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The Dock

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. Grill- If you’re hungry there are lots of menu Read more...
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Virginia Scenic Russell Fork River

A tributary of the Big Sandy River, the Russell Fork River is a scenic series of rapids, pools and tortuous twists. World class whitewater rafting opportunities are available on the river running through the Breaks Canyon (Breaks Interstate Park) below the John Flannagan Dam four weekends in October when released from the dam. Whitewater rating; Class III-V+, depending on the Read more...
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Martinsville Speedway

When it comes to motorsports, Martinsville Speedway is a classic. The track opened as a dirt track in 1947 and was part of the first NASCAR season in 1948. Other than being paved in 1955, the track configuration hasn’t changed since Red Byron won the inaugural event and is the only original NASCAR-sanctioned track still running Cup events. At slightly more Read more...
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Smith River Access – Bassett

Henry County Parks and Recreation provides easy access for paddlers to the Smith River. This public river access point behind Bassett Furniture Co. has convenient parking. In this relatively urban portion of the Smith River, paddlers will view what remains of a once vibrant furniture manufacturing industry along the river’s banks in Bassett and Stanleytown. This section, featuring Class I Read more...
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Daniel Boone Loop Trail

Located in the westernmost part of Virginia, the Daniel Boone Loop contains sites that have a strong historical connection to the early frontier. While this isn’t the exact path that Daniel Boone followed many centuries ago, it will take you to the Wilderness Road entrance to Cumberland Gap National Park, where Boone and his followers pioneered their way into Kentucky. Read more...
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Appalachian Backroads

The Commonwealths of Kentucky & Virginia share a rugged mountainous border of jagged peaks rising over 4135 feet into the horizon. Pine and Black Mountains create this phenomenal land mass through the Heart of Appalachia region and is where our Appalachian Backroads got its start enticing you to experience the curvy back roads that form these unique travel routes. With Read more...
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Bedford

America’s most scenic drive extends 470 miles linking Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. Spectacular mountain vistas in all four seasons. Read more...
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Tri Cities Stand Up Paddleboard Co.

Surrounded by four beautiful mountains lakes and several world class rivers, TRI SUP is the first full service Stand Up Paddleboard store in the area. We offer rental delivery to many locations on South Holston Lake as well as a full line of new paddleboards and accessories.  We are located within Whitetop Yoga Studio in downtown Abingdon.  Join us for Read more...
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J. Frank Wilson Memorial Park

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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Wise Boat Launch at North Fork Pound Lake

Access to the 154-acre North Fork of Pound Lake for fishing and boating. Read more...
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Andrews River Outfitters, LLC

Andrews River Outfitters offers guided smallmouth bass float fishing trips on rivers in Southwest Virginia, the Heart of Appalachia. Capt. Richard Andrews is a seasoned guide with over 15 years of experience as a full-time fishing guide. Float fishing for smallmouth combines the experience and scenery of floating down a clear river with all the benefits of bass fishing. “Smallies” Read more...
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River Traders

Located near Staunton River State Park, we offer tackle and bait for fishing. Pontoon, canoes, kayaks and fishing boats for rent. Read more...
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Philpott Park Group Recreational Area

This area offers group camping with all of the basic amenities – picnic shelter, flush toilets, showers, outdoor grills, a water fountain, an amphitheatre with campfire ring and basketball goal. There’s one thing missing – You. The group area will accommodate up to 100 guests. The camp site offers easy access to the Visitor Center, the playgrounds, fishing, hiking trails Read more...
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Leeman Field Park

Historic Leeman Field park, once known as the world’s largest enclosed ballpark from the mid 1930-1950s, located in Pennington Gap, has many activities for the whole family. In the park, tennis, basketball, pickleball courts and sand volleyball, 18-hole disc golf, a 1.4 mile walking trail which extends out on the greenway along the river, 2 children’s playgrounds, a sand box, swimming pool, baseball fields, Read more...
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Salem Red Sox

The Salem Red Sox are a Class “A” Minor League Professional Baseball Team and an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. The Salem Red Sox play at the Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark, 10 million dollar state-of-the-art facility with sky boxes, picnic areas.  It is the finest minor league facility in America with a breathtaking view of the Read more...
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Poplar Gap Park

Poplar Gap Park is a great family-friendly park with plenty of walking trails and play space for the kids. The park presently offers a fairgrounds and horse ring, two baseball fields, a football field, three large picnic shelters with grills and a large smoker, a sandlot playground area with a caboose, a paved walker’s path, a snack bar, three separate Read more...
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Fisher Farm Park

Fisher Farm Park is the largest park in Henry County on 127 acres. This park is located in Ridgeway and is only minutes from the Martinsville Speedway. While a large portion of the park is wooded, there are also several facilities in the park. The upper section of the park has a picnic shelter and a restroom building that is Read more...
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New River Junction

Providing tubing, camping, canoes, kayaks, and access to the best fishing in the New River since 1982. We are a small, family-oriented campground with water, electricity, wi-fi in-ground fire pits and picnic tables at every site. Read more...
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Devils Fork Trail System

Located primarily on an old logging grade. You will pass many scenic areas such as a 20′ waterfall, mountain overlooks and the Devils Bathtub which is an excellent area where hikers will see the stream racing down a rock chute, shirl through the tub and race downstream. Read more...
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Spearhead Trails – Mountain View Trail System

