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Roanoke Outside Foundation

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Roanoke Outside is a 501c3 organization created to showcase the region’s commitment to making outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship a core component of the Roanoke Region lifestyle. Find trails, download maps, join clubs, discover events, rent gear, buy gear, and oh so much more to plan your visit to Roanoke – in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Read more...
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Jack’s Creek Covered Bridge

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The covered bridges in Patrick County are fabulous spots for romance and are full of history making them one of the best experiences in Virginia. There is something about covered bridges that draw people to them. Maybe it’s the feel of being taken back to a simpler time, where life moved a little bit slower. Maybe it’s the taken-care-of feeling Read more...
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Virginia Maple Syrup Trail – Highland County

To further “tap” into what Highland County is most known for, Highland County has introduced the Virginia Maple Syrup Trail!  This passport program offers visitors the chance to visit seven sugar camps in Highland County throughout the year, excluding the busy Maple Festival weeks and weekends, to experience each unique camp.  Two of the participating camps are not currently open to Read more...
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Danville Yoga & Meditation Center

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A Space For Us All It is our pleasure and privilege to serve you. YOGAS CHITTA VRTTI NIRODHAH Yoga Sutra 1.2 Danville Yoga and Meditation Center, Inc. incorporated on December 31, 2003. Founders Rosemary Andrews and Karen Maute both trained at the North Carolina School of Yoga which has since developed into the Shanti Niketan Ashram. Gratitude is given to Read more...
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Holston Hills Community Golf Course

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Holston Hills Community Golf Course is an 18 hole championship course built in 1946. The layout features a variety of holes that offer scenic views that will test all of your golfing skills. The Holston River meanders throughout the course and comes into play on several holes. The bunkering is modest but strategic and our well manicured greens will test Read more...
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Beaver Creek

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Beaver Hills Golf Course is an 18 hole, par 71 public course with fescue fairways, bent greens and mild hills terrain. The rolling terrain off… Read more...
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Alleghany Outdoors

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Alleghany Outdoors is an outfitter company specializing in running river trips on the upper Jackson River and the Jackson River Scenic Trail below Lake Moomaw and Covington, Va. We rent kayaks, rafts, tubes, and mountain bikes for a variety of trip lengths and formats.  We also operate a shuttle service to move customers upstream to launch areas.  All of our trips Read more...
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Flag Rock Area Trails

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The City of Norton’s Flag Rock Area Trails (FRAT) system offers eight miles of mountain bike trails that are also open to hikers, trail runners, cross country skiers, birders, and other “people-powered” activities. Trails travel through rhododendron-choked forested tunnels, past giant sandstone boulders and clifflines, and through beautiful hardwood forests as they wind through Flag Rock Recreation Area. The city-owned recreation Read more...
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Smith River Paw Park

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Your furry friend will love the Smith River Paw Path and sharing the experience of nature and hiking with you in a safe, fully-fenced natural space. Plus, more off-leash time will help both of you feel great, bond, and improve your overall well-being.  A membership is required for use of the park. To get a membership, you will need to 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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Devil’s Den Nature Preserve

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The Devil’s Den Nature Preserve is a unique 250 acre tract containing an abundance of cultural and natural resources. The preserve is situated on the eastern edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment overlooking the North Carolina Piedmont. Several trails cross the property, including one that follows the former road bed of the Good Spur Road – a historic route in Read more...
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Price House Nature Center

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Operated by SEEDS – Discovery learning for everyone founded in 1995. Awareness of community and culture environment – backyard and beyond, explore our world See the Price House Nature Center’s Facebook page for hours and directions http://www.facebook.com/blacksburgnaturecenter Read more...
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Sugar Hill Loop Trail

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This well-maintained hiking and biking trail extends around and over Sugar Hill, the large ridge north of Oxbow Lake Park. The trail climbs steeply to the ridge and then curves back around near the dam at the eastern end of Oxbow lake. The Lower River Trail traverses the banks of the State Scenic Clinch River. This river is home to Read more...
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Third Avenue Splash Pad

