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Today, Nov. 1, the Parkway has opened an additional 17 miles in Virginia and six in North Carolina! VA: MP 201 to MP 217.3 - near Fancy Gap to NC Route 18. NC: MP 405.5 to MP 411.8 - from NC Route 151 to NC Route 276. Read both news releases below⬇️ nps.gov/blri/learn/new…

Our Southwest Virginia communities need your support to rebuild. Experience the fall beauty of the Virginia Creeper Trail on foot or by bike from Abingdon to the heart of Damascus. Your adventure makes a difference!

One of our favorite trail towns, @DamascusVirginia, is open and ready for business! Come support local shops, restaurants, and lodging while enjoying the 17 miles of open VA Creeper Trail from Abingdon to Damascus. For the latest trail updates, visit visitdamascus.org.

The reopening of the Blue Ridge Parkway is fantastic news for the small businesses that rely on parkway travelers for their livelihoods. I encourage all visitors to support our local businesses while celebrating Virginia’s beauty. governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-…

The @blueridgenps (from milepost 0-198 in VA) will reopen at 8am, 10/11. Hikers are advised to use caution—storms may have left downed trees, loose rocks, and blocked trails. NPS hopes to reopen the remainder of the parkway in Virginia within the next two weeks.

@Boats1331 If you already have the 'America the Beautiful' pass designated for military and veterans that is all you need to enter. Hope you have a great visit!

Planning to visit Shenandoah National Park this fall? 🍂🍁 Here's a few quick tips to help make the most of your foliage-filled adventure: 1. Skip the lines by purchasing your entrance pass ahead of time online. It's like a Quick Queue pass for nature!

Get your pass now: recreation.gov/sitepass/74293 The most up-to-date information about park closures and weather conditions can always be found by visiting the alerts and conditions page on the SNP website. nps.gov/shen/planyourv…

4. Exercise caution on trails, as they may be muddy and slippery near streams and waterfalls due to recent rainfall. 5. From 3/1 to 11/30, visitors to Old Rag Mountain, including hikers on the Saddle, Ridge, and Ridge Access trails, will need to obtain an Old Rag day-use ticket

Our hearts continue to be with those affected in the wake of Helene. Please consider donating to the United Way of Southwest Virginia - Disaster Relief Fund. virginiaisforlovers.co/3YacOs3? For traveler assistance: virginiaisforlovers.co/4gOZwsc For recovery info: virginiaisforlovers.co/3BsTKMG

Due to Helene damage and cleanup, many secondary roads remain closed across parts of Virginia. For your safety, do not move or go around barrels, barricades, or "Road Closed" signs. Before you travel: ➡️ Check 511Virginia.org➡️ View closed roads: bit.ly/33LgNBC

Please continue to check for updates prior to traveling to these areas: dcr.virginia.gov/closures fs.usda.gov/detail/gwj/new…

⛔ More Virginia Park Closures: Powhatan, James River, Clinch River: Partial closures The USDA Forest Service George Washington and Jefferson National Forests has closed the Clinch Ranger District and the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area in response to Hurricane Helene

⛔ Virginia Park Closures due to Hurricane Helene: Grayson Highlands, Hungry Mother: Closed through Oct. 14 New River Trail: Closed until further notice Seven Bends: Closed due to river levels Claytor Lake: Launch areas closed due to debris

Looking for ways to support communities in Southwest Virginia? Consider donating to the United Way Disaster Relief Fund. unitedwayswva.charityproud.org/Donate/MiniCam…?

We're here to help ensure safe travel through VA. If you plan to visit or travel through SWVA in the coming weeks, confirm your plans and check 511 Virginia for road closure updates: virginia.org/home/emergency….

Residents of Giles, Grayson, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, and Wythe counties and of the city of Galax affected by #Helene: #FEMA assistance is now available! Apply by visiting disasterassistance.gov, on the FEMA app, or calling 1-800-621-3361. Learn more: fema.gov/press-release/…

Motorists in Virginia may see an increase in traffic on I-81 and I-77 due to North Carolina & Tennessee detours. Be patient & allow extra time to reach your destination. Visit 511Virginia.org for traffic & road updates

If you would like to help support the affected areas through donations or organized volunteer efforts, please visit virginiavoad.org. We will share updated travel information on our social media accounts as we receive it. Stay safe!

For road closures and current traffic conditions, please visit 511 Virginia or download the Virginia 511 mobile app. For Virginia emergency response information, visit vaemergency.gov.

Our hearts go out to all of the communities in SWVA and beyond that have been impacted by the devastating effects of Helene. For visitors planning travel to or through SWVA in the coming days, please be aware that many areas are still without power or phone service,