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11/29/2018 - The restrooms at the Summit Picnic Area are closed for the winter season. The ADA restroom at the park office remains open.
Last updated on: Thursday, December 6, 2018Mount Jefferson State Natural Area is in Ashe County on the US 221 Bypass between the towns of Jefferson and West Jefferson. Traveling west on I-40 from Greensboro, or from I-77, take US 421 west past the Blue Ridge Parkway. Turn right on US 221 and travel north. After crossing the intersection with NC 163, follow the signs to the park by turning right on S.R. 1152, which leads into the park.
Traveling east on I-40 from Asheville, take US 221 north through Boone. After crossing the intersection with NC 163, follow the signs to the park by turning right on S.R. 1152, which leads into the park.
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Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
8am - sunset
Closed Christmas Day
Park Office
8am - 5pm weekdays
Closed state holidays