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Nelson Scenic Loop

50-mile Nelson Scenic Loop combining Route 151, Route 664, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Route 56 for mountain vistas, orchards, and craft beverages. The Nelson Scenic Loop strings together Routes 151, 664, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and 56 into a 50-mile auto or bike tour showcasing orchards, craft beverage stops, waterfalls, and mountaintop vistas from Piedmont foothills to ridge-top summits.

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The Nelson Scenic Loop is a self-guided driving route that showcases the landscapes, rural communities, and mountain views of Nelson County.

The loop is designed for leisurely exploration rather than point-to-point travel.

Overview

The Nelson Scenic Loop is a self-guided driving route that showcases the landscapes, rural communities, and mountain views of Nelson County.

The loop is designed for leisurely exploration rather than point-to-point travel.

Driving Experience

The full route spans several dozen miles and travels through valleys, along ridgelines, and near rivers.

Road conditions range from gentle rural roads to winding mountain sections.

Planning Your Drive

The scenic loop can be driven in sections or completed in one outing. Drivers should allow time for pull-offs, stops, and nearby points of interest.

Caution is advised on narrow or curving roads.

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