The Blue Ridge Parkway during the Great Depression to create job opportunities. Influential politician Robert Lee Dalton played a key role in bringing the parkway to North Carolina. The parkway was designed with simplicity in mind, focusing on natural elements. There are numerous recreational areas and overlooks along the parkway, including Cumberland Knob and Fox Hunters Paradise. The parkway is also known for its diverse flora and fauna, including dogwoods, rhododendrons, and wildlife such as deer and raccoons. The parkway features impressive rockwork and stonemasonry. Many families in Alleghany County have a personal connection to the parkway and its positive impact on the community during difficult times.
Highlights
- 💼 The Blue Ridge Parkway was built during the Great Depression to create jobs.
- 🗺️ Influential politician Robert Lee Dalton ensured the parkway was routed through North Carolina.
- 🌿 The parkway was designed with simplicity, focusing on natural elements.
- 🏞️ Recreational areas like Cumberland Knob and Fox Hunters Paradise offer scenic views and family-friendly activities.
- 🌸 The parkway is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including dogwoods, rhododendrons, and wildlife.
- 🧱 Impressive rockwork and stonemasonry are a prominent feature of the parkway.
- 💖 The parkway holds significant personal meaning for many families adjacent to the parkway through out North Carolina.
