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Sinking Creek Bridge and Covered Bridges of Giles County

Three beautiful covered bridges are located in traditional country settings: Sinking Creek Bridge, 70-foot-long red wooden bridge with a tin roof, built in 1916. Open to the public. Not open to the public, but also in Giles: Link Farm Bridge, 50-ft. bridge, with red board sides and a sheet-metal roof, dating from 1912. Reynold’s Farm Bridge, 36-foot bridge built in Read more...
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Franklin County Recreation Park

Franklin County Recreation Park is a 150-acre park, located south of Rocky Mount (just 2 miles from Rt. 220). The park offers a variety of outdoor activities for all ages including hiking trails rolling over beautiful wooded hills, nestled around an acre size fishing pond. It hosts various athletic tournaments and special events, including Southwest Virginia Antique Farm Days and Read more...
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Pete Dye River Course of Virginia Tech

The Pete Dye River Course of Virginia Tech is a daily fee public golf course located in Southwest Virginia between Blacksburg and Radford. Golf Digest gave the course a near perfect 4.5 Star Ranking as one of the “Best Places to Play” in America. It is a championship 18 hole course with five sets of tees to offer a fun Read more...
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Family Tubing at Waid Recreation Park

The peaceful waters of the Pigg River flowing through Waid Recreation Park is the perfect weekend escape this summer. The S-turning river with calm waters and several sections of ripples is well suited for families or individuals who desire a no-shuttle needed float. Three put-in options allow tubers the flexibility to customize the distance and duration of their time on Read more...
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Anglers Ridge Mountain Bike Trail System

Danville is home to one of the longest single track mountain bike trails in the region. Built through a partnership between Anglers Ridge Trail Association and Danville Parks and Recreation, the system offers a variety of trails for multiple experience levels. Choose your own journey, long or short, by riding a single trail or combination. With more than 35 miles Read more...
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I.C. Dehart Park

Isaac C. DeHart operated a roller and grist mill on Widgeon Creek for many years. In addition, DeHart operated a legal distillery in the area, shipping his products to many parts of the country. His widow donated their land to the County of Patrick, and DeHart Park is now located there. The park has a picnic shelter, playground for the Read more...
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Potts Slope Shooting Range

Pott’s Slope Shooting Range: Located on the right of Route 311, approximately seven miles north of New Castle, Virginia, this range is handicapped-accessible with a covered shooting area.. The range features nine lanes for rifle/pistol use with stationary targets at 25, 50 and 100 yards. Read more...
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Saltville Wave Pool

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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Doe Run Park

Doe Run Park is a 30 acre wildlife habitat. The park has a mile and half of hiking trails. While walking the trails, hikers can see an abundance of wildlife and many varieties of tree and plant life. Doe Run Creek meanders through the park providing visitors with beautiful scenery. Cooking grills and picnic tables are available for eating convenience. Read more...
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Smith River Access – South Martinsville

Henry County Parks and Recreation provides easy access for paddlers to the Smith River. This public river access point is located in front of the Martinsville Dam at the Indian Heritage RV Park. Camping spots and a bathhouse are available for a fre from a private company. Paddlers should be aware that the entrance ramp is rustic and that water Read more...
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Doe Run Park Trail

With 1.5 miles of walking trails, the Doe Run Park Trail is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. While walking the trails, hikers can see an abundance of wildlife and many varieties of tree and plant life. Doe Run Creek winds through the park providing visitors with beautiful scenery while walking the trails. Bring the family, the kids, and make a day out Read more...
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Dan River Park

Dan River Park is equipped with a playground, basketball court, and walking trails. If you are looking to run around and get rid of some energy and live in Ararat this is the place to go. Read more...
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Escatawba Farms

Escatawba is the Native American word for “clear, running water.” That’s exactly what you’ll find here. And with it, some of the most spectacular fly-fishing in the world. Located in Alleghany County, Virginia, Escatawba Farms is home of Dunlap Creek, a freestone stream that runs in between wooded moutainsides and fenced pastures. For novice anglers and stillwater enthusiasts, Escatawba Farms Read more...
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Angler’s Park

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Fireside Lanes

Fireside Lanes has party rates available per hour per lane,  or per person per game, and for tournaments, leaques-men’s, women’s, mixed, group events, birthday parties, etc. On Friday and Saturday there’s lazer bowling.  Various prices apply for the lanes depending on time and day of the week. Food and drinks are available.  Please contact the bowling alley for any questions Read more...
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Crazy Horse Marina

Crazy Horse is centrally located on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake in a cove just off Blackwater Marker B-10A.  Our facility offers boat slip rentals, 24 hour gas dock, boat launch ramp, ship store with ABC off premise license, pump-out, rest room facilities, and plenty of parking. Crazy Horse is also the home to the restaurant Mexico Viejo where you can Read more...
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Cardinal Bicycle Orange Ave.

