Exploring the Serenity of Moses H. Cone Memorial Park

Getting There

• Walking

  Start at the center of Boone, specifically at the Boone Town Hall located at 567 W King St, Boone, NC 28607. From Town Hall, head west on W King St towards the intersection with US-321. Turn left onto US-321 South. Walk for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with NC-105 South. Carefully cross the road and head onto NC-105 South. Continue walking for approximately 1.5 miles. You will reach the entrance of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Follow the signs to the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, which is about a mile up the Parkway. The park is located at Milepost 294, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. Look for signs indicating the entrance to the park.

• Bicycle

  Begin at the Boone Town Hall located at 567 W King St, Boone, NC 28607. Head west on W King St and take a left onto US-321 South. Use bike lanes where available. After about 0.5 miles, take a right onto NC-105 South. Continue on NC-105 South for about 1.5 miles. Be cautious as this road can be busy. When you reach the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway, turn left onto the Parkway. Ride along the Parkway for about 1 mile until you see signs for Moses H. Cone Memorial Park at Milepost 294. The park entrance will be clearly marked.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, start at the Boone Town Hall at 567 W King St, Boone, NC 28607. Check the local bus schedule for the AppalCart service. Take the route towards Blowing Rock and get off at the nearest stop to the Blue Ridge Parkway, which should be near NC-105 South. From there, you will need to walk approximately 1 mile up the Parkway to reach Moses H. Cone Memorial Park, located at Milepost 294. Please confirm the bus schedule as it may vary, and plan your trip accordingly to ensure timely arrival.