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Recreation and the Parkway
From the early 1900s to the present day, Craggy Gardens has remained one of the most popular hike and camping destinations in Asheville and the surrounding communities. From icy, foggy peaked afternoons to bright, blooming summer days, Craggy calls to us to drive the winding 25 miles up the Blue Ridge Parkway away from the bustling urban life below.