The Blue Ridge Parkway + Skyline Drive: A Four Day Solo Motorcycle Camping Trip

[@MattLaidlaw]

Easily, one of the most underrated moto-KZbinrs out there. Your videos are great.

[@ridetofood]

Thanks Matt!!! Appreciate you!

[@James-Eddie-Insley]

We agree, not only does she shows you the tour but also explains her favorite stops and sites to see.

[@the-jp3hd]

Most people chase stuff … i.e. possessions … you chase the experiences… YOU ARE WINNING!

[@ridetofood]

L I V I N 🤘

[@mchunley]

Totally agree. Work for adventure….

[@lostatlastadv]

Without a doubt some of the best travel filmmaking on KZbin. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@ridetofood]

aw thank you so much! this one took me a few weeks to edit so I appreciate this comment a lot haha!

[@krob-sn7ek]

@@ridetofood You are so good !! Safe travels, I can't wait to see more!!

[@glennpham2763]

The BRPW is like heaven.

[@AstheMagpieFlies]

Love love love love

[@ridetofood]

🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@mchunley]

Hey there, I just came across your channel today. I long time backpacker, motorcyclist, outdoor whatever lol. Love your channel. I have done this several times. I moved to NY for about 13 years and just moved back to East TN and retired. Your videos are making me wanting to get out there more and more. Thanks for sharing.

[@ridetofood]

Love it! Get lost, go ride!! Or hike or whatever! Lol

[@jmb8155]

Wow Staci, you do an incredible job. Great narrating, showing and informing your viewer. Such a joy to watch and get value and information along with the views.

[@ridetofood]

thank you!

[@rebelsroguesco]

So wild watching this. I did this exact same trip (from north to south) two years ago. It was the first long distance trip I did on my Low Rider ST. This was one of the best trips I've ever done and this video made me feel like I got to relive it, seeing all the same spots that my group went to. Glad you're having a great time!

[@ridetofood]

rad!!! glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@Frontpagefab]

My wife and I did this trip North to south. Front Royal to Cherokee. I'd really love to do a South to north trip. We chose to stay at all local hotels or airbnb's along the way. Best vacation ever. Even met a fellow car enthusiast at a small diner one morning over breakfast.

[@adammorgan7874]

I absolutely love your videos. The historical info, riding and talking are the perfect mix. I can’t wait to visit there some day. You be safe out there! 🤘🏻

[@ridetofood]

Thank you for the kind words! 🤘

[@Tumble96]

You just made me home sick for the first time in over twenty years. Really enjoyed your video. Thank you and keep two wheels up

[@MrTraewilliams]

The best thing you can say about Ms.Staci videos are they make you want to travel. This was one of your best 💯✌🤟🤘

[@ridetofood]

Thank you Trae!! This one took a couple weeks to edit so I appreciate that you enjoyed it so much!

[@toddbajar5361]

It's been a few years since a moto camping trip but after watching this video I'm sold. I'm going to start mapping this one out for a spring trip in 2025.

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!!

[@yankeeryder7430]

Simply AMAZING.... what else can be said that hasnt already been said. That area is amazing and every rider should try to experience the BRP and or Skyline Drive. Your work just keeps getting better and better. Your attention to detail is second to none.... 👍😎👍😎

[@ridetofood]

Thank you 😊

[@tonygantt4830]

Fantastic video! I've done that trip in and on several different types of vehicles. It never fails to ground me and bring me peace and humility. It's a feeling that stays with you after the trip for a very long time. I absolutely without question recommend this trip if you need to destress and get away from the rat race for a while. Speaking of... I'll be doing it again myself soon! Thank you for this great video!

[@ridetofood]

Awesome! Enjoy!!!

[@tims6104]

Been about 20 years since i rode it need to do again before i can't

[@timjohnson5163]

Love, love this. This area of America is definitely magical, especially in the Fall. Thank you for this amazing drop...loved it!!

