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Blue Ridge Parkway

Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway in Something Special

The Parkway is 469 miles of sweeping curves, long climbs, and overlooks that stop conversations. It is one of the best driving roads in America, and it deserves better than a rental-counter sedan.

The right car changes the drive

A Corvette convertible with the top down through Craggy Gardens. A Porsche 718 Boxster GTS carving the curves near Mount Pisgah. A Lotus Emira on the climb to Mount Mitchell. These are the drives people plan trips around.

Start from Asheville

Asheville sits right on the Parkway, making it the perfect basecamp. Pick up your car in town, and within minutes you are at milepost 382 with the whole road ahead of you.

Routes worth taking

Head north toward Craggy Gardens and Mount Mitchell for elevation and views, or south toward Mount Pisgah and Graveyard Fields for curves and waterfalls. Either direction rewards a car that likes corners.

Common questions

Which car is best for the Blue Ridge Parkway?

For an open-air experience, the Corvette convertibles or Porsche 718 Boxster GTS. For pure driving feel, the Lotus Emira. For groups or gear, our luxury and everyday SUVs handle the Parkway comfortably.

Are there mileage limits?

Mileage terms vary by vehicle and are shown clearly during online booking before you pay.

When is the best time to drive the Parkway?

October leaf season is legendary but busy. Late spring and early summer offer green mountains and lighter traffic. Winter sections of the Parkway sometimes close, so check conditions.

More questions? See all rental requirements and FAQs

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Browse the fleet, pick your dates, and book online in minutes. Questions? Call us. A real person in Asheville answers.