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Archery Range Park

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Nestled in wooded hills, Archery Range Park features a junior Olympic-sized pool and training pool. As well as public swimming, the pool offers programs such as children’s and adult swimming lessons, aquasize (water aerobics), and private pool party rentals. The facility is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 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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The Waterfront Golf & Country Club

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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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Mountain Heritage Loop

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Tazewell County is historically known for it’s deep connection to the coal industry, however, as you cross Walker Mountain the only thing you can focus on is Tazewell’s beautiful scenic views. White-tailed deer and wild turkey run free through the woodlands while bald eagles soar through the sky. Be sure to stop by Burke’s Garden on your way through the Read more...
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Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area

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Those seeking the outdoors will enjoy the tranquility of the 5,321 acres of Fairystone Farms Wildlife Management Area. 460 acres are located in northwestern Henry County. Area is nestled in the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge and features steep slopes and small areas of bottom land. The woodlands on the area are predominantly a mix of oak, hickory and Read more...
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Sandy River Equestrian Center

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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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Turkeycock Mountain Wildlife Management Area

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Lying along the ridge of Turkeycock Mountain northwest of Martinsville, the 2,679 acre Turkeycock Mountain Wildlife Management Area extends into both Henry and Franklin counties. There are several miles of rough gravel roads and numerous trails. The area is popular for horseback trail riding. Elevations in primarily forested area range from 1,100 to over 1,700 feet. A number of small Read more...
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Fisher Farm Park

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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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Long Island Park – Long Island

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Long Island Park is located along the beautiful Staunton River and is a short drive from historic Brookneal. This is a popular “put in” for boaters wishing to travel down river to Brookneal, and is also a popular “take out” for those floating down the river from Altavista. Visitors to Long Island Park may also enjoy viewing the native flora Read more...
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Grayson Gravel Traverse

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The Grayson Gravel Traverse is a 72-mile mixed-surface gravel bike route that connects the Virginia Creeper Trail and New River Trail over well-maintained and remote roads featuring a variety of challenging climbs. The route follows optimal west-east gravel corridors just south of the Grayson Highlands area, in the foothills of Virginia’s highest peaks, criss-crossing the creeks that carry water from the high mountains down 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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Hanging Rock Golf Club

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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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Blue Ridge Discovery Center

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Blue Ridge Discovery Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring, discovering, and sharing the natural history of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Read more...
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Grassy Hill Natural Area Preserve

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Grassy Hill is a prominent landmark on the west side of the Town of Rocky Mount. The site is characterized by rocky slopes forested with hardwood species and scattered patches of Virginia pine. Shallow, basic, heavy-clay soils predominate and outcrops of magnesium-rich bedrock are common. These unusual soil and rock substrates provide habitat for rare woodland communities. Several rare plants Read more...
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Birding & Wildlife Trail: Philpott Lake Dam and Overlook

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Experience wild and scenic beauty of Virginia’s Birding & Wildlife Trail. One of the best spots in western Virginia for brown-headed nuthatch, scurrying around in treetops. Pine warbler and yellow-throated warbler also easy to find. Other species are blue jay, Carolina chickadee, tufted titmouse, white-breasted nuthatch, Carolina wren, cedar waxwing, red-eyed vireo, chipping sparrow, and American goldfinch. Barn swallows nest Read more...
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Beaver Dam Creek Birding and Wildlife Trail

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This trail is a part of the statewide Birding and Wildlife Trail system of the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Southwest Virginia is a part of the Mountain Area which includes 34 trail loops with 340 sites. Carroll County has four trails within the Blue Ridge Highlands Loop. This trail is also a part of the Mountain Warbler Read more...
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Allegheny Trailhead

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Twelve miles of the Allegheny Trail pass through the James River Ranger District. The Allegheny Trailhead provides an excellent access point for hikers headed for the Laurel Run Trailhead, 15 miles to the north on the Monongahela National Forest. This long distance trail crosses and follows the Eastern Continental Divide in the rugged Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia and Virginia. Read more...
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Breaks Interstate Park Whitewater Season

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Those who enjoy rafting and kayaking on the Russell Fork River look forward to this time each year as they prepare to tackle world class whitewater. Each Saturday and Sunday during the first four full weekends in October, water is released from the John Flannagan Dam and Reservoir, creating Class Five plus rapids on the Russell Fork through the Breaks Read more...
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Rocky Mount Bowling Center

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For a fun filled day or evening bring the family and enjoy our bowling center. Read more...
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Sugar Hollow Park

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400 acre park featuring three softball fields, five soccer fields, 100 picnic sites, six picnic shelters, 75 campsites, and the Waldo Miles pavilion and pool. Read more...
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Magnum Boating, Inc.