[@ridetofood]

SO magical!! Stoked you enjoyed it!

[@mchunley]

I loved the little Switzerland area. I now need to make that a place to visit and stay at. Thanks.

[@DebtheReb1369]

Beautiful scenery to ride. Thanks for taking us along your journey. through the Blue Ridge Parkway. That food looked delicious that you cooked. 😊

[@gustavojimenezjimenez3685]

Wow, I love your videos and trips, how lucky I am to be able to visit such beautiful places, and even more beautiful with you there🥰, greetings from Costa Rica.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@DeBa1226]

This was thee best content and narration of the ride, I’ve ever seen. Outstanding, took a lot of notes! 😂 Love when you actually get out and over the miles, tell of the stops you made, where to stop, the gear you’re using. Great resource for our travels, and man really appreciate you and this epic content. Love to learn more about the “Bear cabinet” or whatever you called it!

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it!! 😊 The bear box!! Or bear locker. You can google it as there’s lots of good info out there on them that would take me eons to type out lol! They’re very common in established campgrounds where bears are active 🐻

[@DeBa1226]

Got it! Thank you! Keep putting the big ride, lodging/camping content out. Gives our community such a great resource for the upcoming season.@@ridetofood

[@Viewson2s]

I’m loving this channel

[@aquahombre]

Rode the Blue Ridge Parkway in Sept 2020. I started in Virginia, what a blast, cannot wait to go back. Great video Thanks

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!

[@soujrnr]

Loved your video! My wife and I live not too far north of Cherokee and we ride a Gold Wing. We hope to ride the entire BRP before the year is over, but we'll see. There are no lack of fantastic roads around here, so if it's not the BRP, it'll be another fantastic ride elsewhere! In fact, we did a nice five hour leisurely ride today up into Virginia. Lots of great twisties and fantastic views along the way! I look forward to watching more of your adventures, and thanks for sharing your rides!! Ride safe, ride well, and ride often!

[@ridetofood]

Awesome! And, thank you!

[@roberteads9995]

May be the most useful information packaged in motorcycle/camping video ever. Saved,downloaded, and subscribed.

[@ridetofood]

glad it was helpful! :)

[@roberteads9995]

@@ridetofood Were you in Steelville, Mo in mid October at a gas station on a custom 3 wheeler HD?? If not, it was your sister.

[@advmike]

Fantastic ride and documentary. Thanks for sharing. Me and the boys got to ride our bikes the first 70 miles up the Southern Terminus last fall. I've been itching to go back and ride the whole thing. One day...

[@ridetofood]

Thank you! Y'all definitely did the "best" part of the ride, but it's worth it to do the entire thing once! :)

[@carltonbirds]

Very lovely, I really enjoyed that 👍⛺️

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@patriotone755]

Well done! Motor On!

[@vincentkicas9880]

I do this same trip every year on my bike. It's a wonderful trip

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!

[@scottsigler5486]

You go girl!

[@pjones7012]

Enjoyed your trip. Thank you for sharing.

[@ridetofood]

Thank YOU for watching! 😊

[@brucegerken1063]

Great video thank you very well done. Two weeks at a time for the last 22 years to see it all thanks again cheers to ya.

[@ridetofood]

Thank ya!

[@Jim_Berry]

Love your videos Staci. I rode the entire length of the Blue Ridge Parkway a few years ago and absolutely loved it. Really enjoyed it again with you.

[@billreynolds2221]

I really appreciate this early Christmas present. I feel a little guilty because I didn't get you anything. I can offer a simple prayer for your health, happiness, and safety. You're the best. Looking forward to whatever you do next. Happy holiday. Bill

[@ridetofood]

If you give this video a thumbs up and perhaps a share on facebook (if you use facebook) that would be wonderful. Thank you!!! :)

[@snarkus]

I've done this ride twice, from NJ to Tennessee. The first time with some friends, the second with my wife, who had learned to ride by then. Lovely ride.

