Less than 1/4-mile from the parking lot, Stack Rock is situated on one of the more technical sections of the Tanawha Trail. Part of the larger Mountains to Sea Trail, gnarled rhododendrons and mountain laurel fill the forest understory, and winter offers long-reaching views once the trees drop their leaves. A wooden staircase also runs alongside the unique rock formation, offering several unique angles to view the rock. For those driving the parkway, the top of the rock can also be seen from the road.

Parking for Stack Rock is available on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 304.8. There are no restrooms or facilities, and cell reception can be limited as you hike along massive boulders that tend to block the signal.

Sources: https://brookandholler.com/blogs/trail-guides/stack-rock-the-most-technical-section-of-the-tanawha-trail