Blue Ridge Parkway Reopens in Virginia

Nearly 200 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia reopened after damage from Hurricane Helene.

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Affected stretch: Milepost 0-198.

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North Carolina remains closed.

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Visitor sites open: Humpback Rocks, James River, Peaks of Otter, Mabry Mill.

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Campgrounds: First-come, first-served until Monday.

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Lodge remained open: Peaks of Otter Lodge.

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Trail caution: Assessments ongoing.

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Long-term repairs: More work needed in North Carolina.

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