[@JazzLowrider]

Amazing dedication to the outdoors adventure, the motorcycle makes it more fun but also more tough, good for you you're an inspiration.

[@ridetofood]

Thanks 🤘

[@rashedagoins4810]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, I felt like I was on this trip with you!! Your truly a Blessing !!❤

[@jamesduckworth3736]

Thanks for taking us so long. I’ve been on the southern part of the Blue Ridge Parkway, but have the whole thing on my bucket list to do.

[@dabody57ify]

Yes I was with you the whole time loved it. I have to handed it to you you young lady are incredible. facing those cold temperatures like you do. and let's not forget brave camping like you do. I'm a man and I'm not sure that I would be able to camp. Like you do love falling you go long horns.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video 🤘

[@Trickyslicky]

Staci, You never cease to amaze me with your videos! Awesome work as always! The smokies an all of the parkways an back roads offer so much for adventurous site seeing for sure. Thanks for doing what u do, keep on keeping on 🤙🏼✌🏼

[@dynabungie]

I definitely recommend the museum of the Cherokee and also from spring until fall, unto these hills play they do at night in the amplithesther, it gives a good history of the Cherokee people

[@freddievannoy220]

Always look forward to seeing your videos, Staci. You never disappoint. This is one of your best along with the previous Smoky Mountain video. I can’t wait to see where you go in 2024. You’re amazing!!!!

[@ridetofood]

Thanks Freddie!!!

[@brianvititoe8721]

Love this content from start to finish. So helpful and inspiring! I have been following you for a couple years now, and I am thankful to have found you on here!❤ Happy New Year. Let your light shine bright!🎉2024🎉

[@ridetofood]

Thanks so much Brian!!! Happy New Year to you as well! 🎉

[@tylerdunn6578]

You’ve completely did my bucket list already.

[@ridetofood]

I’m just focused on mine and helping others plan theirs 🤘

[@joereinhorn4910]

Well done, it's a true testament to beautiful videos. When I watch them and I don't ride anymore

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@tobedetermined4180]

Definitely the most underrated moto adventure channel , love to watch every single time. Thank you

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!! If you ever feel like sharing a video on Facebook or another social platform, I’d appreciate ya! 😊🤘

[@charlieclement4685]

I used to live a couple hours from where you did this in Virginia. Skyline was my favorite day trip destination. I miss it so much. Thank you for putting this on here.

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@jimeckenrode1271]

We rode the parkway in the rain for 5 days and it was still a wonderful experience that I would do again without the rain, We stayed two nights at the same motel. The food was wonderful also.

[@1905flyer3]

A perfectly timed and executed video! I’m currently planning this exact trip north for this spring with a return down the Outer Banks. Thank you Staci!

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@Mike-zn3gd]

Great editing and the shots are amazing. Your videos are full of usefull information and are great for the rest of us to use for route planning. Love your website as well. 😎👍

[@ridetofood]

Yay! So glad you use my travel blogs too! 😊 thank you!

[@kevincrile9056]

Awesome video of the BRP! You captured the calm of that ride I love! Peaks of otter camping and restaurant are really nice and big meadows blackberry ice cream pie, dam… I think I’m going to plan an October trip now that I’m seen this, thanks for that.

[@ridetofood]

awesome!! the fall colors definitely will give it a whole new "look" if you haven't seen that area in the Fall

[@rodswan3748]

Absolutely best motorcycle travel content ever, true biker living the lifestyle..thank you for taking us along 👍

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!!!

[@waynesiminski8268]

Another great piece of work Staci and a perfect compliment to the last video. You’ll never run out of things to do and see no matter how many times you go there. I only had one time when it wasn’t awesome cause we rode in mile after mile of fog on the BRP. Once again , thanks for excellent entertainment and stay safe.

[@ridetofood]

Thanks Wayne!

