Mount Mitchell Scenic Drive
Explore the Black Mountains and South Toe area on a route linking the Burnsville countryside with the Mount Mitchell region.
Mountains, North Carolina — Burnsville
Explore the Black Mountains and South Toe area on a route linking the Burnsville countryside with the Mount Mitchell region. Forest scenery and high-elevation views are the draw.
Before you go: Blue Ridge Parkway closures affect connections on this route. Check the National Park Service road-status list and Mount Mitchell State Park's current access instructions before leaving.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/mount-mitchell-scenic-drive/
Parkway road status: https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/roadclosures.htm
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.
Mountains, North Carolina — Burnsville
Explore the Black Mountains and South Toe area on a route linking the Burnsville countryside with the Mount Mitchell region. Forest scenery and high-elevation views are the draw.
Before you go: Blue Ridge Parkway closures affect connections on this route. Check the National Park Service road-status list and Mount Mitchell State Park's current access instructions before leaving.
Route map and visitor information: https://nsbfoundation.com/sb/mount-mitchell-scenic-drive/
Parkway road status: https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/roadclosures.htm
Current North Carolina road conditions: https://www.drivenc.gov/
Fall color planning: https://www.visitnc.com/fall-colors
Choose an open section using the linked route information. Allow extra time for stops and follow posted signs. On a motorcycle, watch for gravel and wet leaves and use designated pullouts.
Route information reviewed September 10, 2026. Conditions and attraction hours can change.