News From The Blue Ridge Traveler

Viewing posts from April, 2020

McDowell County Lifts Lodging Restrictions

posted 5 months ago

As of 5:00 pm on Monday, April 27th, McDowell County Commissioners amended their State of Emergency order allowing all McDowell County lodging properties, including those in Marion, Old Fort, Nebo, and our Blue Ridge Parkway communities, to re-open. Of course, Governor Cooper's executive orders remain in effect ...

COVID-19 Closures and Updates

posted 5 months, 2 weeks ago

We continue to operate under state and county restrictions as they relate to the COVID-19 pandemic. County orders include the following; "Further, I hereby direct that rentals of all lodging facilities, including Airbnb rentals, bed and breakfasts rentals, VRBO vacation rentals by owners, campgrounds, timeshare units, condos, and other rental ...

COVID-19 and Trails - Updates

posted 6 months ago

In addition to the closures listed below, this week the U.S. Forest Service issued closure orders for trails located in the Grandfather Ranger District. Trail closures include Curtis Creek Road, the camping area and all roadside camping is prohibited. A complete list of trails, roads, and other federal ...