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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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Kimberling Creek Wilderness

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Kimberling Creek Wilderness contains 5,542 acres. Elevations range from 2,282 feet at its lowest point on Kimberling Creek to 3,200 feet on Hogback Mountain. Vegetation is comprised of mixed hardwoods with white pine and yellow pine scattered throughout. The understory consists mostly of dogwood, sourwood, red maple, mountain laurel and rhododendron. Wildlife is found throughout the area and consists mostly Read more...
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Runnett Bag Park at Philpott Lake

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Runnet Bag Recreation Park is located in Franklin County, with an elevation of 994 feet, or 303 meters above sea level. This Park is also known as Rennet Bag Recreation Area. Runnet Bag Park is  near Ryan’s Branch Park and Union Bridge located in Patrick County. Amenities: Boat Ramp Parking Area 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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Appalachian Wonders Loop

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If you’re visiting Wise County and want to venture through the beautiful Jefferson National Forest, then the Appalachian Wonders Loop is a great place to start. Located within the Cumberland Plateau, this trail is home to 24 species of breeding warblers, 4 species of thrushes, a diverse selection of flora, salamanders, insects, and mammals, including foxes and black bears. This 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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NEW RIVER TRIPS- fishing guide

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New River Trips offers 4 and 6 hour fishing trips on the New river near Galax,  Hillsville,  Independence and Whytheville. Trips start at $220. Smallmouth bass are mainly caught.  Newrivertrips.com.  newrivertrips@gmail.com.   Read more...
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Smith Mountain Lake Comunity Park Trail

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Smith Mountain Lake Community Park Trail offers 1.7 miles of hiking trails. The park is open year-round from dawn to dusk it also offers a partly-covered handicap accessible fishing pier with seating. This hiking trail is rated “Easy” and welcomes hikes of all skill levels. The trail offers one-of-a-kind views of Smith Mountain Lake.         Read more...
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Bedford Disc Golf

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Bedforddiscgolf is your resource for all disc golf courses designed, built and maintained by Bedford County Parks & Recreation. Currently we have 5 County owned Parks with disc golf courses available to play free of charge to the public. Falling Creek Park in Bedford, Va. Moneta Park in Moneta Va. Beale’s Treasure Disc Golf Course at Montvale Park. Independence Park) in 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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Jagged Edge

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The Jagged Edge is a driving route located in Southwest Virginia. With its winding back roads and Blue Ridge Mountain splendor, Southwest Virginia offers motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts a memorable riding experience full of amazing views and undulating blacktop. The Lodge at Primland is centrally located to the 268-mile Jagged Edge, which is reputed to be the region’s premier Read more...
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Thunder Valley Family Entertainment Center

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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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Andrews River Outfitters, LLC

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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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Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area

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The management area gains its name from the Chickahominy River which forms the area’s eastern boundary. To the south, Morris Creek flows through the area and then along its southern boundary. Other smaller tidal creeks and marshy guts cut into the forests to provide additional wetland diversity. The upland, though mainly wooded with mixed hardwood and pine stands, also features 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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Patrick Springs Park

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Patrick Springs Park is a local park with a walking trail, baseball field, and picnic shelters. This park is a family-friendly park set up with a playground and other area attractions. Patrick Springs Park is located near, Elizabeth’s Pizza, Noonies Grill, and woodland Salon & Day Spa to name a few. If you need a break and somewhere to run 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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Lover’s Leap Scenic Overlook

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Lover’s Leap Scenic Overlook is the grandest of several long-range views along your journey through Patrick County. In the 1600’s, white settlers started arriving to the area and began clearing land to farm. Conflict arose between the Native Americans and the settlers. Legend has it that the son of a settler saw the twinkle in the eyes of the Chief’s daughter, Morning Flower, Read more...
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Philpott Marina

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Philpott Marina – Now Open! Boat launch site at Ramp #1 as well as the group camping site, with full hook-ups, are open and available for use now. The marina is located on Philpott Lake, a 3000 acre lake with 100 miles of shoreline nestled among the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Visitors to the lake can enjoy Read more...
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Hidden Valley Lake Wildlife Management Area

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6,400 acres in Washington County. Bear, Deer, turkey, squirrel and more for all the hunting.  Bring your fishing pole to this great spot. Hike to the top of the overlook. Read more...
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Infinity Acres Petting Ranch

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CALL NOW TO RESERVE!! ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS!! (Better than any petting zoo) CAMP AT THE ZOO!! ANIMAL ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP!! COME & MEET THE FRIENDLY & UNUSUAL ANIMALS OF INFINITY ACRES RANCH!!!  EASY TO RESERVE YOUR SPECIAL ANIMAL ENCOUNTER!! JUST CALL 276-358-2378 Ready to camp??? BOOK HERE!   https://www.hipcamp.com/virginia/infinity-acres-ranch/infinity-acres-petting-ranch Walk a LLAMA!  Selfies with the CAMEL! Baby Bottles to the KANGAROO OR Read more...
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Nottoway Falls

