Near Blue Ridge Music Center Loop
Trail marker.
Near Blue Ridge Music Center Loop
Entrance to the trail from State Road 612.

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Blue Ridge Music Center Loop

4.0 (2 Ratings)
This route is a moderately easy path leading to and from the Blue Ridge Music Center off of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
3.7
mi
Distance
574
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.68mi
Distance
574ft
Elevation Gain
574ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
2,889ft
High Point
2,594ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Park at the dirt lot off State Road 612. Begin your hike across the street, trail is well-marked.At the first split go either clockwise or counter-clockwise. Option to continue the 0.25 miles each way to get to the Blue Ridge Music Center. No views, but plenty of foliage. Trail is moderately easy, no big climbs.

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