Here we are starting trip eight of twelve. This summer is on fast forward. The schedule of out one week then home the next is keeping us busy. After a week at home, we are always ready to hit the road. This schedule has been good for the garden and keeping the yard mowed.
For trip eight we head to North Carolina, again staying in a campground along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The campground is Julian Price Memorial Park near Boone and Blowing Rock North Carolina. This will be a first time visit to this area.
Splendid scenery from the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina.
The Julian Price Memorial Park has a lot going for it. Nice access to trails, fun lake, and a comfortable campground. Once we get set up the RV routine falls into place. Again, we brought the kayaks, but they never got off the truck.
Julian Price Memorial Park has lots of recreational offerings. Great campground too!
Calm and peaceful morning along the lakeside trail…
The best part of this trip, Mark and Kevin joining us from the Hudson Valley in New York. After the two years of Covid it was great to catch up with family again. Lots of road time for them. Our time together was rewarding hiking, sharing good food, and just catching up.
Fun side of RVing…cooking outdoors.
Mark and Kevin join us for a plant-based lunch. Yes, they are still smiling.
The Park has a nice hiking trail around the lake. A good time was had by all…
Mark and Kevin joined us for a North Carolina mountain hike.
On the trail…
Sun shining through the trees added highlights to this river crossing photo.
Tree roots added interest to hiking this trail around the lake.
Another face along the trail, can you see it? I think my imagination may be working overtime.
The Moses Cone Estate was an unexpected find. This is an early 20th century estate. This was the summer home for Moses and Bertha Cone and is now part Historic Park Service. The estate has miles of carriage trails for hiking, running, or just enjoying the long-range mountain views. When we were there the main house was undergoing major repairs. Our trail of choice was to the top of the mountain where there is a tower to climb to get a 360 view.
Tunnel under the Blue Ridge Pwky on a Moses Cone Estate trail.
Had to stop to take in this view along the trail.
Carriage trail inclines are comfortable. The old fences along the trail are fun!
As we reached the top the question becomes, where is the rain gear.
Took a quick side trip to check out the original Mast General Store. The Mast stores are found in Georgia, North and South Carolina.
Mast General Store a southern shopping tradition. It all started here in Sugar Grove, North Carolina.
Mast General Store…
An old Ferguson tractor brings back memories from farm days. Mast displays take you back in time.
Blowing Rock has a vibrant downtown. We found that it is a great destination with plans to return. Good shopping, good food and plenty of places of interest. Found an enjoyable micro-brewery to end our time here.
Blowing Rock North Carolina is a popular tourist stop.
Downtown has a lot going for it…
Walk along Main Street with a stop at the library.
Group Hug!
This trip is coming to an end. One last photo to remember our time spent here!
Looking forward to coming back. There is still a lot to do plus it is just beautiful country.
God Bless,
Larry and Jan