The Daily Photo

Double Rainbow at Chestoa View, Milepost 320.8

The name Chestoa is derived form the Cherokee word for rabbit. This overlook offers a scenic view of Table Rock. An easy 30-minute loop offers scenic views.

"Cascades at Linville Falls, Milepost 316.4" by Pamela S. Flowers

Cascades at Linnville Falls, Milepost 316.4

Linville Falls is a beautiful series of dramatic falls that drop to a deep gorge, accessed by a trail lined with rare virgin stands of pine and hemlock.

August Sunset at The Saddle Overlook, Milepost 168

A ridge connecting two high points on Rocky Knob Mountain, The Saddle is part of the Blue Ridge crest line and offers an extensive view of the Blue Ridge.

Deer at Doughton Park, Milepost 241.1

Doughton Park is an area of open meadows, ideal for viewing wildlife and visiting numerous historic locations. Visitors often see deer, foxes, and bobcats.

"Sunset at Cowee Mountains Overlook" by Griffey's Sunshine Photography

Sunset at Cowee Mountains Overlook, Milepost 430.7

Cowee Mountains Overlook is located on the southern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. It is one of over 200 overlooks along the famous road.

East Fork Overlook, Milepost 418.3

Shot handheld while traversing East Fork Overlook, just north of Graveyard Fields and Black Balsam off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina.

Clouds Rolling in at Rough Ridge

Rough Ridge is a short but strenuous hike that winds past three spectacular overlooks. It is most famous for its long-range views across the High Country.

Milky Way over Price Lake, Milepost 296.7

Price Lake is located in Julian Price Memorial Park, a 4,200-acre park along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Boone and Blowing Rock.

The Pond at Mabry Mill

Mabry Mill brings several hundred thousand visitors to the Parkway each year. Every Sunday afternoon in the summer, musicians and dancers gather here.

Looking Glass Rock Overlook, Milepost 417

Looking Glass Rock can be seen from Milepost 417 of the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville, NC. It is named for the shimmering effect of the wet surface.

Hikers at Crabtree Falls, Milepost 339.5

Taken on July 24, 2016 at Milepost 339.5 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville, NC. Crabtree Falls is a 70-foot waterfall on a 2.5-mile trail.

Turk’s Cap Lilies in Elk Pasture Gap, Milepost 404

Photo taken on July 20, 2016 in the Pisgah National Forest just south of Asheville, North Carolina on the southern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway.