From majestic peaks to rich, fertile valleys, the Mountains of North Carolina have drawn travelers since the beginning of time. History, heritage, culture, crafts, music and outdoor activities beckon to you at every bend in the road and you’ll find the road itself is worth the drive.
I-40 Travel Update
The Asheville area and the mountains of Western North Carolina remain accessible from the east, south and north after a rock slide along Interstate 40 at the North Carolina/Tennessee border. Access from the west is still available from any one of several scenic routes with minimal delays.
The rock slide occurred roughly 45 miles west of Asheville, which means there is no detour for travelers coming from the north, east, south and southwest.
If you are driving from Johnson City, Lynchburg, Richmond, Raleigh, Charlotte, Greenville, Charleston, Orlando or Atlanta, you can take the normal route. For those traveling from Birmingham, take 1-20 East to Atlanta, then I-85 North to I-26 West.
For information on current road conditions, visitors should check the North Carolina Department of Transportation Traveler Information Management System website at www.ncdot.gov/traffictravel/ or call 511, the state’s free travel information line. NCDOT information can also be followed on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ncdot.
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