On the Blue Ridge Parkway

Just arrived at the Lodge at Peaks of Otter....We walked in seriously driving rain, the half mile from our campground.  All for a special dinner of fried chicken; and maybe some apple pie.  What could be a better destination in inclement weather.  Plan to dry off a little before dinner; the rocker looks mighty comfy...just need a fire in the fireplace!

Had a great day here on the Blue Ridge.  Hiked down from Sharp Top Mountain.  Could have hiked up also, but climbing 2600 feet was more than we decided our bodies would take.  So up the shuttle to the top (almost), then hiked to the summit and then down to the base.  Great hike!

And to add to our outdoors activity; we next hiked to Johnson Farm; way up in the hills.  Another great walk!

We continue to head down the Blue Ridge tomorrow.  Fall color is just starting to pop. Next week looks like the peak.

PS  Hope the rain slows down before our walk back to BIW; in the dark.  FUN.