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Cumberland Knob Recreation Area
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Alleghany County North Carolina
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| Located near the Virginia state line,
Cumberland Knob was the site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway
was started in 1935 as a part of President Roosevelt's Civilian Conservation
Corps. It was therefore the first recreation area to be opened to the
public, and is still a favorite destination for both locals and visitors.
The mixture of lush woodlands and open fields, housing a variety of birds
and other wildlife, is ideal for leisurely walks or a more demanding hike to
nearby Gully Creek. |
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Directions:
Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 217.5.
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