Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway, but the two are closely connected. As you enter Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive is the road that runs the 105 miles through the park. The Blue Ridge Parkway does not enter the national park.

Is Skyline Drive Better Than Blue Ridge Parkway?

The Blue Ridge Parkway does offer similar views, but includes those of North Carolina’s mountains – therefore, it’s a two-for-one deal that comes with a multi-day trip. There’s also more to do along the way of the Blue Ridge, whereas Skyline Drive offers solid views and great national park hiking access.

How long is the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive combined?

You can drive your own car the 740-mile length of the Skyline Drive-Blue Ridge Parkway-Great Smoky Mountains National Park route, or you can pick up a rental car at or near the airport or train station where you begin your journey.

Where does the Skyline Drive start and end?

Virginia’s Skyline Drive is a National Scenic Byway that runs 105 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains starting in the north of the Shenandoah Valley at Front Royal to Waynesboro, where it meets the Blue Ridge Parkway.

What is the most scenic part of Skyline Drive?

Top 5 Best Overlooks on the Skyline Drive

  • Range View Overlook. This overlook, at mile 17.1, offers a view down the length of the Blue Ridge to Stony Man Mountain.
  • Hogback Overlook. I like this overlook because it is the longest in the park.
  • Spitler Knoll Overlook.
  • Big Run Overlook.
  • Crimora Lake Overlook.

Is it worth driving all of Skyline Drive?

The northern part of the drive is very twisting, less so as you drive south. Critical to keep to the speed limit, even though it seems to be low. Spectacular scenery along the way!

Can you turn around on Skyline Drive?

Yes…it’s a long beautiful drive. So turn around and go back if ya miss an exit. It IS a two way drive.