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VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS
Roanoke River—Roanoke
ADVENTURE
Head to the East Coast Mountain Biking Capital to become a
#Trailsetter in Virginia’s Blue Ridge! Outdoor lovers will enjoy
over 1,000 trail miles of mountain biking and hiking, plus
blueways and water trails for paddling, kayaking and canoeing.
While you’re in the area, pop over to recently expanded
Explore Park for camping in yurts and pod cabins, and don’t
miss a chance to soar through the trees on the new Treetop
Quest aerial adventure course with zip-lines.
TREK
Take a hike to one of the healthiest, most biologically diverse
forests in the world in Virginia’s Western Highlands. A stark
contrast to one of the region’s many greenways, National Forest
land features sightings of wildlife, such as black bears, bobcats,
brook trout and songbirds, as well as rare and unusual plants.
Trails throughout the Alleghany Highlands and the counties
of Bath, Craig and Highland offer insights to the region’s rich
heritage, gorgeous landscapes and friendly communities. You
can even access the famed Appalachian Trail!
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Dody Ridge Mountain Bike Trail—Roanoke
The VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS region connects small towns and vibrant cities through scenic drives in the western reaches of the
state. With breathtaking views and a wealth of fresh air adventures, this outdoor mecca invites you to explore and enjoy before
kicking back to enjoy your favorite locally crafted beverage.
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QUENCH FISH
Concerts by Canoe—Henry
SPLASH
Taste-test delicious craft
brews at Explore Park’s
historic Brugh Tavern,
where Twin Creeks Brewing
recently opened their
second location. A few hops
away is Beale’s in Bedford,
Chaos Mountain Brewing in
Callaway and Hammer and
Forge in Boones Mill. Prefer
a more urban experience?
Try Three Notch'd in
downtown Roanoke, which
is also family-friendly;
Deschutes Tasting Room
for a variety of flavors; or
Big Lick Brewing, where
your pups can enjoy the
afternoon together, too!
Time for kayaking, tubing and biking in the Alleghany Highlands, where you can explore the great
outdoors along the Jackson River Blueway or Scenic Trail. The newly opened Alleghany Outdoors
in Covington rents kayaks, tubes, bikes and rafts, and offers the ultimate outdoor experience for
locals and visitors. Try a combo trip for the ideal day outside, and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy
on the back deck overlooking the river! Want to slow things down? Head east to Smith Mountain
Lake for a houseboat excursion, thanks to Parrot Cove Boat Rentals and Sales, to explore the more
than 500 miles of shoreline and hidden nooks and inlets of this unique man-made lake. Or head
south to Philpoott Lake for Concerts by Canoe (or tube or SUP) – featuring live music on a floating
stage for a floating audience!
There’s plenty of outdoor
fun to enjoy in the
mountain hamlet of Paint
Bank. Hunting and fishing
enthusiasts can start at the
state fish hatchery, capturing
a unique look into the trout
rearing and stocking process,
with 1.6 million trout in all
stages of development. Pack
up your gear for a trip to
Big Pine Trout Farm, where
sportsmen test their skills for
trophy-sized trout (and can
even take home the catch
for the evening’s supper!).
Finish up your adventures
by stepping across an actual
swinging bridge in the Paint
Bank General Store at The
Swinging Bridge Restaurant,
complete with wildlife
displays, gifts and hunting
and fishing supplies.
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Virginia’s Franklin County
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Virginia's Franklin County is literally a vibrant confluence
of gateways. It’s your gateway to a beautiful landscape,
world-class outdoor recreation and incredible touchstones
of Appalachian music and history. From the East, we are
your gateway to Virginia's mountains. Heading west, we are
the gateway to the Crooked Road, Virginia's Heritage Music
Trail. We’re also a gateway to Virginia's Rail Heritage Region.
Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or looking to
spend significant time here, there's something for everyone
in Franklin County. Families will love the close proximity
to two premier jewels of the outdoors – Smith Mountain
Lake and Philpott Lake – where summer fun and seasonal
events make for unforgettable vacations. Music lovers will
marvel at the sound quality of the nationally acclaimed
Harvester Performance Center in Rocky Mount. We also
boast a passionate craft beverage industry of breweries,
distilleries and wineries.
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OUTDOORS
Plug into the vibrancy that
is Smith Mountain Lake or
quite literally unplug to
feel the serene essence
that is Philpott Lake. Coast
with our mountain and
trail biking, navigate five
blueways, or experience
miles of designated scenic
byways. We are one of a
handful of locations on the
East Coast that offers two
forms of wakeboarding:
boat riding and cable
riding. With two lakes and
four rivers, fishing reigns.
We are also home to the
Blue Ridge Parkway’s
Smartview Recreation Area.
Experience
C U LT U R E
Sample homegrown
harvests at the Rocky
Mount Farmers Market,
the Foothills Produce
Auction in Boones Mill,
and various farmstands
that dot the landscape. A
state leader in dairy cows,
Franklin County gave rise
to the nationally known
Homestead Creamery. Take
in Americana music via our
presence on the Crooked
Road, Virginia's Heritage
Music Trail. Peruse local
shops for antiques and
traditional handcrafted
finds.
M A I N : M AT T RO S S / L E A R N ( TO P ) : J E A N S K I P P E R / L E A R N ( M I D D L E ) ; M AT T RO S S / L E A R N ( BOT TO M ) : B LU E R I D G E I N S T I T U T E & M U S E U M AT F E R RU M CO L L E G E / P L AY: M AT T RO S S
Known as the "Moonshine
Capital of the World"
during the Great
Moonshine Conspiracy
Trial of 1935, there's
much more to the area's
history and much of it
based on our connection
to the land. Attend the
nearly 50-year-old Blue
Ridge Folklife Festival
to experience captured
regional heritage at the
Blue Ridge Institute
& Museum at Ferrum
College. Agriculture is also
presented with the Booker
T. Washington National
Monument, which honors
the birthplace of America's
most prominent African
American educator and
orator.
