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Flag Rock Recreation Area

Flag Rock Recreation Area sits at 3,250 feet in elevation and is located three miles from downtown Norton on the lower slopes of High Knob. The park is most often associated with the “Flag Rock,” which can be seen from downtown as a rock outcrop capped with an American flag. The thousand-acre park includes 25 developed acres that offer spectacular 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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Green Pastures/Longdale Recreational Area

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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Smith Mountain Lake Farm Alpacas

The Best Farm Tours are found at Smith Mountain Lake Alpaca Farm!  An educational tour of 90 mins includes learning all about alpacas, feeding, hugging, and holding them!  These tours have been featured in several magazines, newspaper articles, and even on TV shows!  Come out and see why Alpacas of Smith Mountain Lake Farm is the Best Tour for your Read more...
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Miner’s Park

As the focal point of Big Stone Gap, Miner’s Park provides a delightful atmosphere to sit and reflect upon the town’s heritage. The coal miner statue, at its center, is dedicated to the citizens of the area. Summer events include concerts on the bricked terrace. Miners Park is located on the comer of East 5th Street and Wood Avenue. Read more...
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Virginia Creeper Trail Club

The Virginia Creeper Trail Club is a private nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to maintain, promote and preserve the Virginia Creeper Trail corridor and to help develop and conduct public education programs regarding the scenic and natural qualities of the Virginia Creeper Trail. Virginia’s finest rail-trail, the Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail, occupies the bed of what was once a Read more...
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Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve

Towering cliffs, sheer limestone ledges, and waterfalls are but a few of the spectacular features of this preserve. Located near the confluence of the Clinch River and Big Cedar Creek, the topography of Pinnacle NAP has been modified by the forces of weather, water, and time to create this dramatic landscape. Towering above Big Cedar Creek is an impressive rock Read more...
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Levisa Adventures

Levisa Adventures is a kayaking & tubing rental service that operates on the Levisa Fork River (Grundy, VA), the Russell Fork River (Haysi, VA), and the Pound River (Clintwood, VA). We offer guided & self-guided kayaking adventures, as well as self-guided tubing excursions.  Follow us on Facebook for up to date weather, and other announcements.  https://www.facebook.com/levisaadventures/   Read more...
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YMCA of Danville

The YMCA offers innovative ways to get more involved with the world around you. Along with a range of exciting activities designed to bring families together, the Y also gives you the opportunity to give back to your community through coaching, mentoring or any number of volunteer options. We encourage you to take full advantage of your membership and get Read more...
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Blue Springs Trout Fishing

We’re a brand new trout fishing stream in Rural Retreat, Virginia. We also offer lodging accommodations with restaurants just minutes away. We’re just ten miles off I 81 ext 60. Stream is stocked daily with trophy size trout; have about a mile of stream. Read more...
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Smith River Access – The Sports Complex

Henry County Parks and Recreation provides easy access for paddlers to the Smith River. This public river access point is located at the Smith River Sports Complex. In addition to the River Access, the Sports Complex has a variety of trails, playgrounds and other recreation opportunities. Paddlers should be aware that the entrance ramp is rustic and that water levels Read more...
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Cascades National Recreation Trail

This highly scenic, 4-mile round-trip trail meanders along a shaded mountain creek to a 66-foot waterfall within Jefferson National Forest. Hike is low to moderate difficulty. Picnicking area is at the beginning of the trail.  Native trout fishing available in the Little Stony Creek.  Accessible restrooms at the trailhead. Picnic area. Water hydrant for filling water bottles available in the recreation Read more...
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Mountain Lake Wilderness

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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The Dock at SML

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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Stony Fork Recreation Area

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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Textile Heritage Trail

The Textile Heritage Trail is part of the extensive Smith River Trail System, a network of multi-use trails, river access points and parks designed for a variety of outdoor adventures. The trail is a quarter of a mile long and features a boardwalk. Enjoy biking, hiking, fishing and river access while learning more about Martinsville-Henry County and the Smith River. The 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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Blue Ridge Parkway: Bedford

America’s most scenic drive extends 470 miles linking Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. Spectacular mountain vistas in all four seasons. Read more...
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Wildwood Park

City park with hiking trails and nature walks. Read more...
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Draper Valley Golf Club

Full scale 18 hole Public Golf Course and Residental Community. Driving range and restaurant on premises. Rated one of best values by Golf Digest. Beautiful Mountain Views and plush grounds. Read more...
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Appalachian Waters Float Fishing and Guide Service

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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Whitetop Yoga

At Whitetop Yoga we blend compassion and knowledge to create an environment that allows all people to discover the amazing power of yoga. We have created a little oasis in the heart of historic Abingdon to help you feel at peace, relax, and rejuvenate your mind and body. We offer:-Experienced and highly trained instructors devoted to you the practitioner -1000+ Read more...
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Greasy Creek Outfitters

Greasy Creek Outfitters is the New River Valley’s premier fishing guide service. We offer excellent smallmouth bass, walleye, muskie and striped bass fishing on the Upper New River and Claytor Lake, as well as walleye and striped bass angling. Member of the US Fishing Guide Association and fully insured. Our trips include everything but the clothes on your back and Read more...
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White Rocks

These cliffs once served as a landmark for early pioneers in Cumberland Gap National Park. Read more...
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Salthouse Branch Park at Philpott Lake

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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Ray Ray’s Golf

We are a dealer and fitter for the top brands in golf former ping fitter for the year regripping and reshafting services. Read more...
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Magnum Boating, Inc.

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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Dora Trail of Pulaski

The Dora Trail is the primary bicycle route and walking trail that connects the New River Trail to downtown Pulaski at the Pulaski Railway Station.  For folks wanting to start their New River Trail journey in downtown Pulaski, the Dora Trail at the Station is the place to begin.  Ample free parking, restroom facilities and a bicycle shop which provides Read more...
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Huckleberry Trail

The Huckleberry Trail has deep roots and a long history in providing transportation between Blacksburg and Christiansburg. It began as the Virginia Anthracite Coal and Rail Company in 1902 to transport coal, and soon extended to Blacksburg.  On September 15, 1904, the first passenger train rolled into Blacksburg. It was soon nicknamed “Huckleberry Crossing” because when the train would stall, passengers Read more...
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Red Fox Trail

This 1.5 mile historical trail is an interpretive hike back to 1892, when a massacre at the site left five people dead at what was dubbed “the killing rock.”  Open to hiking, biking, and equestrian, this trail is considered moderately intensive. Elevations range from 1860 to 2260 feet. From Pound VA:  Take Highway 23 north for 3.6 miles.  Turn left Read more...
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S Union Pocket Park

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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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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Sugar Hollow Park

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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Cardinal Bicycle Grandin

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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Hillcrest Lanes

20 hardwood lanes and snack bar. Great place for private parties and group social meetings. If you’re looking for a fun family activity, there’s nothing like bowling. Read more...
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Roanoke Mountain Adventures

Roanoke Mountain Adventures offers Guided Trips or Rentals and Shuttles for Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Cycling, Paddleboarding and other outdoor activities. Surrounded by mountains and National Forests, Roanoke, Virginia offers outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities. Get out in Roanoke with Roanoke Mountain Adventures. Reserve now at www.roanokemountainadventures or call 540-525-8295. Read more...

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