Jumpinoff Rock

Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST)

Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 260.3



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OWNER: National Park Service

WEBSITE: http://npplan.com/parks-by-state/north-carolina-national-parks/blue-ridge-parkway-park-at-a-glance/blue-ridge-parkway-scenic-overlooks/blue-ridge-parkway-jumpinoff-rock-parking-area-mp-260-3/

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: National Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Jumpinoff rock is about a 30 minute hike. It is a nice trail with a beautiful overlook at the end of the trail There is also access to MST (white circle (marks) on trees )

GETTING THERE:

Parking

kParking Instructions: Parking is right off the Blue Ridge Parkway N (MP 260.3) on the right 

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Trails, Birdwatching


AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Picnic Tables

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Trash Cans: Yes


TRAILS:

Trail Description: Dirt/natural rock


Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Dog Walking, Birdwatching

Trail Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Layout: Linear

Trail Length: Over 10 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Natural rock, Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Panoramic Views


OTHER:

Staffing & Safety: Ranger Patrol

Open Space Activities: Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Smaller than a basketball court

Open Space Shade: Some


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Last Updated Oct 7, 2018