Originally Posted by
dedwards0323
It is really a nice drive along the BRP, especially between Roanoke & Fontana. But realize the speed limit is only 45 MPH in most stretches; some are 35 MPH. Didn't know whether you had driven it before. It is definitely a scenic route.
Enjoy!
we checked out the time this route would take using Google maps and estimated time is about 5 1/2 hour drive from Roanoke to the lodge so as long as its a nice day... We just are tired of doing hwy 81 all the way. So we will do both max speed on the highway and nice and steady on the Parkway hoping to enjoy what so many including yourself as being a scenic route.