On U.S. 276 four miles south of Milepost 412 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Features exhibits, films, guided tours, restored historic buildings from the late 1800s and early 1990s, forestry exhibits, restored steam locomotive and gift shop. Nominal fee charged. Open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting April 15 through November. Call 877-3130 or (800) 660-0671 or visit www.cradleofforestry.org.