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Alberta School Park Trail

Alberta School Park Trail conveniently begins in Downtown Alberta and takes you to the old Alberta School Park. It is a beautiful trail lined with many flowers, benches, and shaded areas. If your pleasure is; a casual stroll, biking or hiking you are sure to enjoy the peaceful tranquility of this beautiful trail and all that nature has to offer. Read more...
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Hanging Rock Golf Club

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Overlooking the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia, Hanging Rock Golf Club is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. The course, designed by Russell Breeden, offers a championship layout that guarantees Roanoke golf enthusiasts of all skill levels a challenging and exciting round. Hanging Rock has earned numerous Roanoke golf and national accolades, including: Voted “Best Golf Course in the Roanoke Valley” Read more...
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Greasy Creek Outfitters

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Greasy Creek Outfitters is the New River Valley’s premier fishing guide service. We offer excellent smallmouth bass, walleye, muskie and striped bass fishing on the Upper New River and Claytor Lake, as well as walleye and striped bass angling. Member of the US Fishing Guide Association and fully insured. Our trips include everything but the clothes on your back and Read more...
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Blue Springs Trout Fishing

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We’re a brand new trout fishing stream in Rural Retreat, Virginia. We also offer lodging accommodations with restaurants just minutes away. We’re just ten miles off I 81 ext 60. Stream is stocked daily with trophy size trout; have about a mile of stream. Read more...
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Big Pine Trout Farm

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Bubbling mountain stream seeks talented sportsmen for trophy-sized trout. Abundant catching opportunities await those who can outsmart the big ones. At Big Pine, we guarantee stocking placement for every angler. So bring your skill and limit out with 5 of these big Rainbows, Browns or Brookies, and carry home the catch for supper; or stay in our Upscale Contemporary Farmhouse.Big Read more...
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Richard P. Gravely Jr. Nature Preserve Trail

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At 2.5 miles long, the Richard P. Gravely Jr. Nature Preserve Trail is an outdoor lovers dream. Two miles of wooded trail are found on the property along with an outdoor classroom for nature study. A self-guided tour along the Jones Cliff Trail leads guests back in time as they explore tobacco farming in the early 1900s and the Burgess Read more...
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The Waterfront Golf & Country Club

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Come. Enter a private community where nature’s scenery provides an ever changing setting for luxurious living. Escape to The Waterfront and leave work and worries behind in a most beautiful and relaxing way. Smith Mountain Lake offers 22,000 acres of crystal blue water. From the white morning mist to the gold and diamonds of spectacular sunsets, the water becomes more Read more...
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Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area

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Those seeking the outdoors will enjoy the tranquility of the 5,321 acres of Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area. 460 acres are located in northwestern Henry County. Area is nestled in the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge and features steep slopes and small areas of bottom land. The woodlands on the area are predominantly a mix of oak, hickory and Read more...
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New River Trail State Park

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A “Rails to Trails” project, the New River Trail State Park winds through Grayson, Carroll, Wythe and Pulaski counties in southwestern Virginia and parallels the scenic and historic New River for 39 miles. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and boating enthusiast welcome! There are many different access points along the trail, with the southern end beginning in Galax going 57 miles to Read more...
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South Holston Lake

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South Holston Lake offers the beauty of the South along with the ability to allow you to have some fun in the sun! It’s known for its smallmouth bass fishing, and a number of fishing tournaments every year. The South Fork Holston River is home to an annual spring migration of white bass. Locals say that when the dogwood bloom, Read more...
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Wythe Raceway

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Wythe Raceway has been voted the drivers and fans favorite dirt race track. Located conveniently on I-81 at Exit 60 in Rural Retreat just 10 minutes from junction of I-77 and I-81. Weekly classes include dirt late model, open wheel mods, super streets and pro minis. 1000’s of fans experience the excitement every week. Check out our website for the Read more...
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Saint Paul Loop Trail

