An Appalachian Journey: Skyline Drive to the Great Smokies

Trace the 600-mile route from Shenandoah’s northern tip along Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway to Asheville, North Carolina. Naturalist Keith Tomlinson highlights sweeping vistas, steep summits, ancient geology, and historic sites shaped by Native peoples and early settlers. He explores the region’s diverse habitats, wildlife, and rich ecological history, along with hiking and lodging opportunities across secluded hollows and rugged Appalachian landscapes.