[@Scotty_life]

Another Great video! I've done the parkway the whole way 3 times now. Along with sections of it. Like you mentioned, there's always something new to see & do. One of my favorite roads to ride. Hoping to take the adventure bike down sometime & ride some of the side roads.

[@ridetofood]

Awesome! Yeah, I’m also very curious about the side roads lol!

[@michaelwhite5834]

This is such a lovely, beautifully made film to watch. I live in NC and know all these places and can't wait to go again.

[@lukefish7562]

Nice job! I feel blessed to live outside Asheville and have considered my areas part of The Blue Ridge Parkway my second home. I grew up camping with my dad and brother and now I ride my motorcycle all over it. Haven’t ridden all the way up to VA yet but you’ve made me want to hurry it up. Thanks for the inspiration. Be safe. 🏍️💨

[@RaptorPackAdventures]

You definitely hit it out of the park on this video. This route is on our bucket list to see with our son Bubba J. While it probably won’t be on our bike, we’ll see it from our RV. Out of all the motocamping creators we watch, you definitely camp the most. A lot of riders would have wimped out when they knew rain was coming and stay at a hotel but not you. Good job

[@CorgiDaddy]

Living in Scottsdale and originally from the midwest, there is a lot that I miss about the change of season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!

[@ejdtm]

I’ve been on the Blue Ridge a bunch of times but never stopped and stayed in little Switzerland so I’ll be looking forward to your next video for sure.

[@mikedawkins6510]

You are so adorable. Love your excursions, descriptive commentary and video skills. Thanks , much for all you do.

[@ridetofood]

Thanks!

[@douglasmaier3066]

Great video Staci! Thanks for getting it out in enough time I could watch it in comfort at home with snacks lol

[@ridetofood]

Haha awesome. Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@tjatkinson88]

Its been 10 years or so since I've done the parkway and part of skyline, I need to put that on my list for next year. Broke my ankle and immobile for now. We stayed at Peaks of the Otter. By the time we got there in the rain we were freezing and a herd of deer decided to block the road. Love your channel and enjoy your videos.

[@ridetofood]

Definitely time to plan the next one! Hope it’s a blast! 😊🤘

[@Hogdriver88]

‘Is that a bear’ LOL…. I also camped at Big Meadow this year and ate dinner at the lodge - it was great. But I need to go back to try that pie!

[@TheBikeguy72]

Hey 215 out of Canton near Waynesville is unreal. ESPECIALLY in the fall. Great video!

[@gsabella4]

My folks have a house in Front Royal, near the start of Skyline drive - when I lived close I would try to ride up there as much as possible. Beautiful scenery a fun twisty roads. I'm in Ohio now and picking up a dr650 tomorrow, can't wait to venture back out that way to hit up Skyline and BlueRidge Pkwy. Great video!

[@octavioescobar6870]

Hi, just found you on utube by chance, you are fantastic! Thks for taking me along on your beautiful videos. Had my first Harley Superglide in '78. At my age I don't need something too powerful, so I just bought a 24 Honda Shadow ABS 750. Your travels inspired me to ride again after 45 years. I live in El Paso Texas right next to NM which it's also beautiful and I'm planning my first short ride to Santa Fe. Just joined your newsletter and enjoying your travels. Thks. again, and stay safe.

[@ridetofood]

Love this!!! Enjoy you trip to Santa Fe!!!

[@fifthgearfoodie5272]

Another National Geographic quality video! Blue Ridge is glorious. It’s really easy to get disoriented up there especially when it feels like you’re at the same height as small propeller planes. Breathtaking nonetheless!

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertcjackman1555]

You’re going to LOVE Skyline Dr. it really is a beautiful ride

[@ridetofood]

It was great!

[@jtottonb]

I really enjoyed watching this episode! I'm originally from NC and would drive through the parkway. I now live on the west coast and didn't start riding until I moved out here. Now, I want to get back to ride through the Appalachian, and this makes me want it even more.

