Fancy Gap / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA Journey Blog
Spring camping at its best, in the Blue Ridge Mountains
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-77 Exit 8 go west approximately 100 yards (sign on left), turn left onto Pottery Drive. Go to the end of the road, turn left and go 0.9 mile, KOA will be on the right.
Coming from Blue Ridge Parkway, we are at Mile marker 199, follow our yellow signs.
TOP FIVE…PLUS ONE
THINGS TO DO WHILE STAYING AT
THE FANCY GAP KOA
~Mount Airy is also known as Mayberry (the hometown of Andy Griffith). While here, be sure to check out The Andy Griffith Museum, Wally’s Service Station, Old City Jail, and Floyds Barber Shop. Downtown has several shops to explore. When you get hungry be sure to hit up Barneys Café or Snappy’s for lunch.
~ There are several wineries to choose from in the direct area or if you feel like a drive some are a bit further. Stop by our campstore for a complete list.
~ There are several things to see along the Parkway that are all within a relatively short drive of our KOA. Two of top choices are Blue Ridge Music Center – MM 213 (be sure to ask about live music) and Mabry Mill – MM 176.2 (an old working grist mill and one of the most photographed buildings on the Parkway). Remember our KOA is at MM 199.
~ While we don’t have any trails on site, there are many places to hike near our campground. Please see the staff for some ideas of where to go.
~ There are several antique shops located just a few miles from our KOA. Be sure to include Fancy Gap Pottery in your places to go.
Have lunch at the Gap Deli!
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