Directions & Hours
Roan Mountain Day Use Area is only open seasonally from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. This parking area is closed during the winter. Hiking the Appalachian Trail to the Rhododendron Gardens and Roan High Bluff are open year-round to foot traffic.
Roan Mountain Day Use Area Parking Directions
Carver’s Gap parking is available year-round, but subject to availability. The lot fills up quickly during the busy season. Be sure to always follow all parking regulations to protect your own safety and the safety of all other visitors. Do not park in undesignated areas.
Carver’s Gap Parking Directions
Roan Mountain State Park is subject to seasonal hours as well. During the off-season, the park is open from 8:00 AM -4:00 PM daily. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the park is open from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM daily. Cabins and camping are available for overnight stays. For more information, click here.
Hampton Creek Cove State Natural Area is open to the public daily from sunrise to sunset. For more information, click here.
Additional Trailheads offer parking year-round at locations like Hughes Gap, Yellow Mountain Gap, and Highway 19E.
Emergency vehicles must have a clear path at all times. Ignoring signs and parking on both sides of the road creates traffic jams and safety hazards for all visitors. The road can be difficult or impossible to pass at certain points if cars are parked incorrectly. Refusing to follow signs and park correctly not only inconveniences all visitors by holding up traffic, but also endangers public safety. Please remember to only park in designated areas for the well-being of yourself and those around you.
The video above demonstrates the risks of ignoring signs and parking illegally at Carver’s Gap.
Video: Travis Bordley - SAHC