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Tuscarora Country Club

Tuscarora Country Club was established in 1957 and has been a key part of the community ever since. Men, women, juniors and seniors have been able to enjoy the family atmosphere and all the amenities through the years. An 18 hole Gene Hamm designed golf course, practice facility, Junior Olympic swimming pool, tennis courts, workout facility, fishing ponds and banquet 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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Virginia Creeper Fly Shop

Fly Fishing specialty shop with nationally known brands of rods, reels, waders and fishing apparel. Guide services and instructions are available. Read more...
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Alberta School Park Trail

Alberta School Park Trail conveniently begins in Downtown Alberta and takes you to the old Alberta School Park. It is a beautiful trail lined with many flowers, benches, and shaded areas. If your pleasure is; a casual stroll, biking or hiking you are sure to enjoy the peaceful tranquility of this beautiful trail and all that nature has to offer. Read more...
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Blue Ridge Parkway: Patrick County

Patrick County is a hidden destination along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Stop off in Meadows of Dan and enjoy the wineries Stanburn and Villa Appalaccia, outdoor adventures, historical sites like Reynolds Homestead and Jacks Creek Covered Bridge, artisan shopping, famous festivals like Floydfest and Front Porch Fest, Primland Resort, Fairy Stone State Park, and much much more!   Drive Virginia’s 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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Roanoke Outside Foundation

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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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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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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Frances Hurt Park

Frances Hurt was a community leader and author of plays about Pittsylvania County. The park includes a picnic shelter, child playground, a restored tobacco barn, and walking trail that leads to a bridge connecting the park to the Chatham Fire Station. There are two interpretative signs: one describes the area’s tobacco heritage; the other gives a view of the origins Read more...
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Galax Municipal Golf Course

This 9-hole, 65 acre facility is located at 107 Country Club Lane and is open to the public. Twenty gas-powered golf carts are available for use. Our facility also has a large banquet room that may be rented for that perfect wedding reception, anniversary party, holiday gathering or family get-together. Whatever you need, the Galax Municipal golf course and banquet Read more...
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Alleghany Highlands Trails

The scenic Allegheny Mountains of Virginia offer spectacular views, pristine wilderness and miles and miles of peaceful trails to explore. If you’re ready for some hiking on peaceful wooded trails with mountain views, you’ll find plenty of options in the Alleghany Highlands.  If you prefer to explore the mountains on two wheels, our region is famous for having some of Read more...
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Alpaca Farm Tours: Smith Mountain Lake Farm

The Best Alpaca Farm Tour!  Designed by professional educator, the 90 min guided tour at Smith Mountain lake Farm is  an educational, and interactive tour for everybody!  All ages enjoy this informative and engaging opportunity to learn “everything alpaca!” Home to over 65 alpacas from prizes bloodlines, the fiber from our farm can be found in Pendleton blankets, scarves, and Read more...
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Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve

Widely recognized as one of Virginia’s greatest natural heritage treasures, Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve is a place like no other. Enjoy a half-mile hike up the scenic monadnock. Enjoy panoramic views of 50 miles on a clear day. Buffalo Mountain, named for its shape, boasts many rare plant and animal occurrences. The combination of high-elevation (3,971 feet), wind-exposed openings Read more...
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The Waterfront Golf & Country Club

Come. Enter a private community where nature’s scenery provides an ever changing setting for luxurious living. Escape to The Waterfront and leave work and worries behind in a most beautiful and relaxing way. Smith Mountain Lake offers 22,000 acres of crystal blue water. From the white morning mist to the gold and diamonds of spectacular sunsets, the water becomes more Read more...
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Trestle and Tailrace Fly fishing Guide

A professional fly fishing guide and instruction service. Walk in trips in highland trout streams and nationally known Watauga and Holston tailwaters. Fly Fishing drift trips on the Holston for Trout, and drift trips on the Watauga and Holston for smallmouth bass. Certified casting instructor on staff for fly casting lessons. Beginner introductory guided trip which covers all the basics Read more...
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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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Buffalo Mountain Disc Golf

Come visit and play at our PDGA sanctioned disc golf course. Each hole has 2 tee pads and 2 baskets giving great play for amateurs and professionals! Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this course challenges with elevation, water and beautiful views. Sign up for a tee time at www.buffalomountaindiscgolf.com. Read more...
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Winter Sports at The Omni Homestead

