Ryan’s Branch is located on the north side 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. Ryans Branch Recreation Area is in the Parks category for Franklin County in the state Read more...

If it’s the smell of campfires, the taste of outdoor cooking, the sounds of kids splashing in the pool, the feel of fish tugging on your line or the sight of kids roasting marshmallows, camping has plenty of old-fashioned fun to offer your family. Deer Run Campground welcomes families wishing to “rough it” in a tent as well as those Read more...

Besides the scenic views of Philpott Lake, The Jamison Mill Park Trail System has 6.25 miles of inter-connected loops for hikers and bicyclists.  from narrow, single track to wider fire-road is a 6 mile, moderate to strenuous, interconnecting multi-use trail for hikers and bicyclists. The backbone of the trail system consists of three main interconnecting loops, to which are connected Read more...