Cardinal Bicycle is the #1 rated bicycle shop in Roanoke, Virginia, since 1988. We offer the largest inventory of premium bikes in Southwest Virginia.   Our staff is made up of self-professed bike nerds, and can’t wait to help you find the perfect bike for whatever you have in mind. Here are a few of the other perks we offer: Suggested Read more...
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Riverway Trail

The Riverway is a walking and biking trail built with support from Pathways for Radford, The City of Radford and a local Engineering Firm. The trail begins near Dedmon Center at Radford University, parallels the New River into Bissett Park, runs under West Main St., through Wildwood Park, and currently ends at the intersection of Park St. and Sundell Drive. Read more...
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Burke’s Garden

Known as “Vanderbilt’s First Choice” and “God’s Thumbprint,” beautiful Burke’s Garden is Virginia’s highest valley, and its largest rural historic district.  This bowl shaped valley carved out of the top of a mountain offers the most breathtaking scenery, with fertile farmland, abundant wildlife, rare bird watching, peaceful biking and adventurous hiking on the Appalachian Trail.  Enjoy a traditional Amish meal Read more...
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Shangrila Guest Ranch, Horseback Riding

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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Whitt-Riverbend Park

Whitt-Riverbend Park features 28 acres on the New River.  The park is open to the general public for fishing, taking leisurely walks on the paved walking trail or river bottom trail, picnicking, canoeing and camping by permit.  The park trail is .71 miles long and traverses a beautiful open field along the New River.  The trail surface is asphalt and has Read more...
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Trout Fishing in Carroll County

Nestled within the heart of the Blue Ridge Plateau, Carroll County boasts an ideal setting for fishing within many of its mountain streams. Seasoned fishermen will attest to the vibrant quality of trout that can be hooked within Carroll County. Key streams include: CROOKED CREEK (brown, rainbow, and brook trout); STEWARTS CREEK (brook trout); LITTLE REED ISLAND CREEK (rainbow and Read more...
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Clarksville Bridge Lights & Nighttime Fishing Venue

Turn on the lights and fish! Clarksville, Virginia’s only lakeside town, is now the hot spot for freshwater nighttime fishing since flipping the switch on 76 fishing lights in March 2006. The lights on the Highway 58 Business Bridge over Buggs Island Lake/John Kerr Reservoir are comprised of two rows of fluorescent green Hydro Glow lights installed on each of Read more...
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Southern Hills Golf Course

     Southern Hills is an 18 hole public golf course located in the heart of Danville, VA.  Featuring bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways,  this is one of the best conditioned courses in the area.  Four different tee markers allows for a fun round of golf for the novice and from the championship tee enough challenge to engage Read more...
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Jackson River

Headwaters in neighboring Highland County; prime fishing; stocked river; access points for public fishing; most popular just below Gathright Dam in the cold, high oxygen water and in Bath County at Hidden Valley; easy access; camping nearby; fly fisherman’s paradise in the portion surrounded by the George Washington/Jefferson National Forest Read more...
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23 Axe

There’s just something about axe throwing that can’t be beat! Whether you’re looking for a place to spend some quality family time, ‘throw off’ a little steam after a rough day of work, or celebrating a special occasion with friends, 23 Axe is the place to be. Walk-ins are welcome as well as advance reservations for your event. Our complex Read more...
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Twin Ridge Recreation Area at Philpott Lake

Twin Ridge Recreation Area is ideally located at the center of Philpott Lake, a 3000 acre lake with 100 miles of shoreline nestled among the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake’s clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy numerous recreational opportunities.  Twin Ridge is open year-round. It offers swimming, picnicking, Read more...
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Saltville Golf Course

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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Valkyrie Aerial Acrobatics

If you enjoy dance and music, you will want to check out Valkyrie Aerial Acrobatics! Learn how to fly through the air on silks, lyra, and hammocks with expert instructors with one of SoSi’s most unique experiences! 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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Hanging Rock Golf Club

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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Coopers Radio Control Raceway

Virginia’s oldest and fastest RC dirt oval! Cooper’s RC has been racing for almost 30 years! Read more...
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Big Cedar Creek Farm

Located just outside of Lebanon, the Big Cedar Creek Farm is an eight-acre POWWR (Public Opportunities for Wildlife-related Recreation) property which runs adjacent to Big Cedar Creek, a tributary of the Clinch River. The site is framed by large cedar trees and is underlain by unique geologic features. In addition to touching an approximately 3400 ft stretch of the creek Read more...
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McAfee Knob

McAfee Knob is one of the most photographed spots on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) as it winds its way through Virginia.  The Knob has an almost 270 degree panorama of the Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the West, Tinker Cliffs to the North and the Roanoke Valley to the East. It is a steady climb of around 1700′ in Read more...
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Poplar Gap Mini-Park

The Poplar Creek Mini-Park is home to the newest community center in the county. This facility was built by the Career and Technology Center of Buchanan County. The building was built by the school as means of the program and has been since returned to the community to enjoy. This facility can be reserved for all that the facility has Read more...
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Thunder Valley Family Entertainment Center

If you’re looking for something fun to do for the whole family, you’ll want to visit Thunder Valley! They offer both an indoor & outdoor go-kart track for adults and older kids and indoor “Kiddie karts” for the little ones.  There is also lazer tag, the recently refurbished 18 hole mini-golf course, batting cages, arcade games, an indoor bouncy house, and Thunder Read more...

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