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Third Avenue is home to Danville’s first splash pad. This scenic park is located in the Third Avenue neighborhood near Fire Station Number 5. Amenities include splash pad with adjoining sheltered picnic tables, public restrooms, playground, paved parking lot, additional sheltered and unsheltered seating areas/picnic tables away from splash pad area. Third Avenue Splash Pad Rules: Glass containers, tobacco/smoking/vaping, and Read more...
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Cardinal Bicycle Grandin

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Cardinal Bicycle is the #1 rated bicycle shop in Roanoke, Virginia, since 1988. In addition to offering the largest inventory of premium bikes in Southwest Virginia, we have a wide range of rental options available. A rental bike is the perfect way to explore a mountain bike trail, take a leisurely ride on the greenway or enjoy a fun family Read more...
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Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing – Adventure Saturdays

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Adventure Saturdays (and longer) at Wilderness Adventure at Eagle LandingAre you looking for something to do with your family? Come join us for a day or weekend of adventure! Ride our World-Famous 900� Zip Line, climb our 50� Climbing Wall, canoe on Craig Creek, bike our trails, try our High Ropes Challenge Course, climb at a real rock climbing site, Read more...
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Hanging Rock Picnic Area

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This picnic area features 18 picnic units with table and grill or fireplace. A group shelter is also available. Hanging Rock Picnic area is located beside Little Stony Creek in a hardwood forest with rhododendron and hemlocks. Huge rock cliffs along the creek and the sound of rushing water add to the natural beauty of the area. Little Stony Creek Read more...
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George Washington & Jefferson National Forest: Clinch Ranger District

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Call for detailed maps of trails through National Forest. Campgrounds open mid-May to mid-October. Read more...
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Buffalo Mountain Ziplines

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Experience an award-winning, five-star zipline adventure at Buffalo Mountain Ziplines featuring the longest zipline in Virginia. Soar above the forest floor and through the tree canopy on an eight-line course offering sweeping views of Southwest Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. This family-friendly experience welcomes guests ages 3 to 103, with professionally guided tours designed to be safe, approachable, and memorable for Read more...
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Appalachian Hiking & Camping Tours

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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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The Dock at Smith Mountain Lake

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Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge is a historic place to visit. As the oldest marina on Smith Mountain Lake we are “The Home of the Pet Carp”. People come from miles just to feed the fish, feel the cool water splash, hear the laughter and have fun with family and friends. Boat Rental – Experience the changing seasons on Smith Read more...
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Mill Creek Nature Park

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Mill Creek Nature Park is 140+ acres adjoining the Town of Narrows and Jefferson National Forest.  This property offers miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, beautiful water falls, and fishing for native trout in a pristine mountain stream (valid Virginia licenses required).  The park has a small picnic shelter as well as a hiker shelter near the reservoir.  Mill Creek Read more...
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J. Frank Wilson Memorial Park

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Wilson Park is the perfect place to work, rest or play. The park sits on 30 acres and the smell of fresh air and the sounds of people enjoying life are two ingredients guaranteed to relieve the stress of the day. Bring all of your friends, family, golf buddies, athletes, casual exercisers, neighborhood kids, skaters/skateboarders to enjoy any and all Read more...
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City of Galax Parks & Recreation

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The Galax Recreation Center offers a variety of activities. There are youth and adult sports programs, senior programs, 5K runs, year round swimming lessons, karate, gymnastics, bingo, water fitness, aquatic programs, tennis lessons, Oak Hill basketball camp, CPR classes, first aid classes, dog obedience, Middle Eastern dance instruction and after school programs for children in kindergarten through 5th grade.Open to Read more...
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Norton Recreation Department

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Norton Community Center and swimming pool are located on East Park Avenue. A variety of recreation programs and classes are offered as well as meeting rooms for gatherings and social events. Read more...
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Shangrila Guest Ranch, Horseback Riding

