Forest Heritage National Scenic Byway
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Accessibility * Visitors centers and restrooms along the byway are universally accessible. * Accessible campsites are available at the Davidson River campground. * The overlook of Looking Glass Falls is...		Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Bicyclists and joggers share the byway with motor vehicles. US 276 from the US 64 intersection to the Blue Ridge Parkway intersection is designated as a state bike route.
	Camping There are a few places to camp along the byway.		Food There is food available at the Cradle of Forestry and there are many picnic spots along the byway.
	Gasoline Gasoline is available at one of the nearby towns including Brevard, Rosman, or Cruso.		Information Travelers can find information at the following public visitor or welcome centers on the byway: * The Pisgah Ranger District Visitor Center, located on US 276 near Brevard, has a staffed info...
	Restrooms There are restrooms at the Cradle of Forestry.		Retail There is a gift shop at the Cradle of Forestry, Pisgah Ranger District and visitors can buy maps and basic supplies at the Pisgah Visitors Center.

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Special Considerations

Dense fog occurs in spring and fall and may slow down or interrupt byway traffic. Winter ice and snow may cause unexpected closures. Check local weather before driving the byway.

Drivers who are not used to mountain driving may cause slowdowns. The road climbs from about 2,150 feet at the entrance to about 4,465 feet at the intersection with the Blue Ridge Parkway.

The entire length of the byway accommodates two-wheel passenger vehicles. The route is a two-lane paved road with several paved and gravel pull-offs for public use, and is comprised entirely of existing highways maintained to federal or state standards.

Restrictions

There is a mix of traffic along the byway including passenger cars, tourist buses and vans, commercial vehicles, heavy logging trucks, large construction or logging equipment. Use caution.

The byway is not usually closed for seasonal travel.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

The historical significance of the byway can be appreciated at any time, and the full color splendor of the road changes with the seasons.

High Season

Byway travel peaks in the summer, meaning additional traffic. There is also high visitation during the fall foliage season and on holiday weekends. Use caution as this means occasional congestion at the byway entrance.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Forest Heritage National Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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