Roanoke River Overlook Access
Roanoke River Overlook Access
Located at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Post 114. 9, this overlook provides shoreline access to the Roanoke River via a steep 0. 5-mile natural surface trail with steps from the parking area.
The site features parking, hiking trails, and scenic views of the river and historic Niagara Dam, with a minimum recommended streamflow of 150 cfs for paddling access. Fishing is permitted with a valid license, and the overlook is situated 0.
3 miles upstream from the Niagara Dam portage point on the Roanoke River Blueway.
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