Parkers Gap

Total Miles
10.1

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

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Parkers Gap
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Trail Overview

Parkers Gap trail is a gravel forest service road, running from Cave Mountain Lake to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The surface is gravel and pot hole strewn. Cell service is spotty throughout the area. Numerous side trails lead to camping spots and hiking trailheads. The scenery is beautiful during the fall and winter throughout the trail. A hiking trail to Apple Orchard Falls is accessed at two points along the road, in addition to a few roadside waterfalls.

Photos of Parkers Gap

Parkers Gap
Parkers Gap

Difficulty

Generally smooth gravel.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

Jeremy W
Jan 03, 2025
2017 Chevrolet Express
Open
Snow/Ice
Trail open right to the end. Blue Ridge Parkway was closed, however. Keep an eye on the weather, as sudden snow flurries aren't uncommon this time of year.
Brad Barton
Oct 14, 2024
2022 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Dusty
Wojciech Borowiecki
Oct 13, 2024
2019 RAM 1500
Open
Normal
Jim Schaner
Oct 02, 2024
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
Very nice ride today, clear and a few other trucks.

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