Ride Virginia’s most exciting trail destination! The Mountain View “Off Highway Vehicle” (OHV) system is a multi-use trail system primarily designed for ATVs and Side by Sides. The trail system offers a satisfying mix of green and blue trails for riders wishing a more easy going experience beneath a cool canopy of trees and foliage. Mountain View also offers experienced riders Read more...
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Wildwood Park

City park with hiking trails and nature walks. Read more...
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Appalachian Trail, Giles

Southwestern Virginia includes some of the most spectacular sections of this famous Maine-to-Georgia footpath, with wilderness high summits, mature timber and vivid floral displays in June and July. Giles contains 50 miles of the Appalachian Trail and it passes through the county seat of Pearisburg and the Town of Narrows which are now both official Appalachian Trail Communities. Starting in Read more...
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Sandy River Equestrian Center

Sandy River Equestrian Center- located on 230 acres in Henry County Virginia.   At Sandy River Equestrian Center, we emphasize safety, soundness, and responsibility. All students are required not only to groom and care for their horses, but are responsible for the conditioning and maintenance of their horse. Students are prepared for the appropriate level of competition by competing at Read more...
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Mountain 2 Island Paddleboard Company

Mountain 2 Island Paddleboard Company is located on the water at Claytor Lake, in southwest Virginia. We offer Paddleboard rentals, lessons, clinics, tours and retail sale of Paddleboards and accessories. We also rent kayaks and canoes on Claytor Lake. We offer free delivery/pick up of day and multi day rentals of Paddleboards, kayaks and canoes to any location on Claytor Read more...
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Lunenburg Lavender

We are a working lavender farm in beautiful rural Lunenburg County. We have 2500 lavender plants on approximately 2 acres of our farm. Our Farm and Barn Store are open seasonally May-July and on special dates. We can be found on FACEBOOK under Lunenburg Lavender or www.lunenburglavender.com  Come visit us!  Read more...
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Flag Rock Area Trails

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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Roanoke Mountain Adventures

Roanoke Mountain Adventures offers Guided Trips or Rentals and Shuttles for Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Cycling, Paddleboarding and other outdoor activities. Surrounded by mountains and National Forests, Roanoke, Virginia offers outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities. Get out in Roanoke with Roanoke Mountain Adventures. Reserve now at www.roanokemountainadventures or call 540-525-8295. Read more...
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Jamison Mill Park Trail System at Philpott Lake

Besides the scenic views of Philpott Lake, The Jamison Mill Park Trail System has 6.25 miles of inter-connected loops for hikers and bicyclists.  from narrow, single track to wider fire-road is a 6 mile, moderate to strenuous, interconnecting multi-use trail for hikers and bicyclists. The backbone of the trail system consists of three main interconnecting loops, to which are connected Read more...
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Montgomery County Parks and Recreation

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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Whitewater Grayson

Whitewater is an outdoor lifestyle brand centered on the promotion, protection, and management of resources supporting access to recreational experiences. Whitewater’s mission is to facilitate access to this lifestyle by lowering barriers and inspiring people to engage.  This mission is rooted in the belief that all human beings share a genetic code that compels us to play outside. The U.S. Read more...
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Tobacco Heritage Trail (Brodnax)

Brodnax to La Crosse ~ Round-trip 6.6 miles Parking: off Highway 58, Regional Airport Rd, Brodnax, VA 23920.Head West towards La Crosse for 3.3 miles. This is a paved surface. Your journey will take you by the regional airport and into the woods by an abandoned barn. These remains stand sentinel to tobacco farming in Southern Virginia. At this point Read more...
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S Union Pocket Park

The park, which is located at 121-123 South Union Street, is the city’s first urban park, as it doesn’t feature green space like much of the others in Danville. Read more...
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Bicycle Junction

Bicycle Junction is a Virginia Creeper Trail Bike Rental & Shuttle Service in Damascus, VA offering bike rentals with shuttle service to/from Whitetop & Abingdon.   Located on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA Bicycle Junction is your perfect family adventure destination! With prime access to Southwest Virginia’s 34-mile Virginia Creeper Trail, you are just a few pedals away from Read more...
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Happy Hollow Gardens Park

Get in touch with mother nature at Happy Hollow Gardens. Walk the two miles of dirt trails through a dense wooded area. Have lunch at the rentable shelter while you take in the peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Visit during the month of April for the area’s most spectacular floral display, as a large garen of Azeleas are in blume. Happy Read more...
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Huckleberry Trail

The Huckleberry Trail has deep roots and a long history in providing transportation between Blacksburg and Christiansburg. It began as the Virginia Anthracite Coal and Rail Company in 1902 to transport coal, and soon extended to Blacksburg.  On September 15, 1904, the first passenger train rolled into Blacksburg. It was soon nicknamed “Huckleberry Crossing” because when the train would stall, passengers Read more...
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The Sustainable Homestead Institute

The Sustainable Homestead Institute is a non-profit organization committed to sustainable development, ecological land design, and nature reliance education. Since our inception, students have transformed barren hay fields into a research farm producing honey, rotationally grazed beef and mutton, free-range eggs, pastured meat poultry, heirloom apples, timber products, and biodynamic vegetables started from seed in our commercial greenhouse. The Sustainable Read more...

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