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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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Deer Island Park at Philpott Lake

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Deer Island Park is located  in the middle of Philpott Lake and is ONLY ACCESSIBLE BY BOAT.  Campers must obtain a permit from the gatehouse at Salthouse Branch or Bowens Creek. During the off season (November 1st to March 31st) permits may be obtained at honor vaults located at Ramp 1 and Goose Point Entrance. Nestled in the rugged foothills Read more...
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Seven Sisters Trail

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The length of Seven Sisters Trail is 4.8 miles located on Little Walker Mountain in Wythe County. The trail terminates inside of Stony Fork Campground. Trail users must park outside the Campground (fee area) and access the trail from Stony Fork Nature Trail (located within the campground) or use the parking lot at the east end of the trail. Seven Read more...
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Sweet Mountain Ways

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As you travel through these beautiful mountains that can be sun-drenched with myriad colors or rain-glistened and bathing in blue, you will discover the most amazing experiences you cannot find anywhere else. Outdoor adventure guides will assist with your exploration of various locations in Southwest Virginia. In addition to providing an immersion of the area’s physical beauty and wildlife, the welcoming and engaging hospitality Read more...
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The Cascades golf course at The Omni Homestead

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Regarded as one of the finest mountain courses in the country, The Cascades offers challenging links set against the backdrop of Virginia’s breathtaking Allegheny Mountains. Sam Snead launched his career on this fabled Virginia mountain golf course, which has the honor of being ranked among “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest. Designed by legendary course architect William Read more...
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Back of the Dragon

Tazewell County is home of the “famed” Back of the Dragon”, Virginia’s only designated motorcycle route and the premier riding road on the East Coast boosting thirty-two miles and over three hundred curves.  Ideal for sports cars or motorcycles,  road crosses three mountain ranges and offers knee dragging fun, switchbacks, slaloms, hairpins, limited access and spectacular views.     Read more...
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Lovill’s Creek Lake Recreation Area

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Carroll County owns this 55 acre flood control lake and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries maintains a public boat ramp. The lake is stocked with large mouth bass, blue gill, sunfish, and channel catfish. Bank fishing and small electric motorboats are permitted. Also offered are handicap accessible barrier free boating and fishing opportunities. Boat access, pier fishing, Read more...
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The Pro Shop at Danville Golf Club

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The DGC Pro Shop is stocked with Titleist golf balls, gloves and accessories, as well as Footjoy, Turtleson, Oxford and Kate Lord apparel for men and women. We are always accommodating of special orders and gift certificates and are constantly updating our shop inventory. Read more...
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Hungry Mother State Park

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Long a family favorite and known for its beautiful woodlands and placid 108-acre lake in the heart of the mountains, Hungry Mother has a sandy beach with bathhouse, boats and boat launch, universally accessible fishing pier, campgrounds, cabins, a fantastic restaurant, gift shops, a visitor center, a six-bedroom lodge that sleeps 15, and hiking and biking trails. Hungry Mother is also Read more...
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Douthat State Park

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A traditional family park for more than 70 years, Douthat is listed on the National Register of Historic Places because its design influenced the development of parks nationwide. Amid some of Virginia’s most breathtaking mountain scenery, visitors enjoy miles of stream fishing, a 50-acre lake stocked with trout, a sandy swimming beach with a snack bar, boat and bicycle rentals, Read more...
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Poplar Gap Park

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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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Paddling the Waterways of Halifax County

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Halifax County provides a tremendous variety of paddling options; each of its four rivers has a distinctive character, and its two lakes and several creeks provide further unique trips. Check our paddling site to find detailed river charts showing mileages, important physical features, and historical facts on the rivers Dan, Banister, and Staunton. Also, suggested trips to take along with Read more...
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Devils Den Nature Preserve

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241-acre wildlife sanctuary with a picnic shelter and restrooms.  There is an easy nature walk along an extensive meadow and wildflower section with 2 Overlooks and a set of tubular bells to enjoy. The 1.5-mile Good Spur Loop Trail is moderately strenuous, has kid friendly nature signs along the way, and there is a large rock formation at the bottom of the loop. This community resource is Read more...
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Reba Farm Inn/Saddle Soar Equitainment

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Reba Farm Inn/Saddle Soar Equitainment located in Bedford County, 15 mins from the Blue Ridge Parkway offers real horseback riding for the very experienced or the tenderfoot. Ride throughout the mountains and countryside atop a 1000 lbs animal for the experience of a lifetime. Offering clinics, moonlight rides, Family Rides; 2- hrs Adult Trail Rides; Overnight Camping/Trail Rides (dinner & Read more...
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Smith River Access – South Martinsville

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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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Ole Monterey Golf Course

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18 holes, par 72, public.Yardage/Rating/Slope:Championship tees – 6,779, 71.6, 116;regular tees – 6,168, 69.7, 112. Read more...
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Mountain Top Recreation Park

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This community park features a baseball field, concession stand, restrooms, three different playgrounds, two tennis courts, a basketball court, horseshoe pitching area, picnic shelter, paved walking path, and one of the Trail H.A.N.D.S. sculptures.  Read more...
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Virginia Highlands Horse Trail

