Travel Advisory

Recovery Efforts

Communities in Western North Carolina, including ours, are recovering after the devastating floods and aftermath of Hurricane Helene. While our downtown, lodging, and much of our hospitality infrastructure fared well, most areas are still without power and water service, and early stages of recovery are ongoing in parts of our beloved community.

We’re seeing progress, slow as it may be. While travel may not be possible at the moment, please keep Asheville in your heart. When the time is right, we’ll be ready to welcome you back with open arms. Until then, thank you for your love and support as we rebuild.

Closures

Please check attraction and business websites and social media channels for the most up-to-date information.

• Blue Ridge Parkway: Closed. Specific information and updates on closed sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway is available here.
• Biltmore Estate: Temporarily closed until October 15. More info here.
• Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests have closed campgrounds, roads and recreation areas. More info here.
• Mount Mitchell State Park and Gorges State Park have been closed by the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. More info here.
• Grandfather Mountain: Temporarily closed. More info here.
• Click here for all North Carolina State Park closures.
• All City of Asheville city parks, community centers, and public facilities are closed.
• All Buncombe County parks are closed.