[@markrawlins2685]

Thank You for bringing us all along. Enjoy Stay Safe and keep the rubber down.

[@ridetofood]

Always! Thanks for watching!

[@robertcjackman1555]

You’re going to LOVE Skyline dr. It really is a beautiful ride through there.

[@ridetofood]

It was great! Even with the bad weather

[@bgalhouse]

Woo hoo! You were in my trail running stomping ground in VA - I've never stopped at the restaurants and have absolutely no idea why- next trip, for sure. HNY!

[@elviejogo2008]

What a ride! I thoroughly enjoyed this drop as I too have been on both of those scenic routes. But, I did the Skyline Drive with a cousin in '12 and the Blue in '18 when I rode back to his graduation at Blacksburg. I didn't stay at Little Switzerland but two miles east at Big Lynn Lodge which I felt was fabulous. I had ridden the Natchez Trace Parkway on the same trip from Arizona. Yes, I'll have to do that again and check out some of the places you pointed out. I have many pictures of Silver at some of the same lookouts. Ah, memories! I hope you get to do the NC route up to the Mt. Mitchell State Park and the lookout on one of your trips. It was spectacular as well. Thank you for sharing!

[@mcmicken76]

My wife and I love you’re videos! We past you on the Cherohala Skyway , we were so excited!!!!

[@ridetofood]

haha that's so cool!! 👋 here's a very late "hello!" thank y'all for following along!!

[@tim_g3478]

I’m glad you were able to stay and eat at Switzerland Inn. A group of us ride that area every year and we always make sure to have dinner there!

[@ridetofood]

nice! do you eat at the inn or do you go down to the cafe?

[@tim_g3478]

@@ridetofood We eat at the Inn

[@Christopher_Hall]

To the best Moto vlogger out there! Thank you once again for the amazing content 👏 love watching your stuff!

[@ridetofood]

Thanks Chris!!

[@tennesseebound6597]

I have stayed at Switzerland inn 3 times, awesome place! Thank you! love the last two videos, love Tennessee and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!! Thank you for watching them! 🤘😊

[@sharonhirsch1173]

Very enjoyable video of your ride. Your cooking skills are amazing for camping too. Been a long time since I woke up with ice on my tent so I admire your courage. Ride Safe

[@twobikesandadrone]

Definitely my favorite road on the planet! I did this same ride back in 2000 so I'm WAY overdue for another visit......but until then, looking forward to your ride!!!

[@jumaklap]

That was an amazing trip! I enjoyed from the start to the end! Congratulations and thanks for share!

[@michaelbunner1282]

We love the parkway, haven’t ridden the whole thing yet. We always stay in Maggie or Waynesville so we’ve just been to the viaduct south. Enjoyed the video, ride safe!!

[@albertleffler962]

Love your organization but also your ability to enjoy it all. Thanks!

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@chiguy_]

definitely a ride I would love to do one day. Maybe next year.. keep up the fun and food. cheers.

[@stlchuckhd]

Great vlog Staci! I really look up to you for your tips on an amazing and enjoyable motorcycle trip. Keep up the great work and safe travels 😊

[@ridetofood]

Thank you! Will do! 😊

[@stevesheltz8138]

Thanks for helping me re-live one of my best road trips!

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@erikbaggett1560]

This is on my list to do as well. Right on up there with a ride around the Great Lakes.

[@lawrencebrandt8448]

I love your camping gear tent / cooking gear / dishes there wasn't anything like that years ago when I still camped along my trips . great video love the blue ridge parkway..

[@ridetofood]

Gotta love backpacking gear!

[@BoringFisherman]

That looks like fun. Now that I live in NC I need to make my way over and make that same trip! And that pie looks amazing. Also I'm glad your sleeping equipment worked out like it did.

