TY  - BOOK
AU  - United StatesNational Park Service
TI  - Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia and North Carolina (1949)
AV  - F206 
PY  - 2019///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Blue Ridge Parkway (N.C. and Va.)
KW  - Blue Ridge Parkway (N.C. and Va.) -- Maps
N1  - Release date is 2019-06-26; Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia and North Carolina (1949)" is a guidebook produced by the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service, representing the early to mid-20th century. This publication serves as an informative travelogue, highlighting the scenic beauty and recreational opportunities of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which connects Shenandoah National Park and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park through Virginia and North Carolina. The book encapsulates the experiences available to visitors along this unique parkway, emphasizing leisurely travel and exploration.  The content of the book provides a detailed layout of the Blue Ridge Parkway, discussing its natural landscapes, flora, and seasonal attractions. It offers practical advice for visitors, detailing activities such as picnicking, hiking, camping, and enjoying the breathtaking views offered along various mileposts. The book describes different sections of the parkway, characterizing the scenery from rolling hills to rugged mountains, and highlights recreational areas including picnic grounds, camping sites, and trails. With vivid descriptions of seasonal changes, the guide invites readers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the Southern Highlands, encouraging exploration and appreciation of this national treasure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59817
ER  -