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Located near the heart of Saint Paul, the Saint Paul Loop offers six excellent sites for wildlife watching that visitors can enjoy. It includes everything from wetlands to montane to extensive woodland habitats. Intertwining with the Sugar Hill Loop, the Saint Paul Loop Trail varies immensely in elevation and provides a stunning view of the Clinch River Valley. The trail Read more...
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Buck Run and Locust Spring Run Trails

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Buck Run and Locust Spring Run Trails are located on the turn-of-the-century railroad tram grades used by the previous landowner to log virgin timber. The Buck Run Trail provides a view of beaver ponds, open glades and vegetation that you would expect to see in Canada. The Locust Spring Run Trail provides views of northern hardwoods and is an ideal Read more...
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Hayfields State Park

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Hayfields State Park is situated in Highland County, nestled between Bullpasture and Jack Mountains, with an elevation ranging from 1,800 to 2,400 feet. The park features a diverse landscape that includes heavily wooded mountains, open valley pastures and several historic structures, including a farmhouse from the 1800s. The Bullpasture River flows through the property for about a mile, providing a Read more...
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Guest River Gorge Trail

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Rails to trails project that follows an old railroad right of way paralleling the Guest River, a Virginia Scenic River. Trout fishing is permitted in the river, as well as kayacking and canoeing. During the early 1900’s when timber and coal were being hauled out of the remote areas of Dickenson County, this passage was used as a rail line. Read more...
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Guest River Gorge Rock Climbing

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The Guest River Gorge offers both excellent roped climbing and bouldering along a rail-to-trail bike path beside the beautiful Guest River. You walk/bike through a dark and interesting old coal train tunnel to access the vast majority of the climbing here. Read more...
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Blue Ridge Tree Climbing, LLC

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The best and most accurate word for me to describe the attraction to tree climbing is �magic�. We understood the true meaning of the word as children when most of us started climbing, but as we supposedly grew up our gaze went from the tree tops to the desk tops. If you cannot remember the meaning of childhood magic, or Read more...
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Franklin County Blueways

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Franklin County Blueways are an exciting way for beginners and experts to experience the beauty of nature in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The Pigg River Blueway is an enjoyable 8-mile float which takes you through some of Franklin County’s beautiful wooded landscapes and farmlands. The historic waterway from Waid Park to Lynch Riverside Park, was a transporation lane for Franklin Read more...
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Montgomery County Parks and Recreation

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Montgomery County Parks and Recreation offers the largest and most extensive Whitewater Kayak Program in South West Virginia. Montgomery County is blessed with many opportunities for river programs on the New River, James River and the Little River. Our classes are geared for any skill level from the first time in a kayak to advanced play boating clinics. We provide Read more...
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Sunny Stables

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Sunny Stables is located in Picturesque Highland County Va. We offer lessons for all ages and riding abilities and specialize in the English Discipline. Instruction is provided on any of our great lesson horses or on your own personal horse. Lessons are taught by a Virginia Intermont College Equine Major with over 20 years of experience. We also offer trail Read more...
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Spearhead Dickenson Indoor Archery Range

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Come in out of the cold this winter and shoot with us!   We have 16 shooting lanes, a full range of bow tuning equipment for permit holders and we offer Bulldog and Morrell targets.   Read more...
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Falling Spring

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Falling Spring Falls is a breathtaking 80′ waterfall that is one of the most visited and photographed spots in the Alleghany Highlands. The scenic waterfall is located on Route 220 in Alleghany County, just five miles north of Covington, Virginia. The property has had extensive renovations to the overlook and grounds, including a picnic area, so that visitors can more safely stop Read more...
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Spearhead Trails – Coal Canyon Trail System

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Open canyons descend into patches of woods and fields where elk, deer and other wildllife can be spotted in their natural habitat. The unique expanse of Coal Canyon gives riders a totally different experience, with 127 miles of trail and mountain vistas, along with ATV playgrounds. The trail connects to the ATV-friendly town of Grundy and provides a sense of Read more...
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Staunton River Battlefield State Park