[@deangelisstudio1]

I absolutely love that road Skyline drive is, amazingly beautiful , the parkway can get a little bit repetitive like you said. We started in Front Royal Virginia and ended in Pigeon Forge Absolutely can’t wait to do it again , more stops this time though

[@nomoreblahblah]

Of course, we made it all the way to the end of the video. It was a spectacular video. I'm glad you made the video. As I stated in the comments of one of your previous videos; I rode my motorcycle CTX700N from the North Entrance Skyline drive, connected to the BlueRidge Parkway(what's up with those detours) to Cherokee NC. Then into Robbinsville NC. Your video makes up for the footage I lost when my action camera disappeared while sleeping overnight at the "free" NFS Oronoco campground near Amherst Virginia. Lesson learned. I also camped at the Big Meadows Campground with no reservation, and they had a site for me to pitch my tent. Big Meadows is an excellent campground (no issues Flush toilets and showers too). Other motorcycle camps along the BlueRidge Parkway are Willsville Motorcycle Camp, and further south Mountain View Motorcycle Campground (They are private, but less to camp than the NFS campgrounds and they have a clubhouse, showers, and coffee in the morning.

[@ridetofood]

Yep and the moto campgrounds close too early in the year! Tried to camp at willville and they told me they wouldn’t be open lol

[@nomoreblahblah]

@@ridetofoodToo bad Willville was closed for the season. You would have liked it. There is a gas station and a good restaurant just a few bike revs away from it. I hope to show my video and pics that I have left, then your Blueridge Parkway/Drive video during our Christmas Eve family get-together. We have some adventurous nieces in the family. I think they'll like it. Merry Christmas!🎅🎄

[@Chubbychonies]

Rad chick !! Awesome location !! Perfectly elaborated !! Love the Vids Ma’am !!! ❤❤❤

[@ridetofood]

Thank you so much!

[@vinnyinthewild]

Thank you for the amazing content while we are in the off season. Every time I watch one of your videos, I just end up adding to my list of places to ride my Dyna to. Appreciate you!

[@ridetofood]

Love it! Thank you!

[@AnywhereRider]

Really nice footage. Heated gear rocks doesn’t it?! Glad to have found your channel. Nice job

[@mdf1951]

Thanks for taking us along with your journey.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@57eleven1]

Wow- again! Spam and eggs with blueberry oatmeal! You really have gained a loyal fan. Not gonna lie, that surprised the heck outta me! 😊 Now… back to the video… Very cool 😎

[@ridetofood]

it ain't always a dennys grand slam but it'll do! 😎

[@57eleven1]

I made it all the way to the end just now, as you mentioned in the video. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@mattbakus2233]

Awesome.. my daughter and I are moto camping at this moment.. fun to watch before we do our s’mores!! Good job!!

[@ridetofood]

Omg smores sound so good right now lol!! Enjoy! Thanks for watching!!

[@davidcrute3423]

Recently came across your channel… your delivery, photography, voice and everything is outstanding! Can’t wait to watch previous videos! ❤

[@ridetofood]

Thank you!

[@jb12345678966]

Waoooo!! I’m speechless right now..I’m excited that did you made this trip because I felt I just for off my bike when the video ended. Thanks for sharing. Adding it to my bucket list asap 🏃‍♀️. I will completed this ride this year on the same bike. Yay!

[@ridetofood]

Awesome!!

[@kendallanderson2149]

I agree some of the best filming ever and the footage amazing thank u for doing what ur doing and keep us on where to go because just like u only have so much time when we go on vacation and it is nice to wean out the bad stuff ur amazing thank u thank u thank u ❤

[@brianyoung4863]

Really great video. The time you put in on editing these videos really shows.

[@ridetofood]

Thank you! They definitely take a while to plan, film, and edit lol

[@samuraidarryl]

One of the most amazing trips. You are incredible. The scenery was beautiful.

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤘

[@peanutbutter4829]

Your awesome Staci! I've benn on the parkway , bits and pieces but never the whole thing. Thanks for showing me what I've been missing. Be Safe!

[@ridetofood]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching 🤘