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Shangrila Guest Ranch provides all inclusive horseback riding vacation packages and hourly or day trail rides by appointment. We cater to couples, families, and small groups; ensuring that everyone has a pleasant and memorable vacation experience. Comfortable lodging, quality horses and beautiful trails. Children especially enjoy collecting eggs from the chickens, fishing and feeding the ducks and other farm animals. The Read more...
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Spencer-Penn Centre Trail

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The Spencer-Penn Centre Trail offers a 0.5 mile paved walking path for your next active outing. After your walk, be sure to stop inside the beautiful and historic Spencer-Penn Centre Building and take a step back in time.  The Centre invites everyone to tour the facility; to check out books in the Charles and Rose Hylton Library; to work in Read more...
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Christiansburg Skate Park

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Christiansburg’s Skate Park is located off Franklin Street, in front of the Aquatic Center. This popular street-style skate park offers challenges that include a half-pipe, a vert, grinding rails, and a stair-step. The park has a shelter and is a great place to hang out, but please follow all posted rules and regulations posted. For more information on the Skate Read more...
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Spearhead Trails – Ridgeview Trail System

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Ridgeview, Spearhead’s newest trail system,  is a combination of tree-lined trails and wide open ridge riding with plenty of spectacular views. There is a good mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert trails, 50 miles of multi-use trails and 10 single track miles connect to the ATV-friendly town of Haysi. Plans to extend the equestrian and mountain biking trails are underway to Read more...
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Tobacco Heritage Trail

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Surrounded by unspoiled woods, tobacco farms that have been passed from one generation to the next and homey little towns, the Tobacco Heritage Trail is a path to your outdoor recreation and relaxation.  Explore the natural resources of this Southern Virginia rail-trail on horse, bicycle, or foot and journey back to the history and culture of a simpler time. Our Read more...
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Saltville Wave Pool

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Nicknamed “Mammoth Waves”, Saltville’s new wave pool, has the ability to generate ocean-like waves. The wave pool replaced a municipal swimming pool whose predecessor, a saltwater pool built in the mid-1940s was the first to be named for Hardy Roberts, the first man from Smyth County to die in World War II. The pool is 150 feet long by 60 Read more...
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Washington County Park

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140 camp sites, 132 sites are full hook-up, 10 tent sites, trailer sites with electric and water, sanitation facilities, picnic sites, swimming pool, boat ramp, canoe access sites, playground, fishing, shelters, snack bar, and telephone access. Season: April 1 through October 31. Read more...
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Crawfish Trail/Appalachian Trail

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This trail starts in Crawfish Valley, crosses Bear Creek and climbs to the top of Brushy Mountain. It follows the ridge line of Brushy Mountain along the Tennessee Valley along the Tennessee Valley Divide for about 4 miles until it descends through Channel Rock Hollow.  Terrain varies from the creek bottom land to the dry ridges, stream crossing, some uphill Read more...
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Spearhead Trails – Original Pocahontas Trail System

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“The OP” offers 65 miles of scenic twists and turns in a deep-woods setting. The system provides spectacular views of surrounding mountains and historic downtown, and can be accessed from 2 trail heads: one at Boissevain Park, and the other in the ATV-Friendly town of Pocahontas. Spearhead Trails rider permits are available at local retailers and on our website. Permits are required to Read more...
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Smith River Access – Marrowbone Creek

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Henry County Parks and Recreation provide a convenient access point for paddlers to enjoy the scenic Smith River. Parking is available on site. After entering from Marrowbone Creek, paddlers will encounter a scenic 4-mile stretch of the Smith River, passing through mature hardwood forests with spectacular views of wildlife. Paddlers can take out on river left at the Mitchell Bridge(Route Read more...
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Wind Rock

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These trails are moderately easy trails through the Mountain Lake Wilderness as both trails lead to scenic overlooks with elevations from 3100- 3800 feet. Some of this trail follows the Appalachian Trail eastward. The Wind Rock Overlook offers sweeping views of Rocky Mountains (3300′), Fork Mountain (3645′) and Peter’s Mountain (4000′). Read more...

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