Winter, when the Allegheny Mountains are blanketed in white, is the perfect time to embark on snowy getaway to The Omni Homestead Resort. With skiing, snowboarding, tubing, mini snowmobiles, ice skating and a host of other activities, there are lots of ways to enjoy the winter season. The Omni Homestead offers a comfortable, relaxed and uncrowded area ideal for beginners. Read more...
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Collinsville Jaycee Park

Jaycee Park is located on 27 mostly wooded acres on Parkwood Court in Collinsville. There is a 1 1/4 mile hiking trail in the park where hikers have the opportunity to view a variety of wildlife. While the park is located in a neighborhood, it has the feeling of being in a remote wooded location. There is a new dinosaur Read more...
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Indian Draft – Jackson River

Indian Draft is a river access point along the Jackson and a potential put out point if floating down from Gathright Dam. The rapids at Indian Draft, although not large enough to cause any real danger, add a little excitement to the float down from Gathright Dam. Travelers pass through a corridor flanked by sycamores on both sides and a Read more...
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No Limits Skydiving

No Limits Skydiving wants to take you on the ultimate adventure. Feel the wind on your face as you exit the plane attached to a United States Parachute Association certified tandem instructor. Let us introduce you to the wonderful world of skydiving. No Limits Skydiving is centrally located between Richmond, Roanoke, and Raleigh, NC. Please take a look at our Read more...
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White Oaks Preserve – A Great Hunt!

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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Lake Phoenix Paintball

Check out website Lake-Phoenix.com for the latest information.  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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Orchard Gap on the Blue Ridge Parkway

There are many unique and interesting things to see along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Carroll County. In addition to overlooks and historic and scenic waysides, are geological aspects of the landscape. The Orchard Gap location presents the visitor with an interesting panorama of a “mountain gap.” One usually associates a mountain with a narrow, deep pass through the mountains. Here in the Read more...
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Town of Pulaski Skate Park

Located at 99 1st Street Northeast, this park features a newly constructed skate park, basketball courts, scenic views along Peak Creek, and a restored walking bridge—renovated by Friends of Peak Creek—that connects directly to the growing Main Street district. 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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Fields Edge Farm

Fields Edge Farm is a family farm located along the scenic Rush Fork Road in Floyd County VA. This country road is a destination for cyclists and gives the visitor a glimpse of the verdant beauty of Floyd’s farmlands. This land has been farmed by the Slusher family since 1890, and before that there is evidence that indigenous people had an Read more...
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Blue Ridge Park

The 35-acre Blue Ridge Park features two ball diamonds with two-story press boxes, a soccer field, two basketball courts, two tennis courts, concessions, restrooms, two picnic shelters, two children’s playgrounds and a 3/4-mile natural surface walking trail. 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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Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures

Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures, located in western Grayson County, offers guided horseback riding trips in Mt. Rogers, Virginia’s highest peak, as well as Pine Mountain.    Experience the limitless beauty of the Grayson County’s mountains, with 365 degree views, or the awesome Wild Ponies of Grayson Highlands. If you love horses, mountain views, adventure, peace and serenity, you will love Read more...
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Spearhead Dickenson County Archery Range

Outdoor Archery at its finest!     Bring out the little ones to try our Youth Archery Field. Want to test your skills against other shooters? This tournament setup has it all. Our Archery Shooters Association (ASA) range has 25 new McKenzie 3D targets set against a realistic background with great shooting lanes and each target is reset before the next Read more...
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Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park

Lake Sugar Tree Motorsport Park has been a Southern Virginia motorcycle and ATV tradition for over thirty years. The track was the first motorcross facility east of the Mississippi. The track now hosts a number of events throughout the year that appeal to riders and fans of all ages. In 2005, a stadium-style supercross track was designed and built. Electric Read more...
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Greenbelt Walking and Bike Trail

The charming, well lit Greenbelt Trail surrounds the town, following the Powell River, and can be accessed from many points around Big Stone Gap, including Bullitt Park. This enchanted path offers leisure walking and biking for nearly 3 miles with opportunities to find whimsical carvings and watch birds and wildlife year round. Also lights up during The holidays for the Read more...
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Smith River Trout Fishing

Henry County’s Smith River is well known to the seasoned angler for its Brown Trout. The history of Brown Trout in the river dates to the mid-1950s when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built the Philpott Dam and Reservoir. The cooler waters downstream proved ideal for the species and by the 1970s.The Smith River was proclaimed one of the Read more...

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