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This park is a 300-acre Civil War historic site where a ragtag group of 700 Confederate older men and young boys beat the odds and held off an assault by 5,000 Union cavalry on a bridge of strategic importance to Gen. Lee’s army, then under siege in Petersburg. Visit the Confederate earthworks and walk the historic bridge trail. Two visitor Read more...
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Franklin County YMCA

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The Franklin County YMCA is located on North Main Street. Our facility includes heated swimming pools, indoor track, a training fitness center, mirrored exercise rooms. Members of all other YMCA’s are admitted free. For a fee of only $5.00 everyone under 18 is invited to use our swimming pool, fitness center, and gym. For folks over 18 the fee is Read more...
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Appalachian Hiking & Camping Tours

Appalachian Mountains Hiking/Camping Tours. Join Don Defreeze, author Climb Beyond the Crest, on a variety of Appalachian hikes and adventures. Come prepared to stimulate your mind as well as enjoy the vibrancy of a refreshing hike among Appalachian wonders. (see website) Our service develops specific tours for almost any person or group.  Explore the Appalachian Trail, mountain tops or waterfalls Read more...
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Virginia Off-Road

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Virginia Off-Road is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting Virginia’s off-road community through education, trail stewardship, and responsible adventure. We empower off-roaders of all experience levels with the knowledge, resources, and community support they need to explore safely, protect public lands, and preserve access to trails for generations to come. Read more...
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J. Russell Mason Memorial Park

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Your wants and needs were taken into consideration when the J. Russell Mason Park was established. We knew you wanted a place to play, relax, get fit and to have friends and family around. There’s a picnic shelter available for rent so that you can host your next birthday party, graduation or family reunion. We all enjoy the company of Read more...
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Saltville Golf Course

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The 9-hole “Saltville” course at the Saltville Golf Club facility in Saltville, Virginia features 2,802 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. The course rating is 0 and it has a slope rating of 125. Water hazards and sand traps make playing this beautiful setting a challenge. The course’s pro shop offers cart rentals, golfing Read more...
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Sportlanes – Bowling

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Don’t be a couch potato! Visit Sportlanes to enjoy a few games of bowling. We are a retro bowling center from 1962 offering friendly fun for everyone. We have 18 traditional wood lanes with wood aproches. We also offer leagues for everyone and plenty of open play bowling, as well as family fun and great deals.  There’s Always a Special at Read more...
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Burton Lake

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Lake Burton is a 76-acre impoundment located in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. This reservoir is owned by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and is managed primarily for fisheries related activities. The reservoir was impounded in 1950 and was stocked with various species of sportfish such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish. Lake Burton is an impoundment of Tomahawk Creek Read more...
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Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals

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Bridgewater Marina is the largest boat rental operation on Smith Mountain Lake. We offer everything needed to make your vacation fun, from WaveRunners, to Pontoons, to Ski Boats. We rent boats you can be proud to cruise the lake in. We even offer three rental locations to serve you better. We Also Offer: Full Service Gas Docks, Marina Store with Read more...
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Lake Phoenix Paintball

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Check out website Lake-Phoenix.com for the latest information.  Read more...
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Stars and Stripes Farm

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We strive to raise quality Rocky Mountain horses from old bloodlines with the conformation, temperament and strong gait these horses are known for. We are a small farm in Fincastle, Virginia near Roanoke nestled between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains and near the Jefferson National Forest. We are proud to breed, raise, show and trail ride the Rocky Mountain Read more...
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Galax Municipal Golf Course

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This 9-hole, 65 acre facility is located at 107 Country Club Lane and is open to the public. Twenty gas-powered golf carts are available for use. Our facility also has a large banquet room that may be rented for that perfect wedding reception, anniversary party, holiday gathering or family get-together. Whatever you need, the Galax Municipal golf course and banquet Read more...
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DeHart Park

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Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge, DeHart Park in Stuart offers many recreational opportunities to our citizens and visitors. The Park has a swimming pool, tennis courts and a multi-purpose basketball court. The park also has Little League ballfields, concession stand, picnic shelter and a playground, as well as a volleyball area. A 1/2 mile circular trail highlights the park’s Read more...

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