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Magnum Boating is a full service marina and dealership for Chaparral, MasterCraft, Harris and South Bay Pontoons. We offer watercraft service and rentals, gas, ang slip rentals. We sell new and previously enjoyed boats and we are the Chaparral Boat Dealer, South Bay Pontoon, and Mastercraft Boat dealer on Beautiful Smith Mountain Lake! We also have previously enjoyed boats for Read more...
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Alleghany Highlands Trails

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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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I.C. Dehart Park

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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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Hollywood Cinema

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The Hollywood Cinema, atop of Hollywood Mountain offers a wonderful movie experience for the entire family. Hollywood Cinema offers the latest releases and 3D movies as well. Our theatres are clean and comfortable, plus getting here is half the fun! Quality concessions and money-saving combos are available for you pleasure.  Be sure to call the movie line for the most Read more...
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Flatwoods Recreational Area in Coeburn

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Recreational area with picnic shelters equipped with electricity, water and grills surrounded by a beautiful mountain setting in Coeburn. To see fees and/or to reserve facilities please see the website below. Read more...
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Jawbone Trail

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The Jawbone trail covers a vast 10,000 acres and has 4 overlooks. This trail is unique in that it allows 4 wheel drive vehicles that are street legal in addition to ATV’s, UTV’s, side by side, dirt bikes, and is well suited for dual sport bikes. The trail consist mainly of gravel roads and about 30 % of the system Read more...
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Smart View Recreational Area

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Smart View Recreational Area offers several hiking trails and picnic areas. Located along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Smart View also offers excellent views of the Virginia Piedmont. Various trails meander through moist deciduous woodlands, hardwood forests, and open fields. This site is great place to bird during spring migration, but summer also is productive with breeders such as hooded, Kentucky, Read more...
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Eastern National Children’s Forest

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The Eastern National Children’s Forest is a unique site offering an easy hike for children and others who want an outdoor experience without an arduous and challenging hike. In 1971 a wildfire burned 1,176 acres on Potts Mountain which is about 22 miles south of the City of Covington. In 1972, over 1,000 children converged on the site from surrounding Read more...
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Wythe Raceway

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Wythe Raceway has been voted the drivers and fans favorite dirt race track. Located conveniently on I-81 at Exit 60 in Rural Retreat just 10 minutes from junction of I-77 and I-81. Weekly classes include dirt late model, open wheel mods, super streets and pro minis. 1000’s of fans experience the excitement every week. Check out our website for the Read more...
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Appalachian Waters Float Fishing and Guide Service

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Appalachian Waters provides guided float trips on the New River, the James River, the Jackson River Tailwater, and the South Holston River Tailwater. Trips can be tailored to your interests; fly fishing, spin fishing, sight-seeing, wildlife photography, fall foliage, etc. Maybe you would just enjoy doing nothing at all while you float lazily along down an ancient river. We can Read more...
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Stony Fork Recreation Area

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A part of and just off the Big Walker National Scenic Byway, this is a recreation area of the Jefferson National Forest. Stony Fork creek runs through the campground, providing recreation such as fishing and wading. A nature trail is located in the area, as is the Seven Sisters hiking trail. The campground has single and double units. Scenic overlooks Read more...
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Martinsville-Henry County YMCA

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Welcome to an all inclusive membership! You have access to water & regular aerobics ranging from tabata to cycling, tai chi, marital arts, boxing, synergy/boot camp classes, the track, weight room, wellness center, sauna & steam room, gym & more! Read more...
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Spearhead Trails – Coal Canyon Trail System

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Open canyons descend into patches of woods and fields where elk, deer and other wildllife can be spotted in their natural habitat. The unique expanse of Coal Canyon gives riders a totally different experience, with 127 miles of trail and mountain vistas, along with ATV playgrounds. The trail connects to the ATV-friendly town of Grundy and provides a sense of Read more...
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Green Pastures/Longdale Recreational Area

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In the 1930’s the Clifton Forge Chapter of the NAACP requested that the Forest Service construct a recreation area for use by the African Americans in the area. During this era, segregation in America was the norm, and African Americans were prevented from using forest facilities. The plans were approved in 1936 and construction of the recreation area began in Read more...
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Esembee Adventure Company, Saint Paul

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Outdoor rentals located on the Clinch River. From side-by-side ATVs and kayaks to fishing poles, we have everything you need for an outdoor adventure. Day Pass ​At Esembee Adventure Company, you can utilize an array of recreational equipment on a first come first serve basis with a day pass. Bring the whole family and spend a fun filled day with all 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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