Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 115, Explore Park features hundreds of acres of rolling hills, pristine woodlands, hiking trails, river frontage, historical buildings and a visitor information center. Stay overnight in a primitive campsite, canvas tent or pod cabin. Stop inside our visitor center to browse our gift shop featuring artisan crafts and parkway memorabilia. Whether you’re looking to bike, hike, canoe, picnic, or learn more about all Roanoke County has to offer, Explore Park is where adventure begins!
Explore Park is also home to the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center where visitors will find information about the Parkway and the Roanoke Valley and enjoy the unique gift shop featuring gifts, artisan crafts, candies, and Parkway memorabilia. The Visitor Center is open seven days a week. The park is operated by Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism.
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- Wifi (free)
- Public Restrooms
- Vending
- Pet Rest Area
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Last Updated: 07/06/2018