Rough Ridge offers a hike that’s as varied as it is stunning. Ranging from 1.5 to 8 miles, the trail takes you through a mix of moderate to strenuous terrain, but the reward is worth every step. Expect breathtaking views, rock outcrops, and a wooden boardwalk that gently guides you over fragile vegetation. The Tanawha Trail winds through some of the best panoramas in the Blue Ridge, and you can turn back whenever you’re ready or keep going all the way to Beacon Heights (4 miles). Located at Milepost 302.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, it’s a perfect spot to lose yourself in nature’s beauty.