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Located in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail is a 68-mile trail between Elk Garden and VA Rt. 94. It features mountainous terrain, valley views and valley crossings. The trail includes parking and primitive camping for those who trailer horses. Read more...
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Gap Caverns in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

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Explore a hidden world found underground- inside the mountains! It is a world of darkness, with fantastic dripstone formations and strange animals who have adapted to the cave environment. There are no entrance fees at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. There are fees for camping, guided tours, and other amenities in the park. Gap Cave Tours: Join park rangers on Read more...
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Cliffview Trading Post

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Right on the New River Trail State Park along the second oldest river in the world and one of the few flowing north, Cliffview Trading Post offers everything you need for a relaxing horseback ride on the trail (all equipment furnished including horses). Open for more than 14 years Cliffview Trading Post offers 1 or 2 hour guided horseback rides Read more...
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Randolph Water Park

Evelyn Alexander Water Park – A modern, handicap accessible water park with slides, fountains and a lap pool. * 8 Lane Lap Pool * Walk in access to water * Heated Water * 38 ft. long Water Slide * Spray Toys and Water Drops * Water Basketball * Shaded swimming and sitting area in the shallow end of the pool Read more...
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Zip Tours

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The Ridge Runner Zip Tour is an experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding Allegheny Mountains. This adventure spans three hours as you soar through the treetops on eight zip lines then ends at the Mountain Lodge. The Ridge Runner Zip TourAt the top of the ski area, guests will proceed to the first of nine stations which crisscross through the Read more...
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Cardinal Bicycle Orange Ave.

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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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THREE RIDGES TOURING LLC

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At THREE RIDGES TOURING, we deliver the ultimate outdoor experience created specifically to your skills and needs.  Our main goal is for each and every client to have the best outdoor  experience possible.  Based in beautiful Nelson County, Virginia, THREE RIDGES TOURING provides private, guided tours in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. We offer unique hiking, trail running, mountain biking, Read more...
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Lake Moomaw

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Lake Moomaw was named in memory of Benjamin Moomaw whose efforts succeeded in bringing the lake to the Allegheny Highlands.  Lake Moomaw is among the most popular developed recreation areas in the George Washington National Forest and provide an endless array of activities including boating, fishing, hiking, biking and camping.  Lake Moomaw is renowned for its excellent fishing yielding citation size Read more...
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Spearhead Trails

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Thunderstruck Trail consists of non-motorized trails for hiking and equestrian enthusiasts situated in the High Knob area near Norton. The breathtaking views and diverse wildlife make Thunderstruck a must see on your trail list! This trail system is one of the top places for bird watching and equestrians of any level. A Non-Motorized Spearhead permit is required for this trail Read more...
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Mountain Lake Wilderness

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This 11,113-acre wilderness is the largest in the Jefferson National Forest. It consists of a highland plateau which sits squarely on the eastern continental divide. It features stands of virgin spruce and hemlock, a mountain bog and war spur overlook which provide exceptional views of most of the wilderness. Outstanding opportunities for primitive camping and other recreation are available. 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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Roanoke River Blueway

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The Roanoke River Blueway is currently accessible at 17 local, state, federal, and private river access points. Amenities available at each Blueway access generally include parking, trash receptacle, and information kiosk, with some access points having additional amenities such as canoe/kayak ramps, restrooms, picnic shelters, and multi-use trails. One location, Green Hill Park, will have a handicap accessible fishing pier, Read more...
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Whitetop Mountain

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Whitetop Mountain is the second-highest mountain in Virginia. The highest navigable road in Virginia leads to its summit. A hiking trail starts at Elk Garden on Virginia 600. The summit provides panoramic views of three states. Read more...
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White Oaks Preserve – A Great Hunt!

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White Oaks Preserve offers premier hunting experiences for quail, chukar, pheasant, deer, and turkey. You will be the only guests on the preserve for the duration of your stay. Excellent service and total privacy makes White Oaks ideal for families, corporate retreats, and other small groups. Young hunters are welcome and we are committed to making your child’s experience special. Read more...
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Blue Blaze Bike and Shuttle Service

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Blue Blaze Shuttle Service provides shuttles services and mountain bike rentals for the Virginia Creeper Trail and other area trails. The original bike and shuttle service in our area, the Blue Blaze can carry up to 50 participants at a time. The Blue Blaze operates by reservation and schedule. Read more...
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S Union Pocket Park

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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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Mt. Rogers Scenic Byway

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Enjoy a variety of scenic curves and interesting changes in the terrain as you follow either of the two sections of this byway. The first section begins at Troutdale, VA. You will drive west for 13.2 miles over Virginia Route 603 to Konnarock. VA. You will traverse the heart of the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Highway 603 is a Read more...
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Jackson River Scenic Trail

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The Jackson River Scenic Trail follows its namesake river. The trail follows an old railroad bed of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway (Hot Springs Branch) and passes through small communities, cultivated fields, and small patches of woodland along the way. It’s common to see wildlife from the trail (birds, turtles, raccoons, rabbits, ground hogs, and deer). With a trailhead located 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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