The Brinegar Cabin, craft demonstrations, and diverse hiking options make Doughton Park a must-experience destination along the Parkway. This area has one of the Parkway’s larger campgrounds, a popular picnic area and more than 30 miles of hiking trails that access forested slopes, streams and backcountry in Basin Cove.
Q. When was the Overlook at Doughton Park built?
Q. How big is Doughton Park in North Carolina?
This 7,000-acre park, the largest recreation area on the Blue Ridge Parkway, offers a campground, hiking trails, picnic areas. Appalachian history comes to life among the ridgetop meadows and steep mountainsides of Doughton Park. Hike some of the 30 miles of trails here or visit Brinegar Cabin, a well-preserved piece of early mountain life.
Q. Where do I go to camp in Doughton Park?
These sites must be booked in person at the campground kiosk. Primitive Backcountry Camping is available at Basin Cove. Obtain a free permit from the Doughton Park campground office (May-October) or the Bluffs District Office 828-348-3487.
Q. What to see at Doughton Park in Laurel Springs?
Went to Doughton Park for a day out viewing the Mountains and hiking. This is THE place to stop on the parkway for some outstanding views. Formerly known as the Bluffs it is centered around Bluff Mountain a “Bald” mountain right on the parkway around milepost 241.
Today’s diners can expect old favorites on the menu, including fried chicken, ham biscuits, and berry cobblers, along with exciing new recipes. Doughton Park Picnic Area: Enjoy your lunch outside at the 56-site picnic area. Open seasonally; check the opening schedule for specific dates.
Q. What to do in Doughton Park Blue Ridge Parkway?
The entry road, overlook, and parking lot were built in the late 1930s, and the lodge was added ten years later. The overlook and lodge both exemplify the Rustic style. The lodge itself, however, also incorporates materials used after WWII and later trends in park development.
Q. Where is Wildcat Rocks overlook in Doughton Park?
There is also an information center and picnic area at Doughton Park. For information call (336) 372-8568. Also to the east is Wildcat Rocks Overlook. It, like the lodge, is on the left fork of the road. A short trail leads up to the overlook where a sign describes the homestead of Martin Caudill, which can be seen in the valley below the overlook.
