Drovers Road
Places to Visit

  • Asheville (NC)

    Asheville is the central city of western North Carolina where visitors will find many points of interest, as well as the Blue Ridge Parkway Headquarters.

    Directions: Northwest of the byway following U.S. 74A.

  • Biltmore Estate (NC)

    At its completion, Biltmore House was one of the most innovative and technologically advanced homes in the world.

    Directions: Near Asheville

  • Carl Sandburg Home National Historical Site (NC)

    The 22 room home of the poet and writer Carl Sandburg surrounded by mountainside woodland areas, ponds, and orchards.

    Directions: Southwest of the byway in Flat Rock.

  • Chimney Rock (NC)

    Enjoy nature and hiking in the area of the towering Chimney Rock.

    Location on Byway: At the end of the byway off Highway 74A near Bat Cave.

  • Lake Lure (NC)

    This beautiful man-made lake offers recreational opportunities for travelers.

    Directions: Off Highway 74A/64 just east of the byway.

  • Mount Mitchell State Park (NC)

    Amid the Blue Ridge Mountains, Mount Mitchell State Park offers hiking trails and natural splendor.

    Directions: North of the byway.