Thunder Hill Overlook - Scenic spot in Blowing Rock - , USA

This is such a beautiful overlook. I wouldn’t say it’s the best place to see a sunrise (why we originally went, we saw good sunrise reviews), but it’s still an amazing view. The kids loved it too. It’s a great overlook to stop by if you’re in the Blowing Rock area! You can also carefully cross the road (Blue Ridge Parkway) to get another view of the area. I included a picture of that so you can see the parking lot from that location. Gorgeous! :)

Beautiful place to take in the sunrise. Lots of people there on a Saturday morning though.

When people talk about excellent Blue Ridge Parkway views this is one of those places. You can see so incredibly far and get a wonderful idea of what the blue ridges are. It is a close drive from both Blowing Rock and Boone. There are better views but none so close to large towns in this area. If you want a hike as well look back at the fence line and you will see a break to the left. Hike up for about 15 minutes and you will find yourself in a gorgeous mountain side field. This area is close to the Mountain to Sea Trail so there are turnoffs that one could camp near fruit trees and bushes. Be aware you can find better views and less busy places than this overlook but it will take a hike or more time to drive on the parkway. Enjoy the view and relax with a fold out chair here across the road where it raises slightly.

A Beautiful spot for Sunrise that overlooks the mountains. I went in late October and it was 8 degrees windchill. dress accordingly.

We searched for this overlook at mile marker 290 and we were not disappointed! Best view of the trip!

Great spot for a sunrise...so I've been told. A little tricky to find from the main roads, but doable. Even with heavy fog, I still had a great experience. I spotted a really cool Falcon only an arms length from my face and had an incredible talk with God for a solid hour... these are wonderful memories

This was a wonderful overlook with an amazing view of the High Country. We decided to see the sunrise from here and it did not dissapoint. The overlook was easy to get into, was well marked, and parking was fine at 6AM. There was also wildlife in the area. Be prepared for a stunning stop over when you visit here.

Amazing views, decent parking. Great spot to catch a sunrise or those fall colors. If you walk along the road for 100 yards (to your left if looking at the view) there is a small path that leads to another good vantage.