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Distance
469 mi
Estimated days
7
From
Waynesboro
To
Cherokee
Best rig class for this route
any
PickRV's route-aware filter pre-selects rigs that fit the Blue Ridge Parkway — Front to Back clearances, length restrictions, and altitude range.
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Georgia Live Oak Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
GA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Hawaii Erupting Volcano Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
HI · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
New York Pizza Slice Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
NY · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
South Dakota Buffalo Tee — Vintage Travel Art
SD · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Iowa Sweet Corn Tee — Vintage Travel Art
IA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Massachusetts Whale Tee — Vintage Travel Art
MA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Michigan Mitten Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
MI · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
New Mexico Hot Air Balloon Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
NM · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Ohio Rocket Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
OH · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Vermont Pancakes Tee — Vintage Travel Art
VT · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
FAQ
How long is Blue Ridge Parkway — Front to Back?
469 miles. PickRV recommends 7 days at a relaxed pace including rest stops + photography time.
Best rig class for Blue Ridge Parkway — Front to Back?
any. Reason: clearance, length restrictions on mountain passes, fuel economy on long stretches, and ease of camp setup at scenic overlooks.
When should I drive Blue Ridge Parkway — Front to Back?
Verify mountain pass + park-road open dates per state segment. PickRV's route planner overlays seasonal closures.
Can I pick up the rig in Waynesboro and drop in Cherokee?
Yes — PickRV supports one-way rentals between most major US cities. Drop-off fees vary by corridor — see /oneway/waynesboro/to/cherokee for live pricing.
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Virginia rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- Rental tax
- 7.00%
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — disclosure required
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-07:00
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