Big Ridge Overlook, Candler: Photos, Reviews & Location

At a glance

#2 of 6 Tourist attractions in Candler #2 of 3 Scenic spots in Candler

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.90

0.8 km from the center of Candler

Rating breakdown

5 ★87%
4 ★11%
3 ★2%
2 ★0%
1 ★0%

Blue Rdg Pkwy, Candler, NC 28715, United States

virtualblueridge.com

Photos of Big Ridge Overlook (53)

View all

Quick facts

What is the rating of Big Ridge Overlook?: Big Ridge Overlook is rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 140 reviews.
How does Big Ridge Overlook rank in Candler?: Big Ridge Overlook is #2 of 6 Tourist attractions in Candler by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Big Ridge Overlook located?: Blue Rdg Pkwy, Candler, NC 28715, United States — 0.8 km from the center of Candler.
How can I contact Big Ridge Overlook?: Website: virtualblueridge.com

Reviews (8)

Brad Tanner 2023 Oct 26

Closer to the top of this local mountain. Much more windy.

Caleb Huger 2023 Oct 21

A great scenic view with a trailhead. An awesome place to see the fall colors on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

everett wells 2023 Mar 14

Great hike. Coming back in spring.

David Lobree 2022 Sep 29

While on a road trip from Fort Collins Colorado to Key West & back in March 2022 we drove the section of the Blue Ridge Parkway from Asheville to Cherokee NC and stopped here to take in the view. It was not crowded this time of year and was a very enjoyable drive on a beautiful spring day.

Francisco Jaramillo 2022 Sep 12

beautiful a great experience to know this spectacular place

ira ann russianoff 2020 Sep 15

We hike the Mountain to Sea trails from the overlook. CMC has improved the trail. Love it. Get out of your car and hike 🚶‍♀️ 🙂

Martha Coyne 2020 Mar 17

Lived up to the name Smoky as was some overcast. Still in wintertime can really see more than when trees in full leaf. Never realized before how much there is deciduous. Rhododendrons will be glorious in a few weeks.

Brian Saravia 2019 Dec 27

Beautiful location to catch the sunset or sunrise. Specially on this time of the year. The lighting is so delicate as the sun goes down it eve turns it into the perfect environment to have a romantic time with your loved one. We recommend to bring some snacks to enjoy the view but be responsible and take your own trash after spending your time at this gorgeous location. This pictures where taken on a sunny fall day towards the end of December and eventhough you can see what I'm talking about is not even close to be there. The sky shades are breathtaking from this point in the blue ridge parkway. Come and see it for your self.