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Aprox 5 miles North of Victoria on Hwy 49 is the Nottoway falls located on the Nottoway River. A man made fishing reservoir/lake and water supply for the Town of Victoria. On the east side of the dam under the bridge are foot paths along the river that take you to natural falls. Large beautiful rock structures, natural water falls Read more...
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High Knob Recreation Area

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At an elevation of 3,800 feet, High Knob Recreation Area is the highest campground in the Clinch Ranger District of the Jefferson National Forest. The main attraction at the site is High Knob Lake, a 4 acre cold water lake with a 300 ft. sand swimming beach. A small amphitheater is located on a hillside behind the beach house. The Read more...
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Lake Gaston

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Lake Gaston is a vacation home dream!  Located on the border of Virginia and North Carolina, Lake Gaston is roughly 35 miles long and covers over 20,000 acres with 350 miles  of shoreline. Lake Gaston has long been popular for fishing and other water recreation including activities such as boating, swimming, water skiing and wakeboarding.  In Virginia, visitors can gain access Read more...
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Twin River Raceway

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Owners of purpose-built, small-tire drag cars tout Twin River Raceway as one of the realest tracks still around. It’s a throwback to old-school strips that separate fast drivers from slow ones with big wallets. It’s drag racing the way it was always meant to be. Read more...
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Webster Marine Center

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Webster Marine Center has been at SML for 25 years. We have SEA-DOO, Formula, Monterey, Bay Stealth Center Console, Correct Craft, Godfrey Pontoons (Sanpan,Aqua Patio, Sweetwater), Hurricane Deck Boats, Bennington Pontoons, Mercury & Yamaha Motors. “Service is our Best Asset” Since its beginning in 1977, Webster Marine has been a family owned and operated full service marine center on Smith Read more...
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Ringgold Golf Course

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Beautiful rolling hills decorate this 27-hole, public golf course just east of Danville. On the 18-hole course, par is 72; for the 9-hole course, par is 35. This club has an eighteen hole regulation course and a nine hole regulation course. The Red/White Course is the older design. The Blue Course is used mainly by beginners, but both courses were 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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North Fork of Pound Reservoir

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Built in 1966 as authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1960, the 154 acre lake is used for fishing, boating, camping, picnicing, hiking, and municipal water supply. Picnic area overlooks reservoir and is complete with restroom facility. The reservoir is managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, but most of the developed recreation sites are managed by the Read more...
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Piedmont Scenic Overlook

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Travelers on the Blue Ridge Parkway will enjoy some of the 30 miles of scenery along this stretch within Carroll County, Virginia. The county offers an easy access to the parkway at Fancy Gap from I-77 (Exit 8). Travelers on the parkway may wish to travel south from Fancy Gap to Milepost 203.8 for an elevated perspective (2,980 ft)of the Carolina Piedmont Read more...
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Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area

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Nationally known for hosting bird dog field trials, the Dick Cross Wildlife Management Area is also a major wintering area for waterfowl, popular dove hunting area, and home to a diverse resident upland wildlife population. This area is named for former Executive Director of the Game Department, wildlife biologist, field trial judge and Virginia gentleman � Dick Cross. Located in Read more...
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Fieldale Walking Trail

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The Fieldale Walking Trail is a 2.4 miles long as can be accessed midway at the Fieldale Trailhead or from the Textile Heritage Trail near Fieldale Park. This trail is part of the Smith River Trails system composed of boating access points, parks, and multiuse trails being developed to create opportunities for people to enjoy and learn more about the Read more...
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Appalachian Trail – Botetourt County

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The country’s premier hiking trail passes right through Botetourt on its way from Georgia to Maine. The Appalachian Trail enters southwestern Botetourt on Tinker Mountain around mile 713, then crosses the valley at Daleville before heading into the Blue Ridge Mountains on its northeastern route. The Appalachian Trail has several access points in Botetourt. One of the easiest accesses is Read more...
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Green Hill Park Equestrian Center

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Green Hill Equestrian Park is a public facility owned by Roanoke County and operated by a private Board of Directors exclusively for the equine enthusiast. The facility is open year round for members with 3 show rings and a cross country course offering opportunities for all disciplines. The park is available for rent for horse shows and related events. Read more...
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Clift Street Mini-Playground

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Have you been planning a special day out for family or with friends? There’s no time like the present. Set up a date to have that long overdue picnic at Clift Street Mini-Playground. Our picnic area is a perfect place to hold your next birthday party or family reunion. There are lots of amenities to make your visit very pleasant. Read more...
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Salthouse Branch Park at Philpott Lake

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Salthouse Branch Park is located on the shores of Philpott Lake nestled in the rugged foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Philpott Lake boasts a 3,000 acre reservoir that features 100 miles of shoreline. Philpott Lake’s clear water and natural shoreline make it a unique place for visitors to enjoy a multitude of activities Salthouse Branch Park offers outdoor adventure Read more...

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