Franklin County is a distinct outdoor destination along the
Blue Ridge Parkway. It is a landscape woven with miles of
roads, trails, and waters perfect for adventures of all kinds.
Bike along nearly 50 miles of scenic byways.
You can paddle on one of five blueways, including Philpott
Lake. Or spend the day boating on one of two lakes, including
Smith Mountain Lake. Finish the day with a craft beverage at
one of our fine wineries, breweries or distilleries.
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Welcome Center at
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Virginia Tourism Corporation
Mile Marker 2, I-64 Eastbound
Covington 24426
540-559-3010
Monterey
Hunter’s Raid Civil War Trail
816 Burks Hill Rd.,
540-587-5681; civilwartrails.org.
Bedford hosts four sites.
Information at Bedford Area
Welcome Center. bj
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Smith Mountain
Lake
Rocky
Mount
Historic Masonic Theatre
510 Main St., 540-862-5655;
historicmasonictheatre.com.
Constructed in 1905, now used
as a performing arts center.
$bI
Peaks of Otter
Milepost 86, Blue Ridge Pkwy.,
866-387-9905; peaksofotter.
com. Hiking, fishing,
wildflower trails, picnic areas,
campgrounds, spectacular
mountain views. bj
Jack Mason’s Tavern
400 E. Ridgeway St.,
540-862-5624;
jackmasonstavern.com. Open
at 11am, seven days a week for
lunch, dinner, craft beer and
lots of fun!I
BIG ISLAND
Masonic Amphitheatre
513 Church St., 540-862-5655;
historicmasonictheatre.com.
A unique venue that offers
entertainment in music and
theater performances. I
Sedalia Center
1108 Sedalia School Rd.,
434-299-5080; sedaliacenter.
org. Venue hosting concerts,
festivals, workshops and more.
Camping available. $bj
BOONES MILL
Town of Boones Mill
359 Boones Mill Rd., 540-3345404; townofboonesmill.org.
Rail heritage, craft beer &
spirits, art and great food.
Boones Mill Historic District
Downtown, Main/Easy Sts.,
540-334-5404; nps.gov/nr/
feature/places/14000526.htm.
Discover a vibrant community
rich with local history.
BUCHANAN
Blue Ridge Parkway
Association
Blue Ridge Parkway - Milepost
0 in Afton to Milepost 215.8 in
Galax, 828-670-1924;
blueridgeparkway.org.
#1 resource for Blue Ridge
Parkway information. bj
AXTON
Turkeycock Wildlife
Management Area
State Route 619, 804-367-1000;
dgif.virginia.gov/wmas. 2,679
acres, hiking and wildlife
opportunities, dense hardwood
covered mountain. j
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BASSETT
Philpott Lake-Franklin County
1058 Philpott Dam Rd.,
276-629-2703;
visitfranklincountyva.org/
philpott-lake. Swimming,
boating, fishing, hiking,
campgrounds, six beaches, nine
boat launches.
BEDFORD
VIRGINIA MAIN STREET COMMUNITY
Bedford Area Welcome Center VG
U.S. 460 & 122, 816 Burks Hill Rd.,
540-587-5681;
destinationbedfordva.com.
Bedford offers outdoor
recreation, wineries, breweries,
shopping and unique dining and
lodging. RV hook-ups, Wi-Fi and
meeting space available. bj
The Bedford Wine Trail
816 Burks Hill Rd.,
540-587-5681;
thebedfordwinetrail.com. Savor
the flavor of exquisite wine
varieties and enjoy wonderful
views. bj
Big Otter Mill
Rt. 122 North, 434-455-2308;
bigottermill.com. Historic mill
that hosts events and group
tours by appointment. bj
Bower Center for the Arts
305 North Bridge St.,
540-586-4235; bowercenter.
org. Cultural center with art
exhibits, concerts, workshops
throughout the year. b
The Charles & Louise
Wharton House
315 North Bridge St.,
540-587-5681; bedfordhistory.org.
1883 Italianate house and
gardens. Gardens open to
public. b
Clifton Forge School of the Arts
518 Church St., 540-862-7275;
cfsota.org. Offers a large array
of classes specializing in the
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National D-Day Memorial
3 Overlord Cir., 540-586-3329;
dday.org. This national
monument honors the Allied
forces on D-Day. $b
Historic Boones Mill N&W Depot
24 Depot Dr., 540-334-5404;
townofboonesmill.org. National
Register listed, built in 1892
and public restoration project.
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Appalachian Trail
304-535-6278; nps.gov/
appa. A public footpath that
follows more than 2,100 miles
of Appalachian Mountain
ridgelines.
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Buchanan Historic Theatre
19778 Main St., 540-254-1155;
buchanantheatre.com. Big
Screen in small town. National
Register of Historic Places.
$bI
Historic Buchanan
19753 Main St., 540-254-1212;
townofbuchanan.com. Small
town with more than 200 years
of history. bj
CALLAWAY
Franklin County Speedway
385 Speedway Ln.,
540-238-9955; facebook.com/
FranklinCoSpeedway. Regional
stock car racing on 3/8-mile
paved oval track.
CLIFTON FORGE
C&O Railway Heritage Center
705 Main St., 540-862-8653;
cohs.org. Railway heritage
museum that tells the story of
C&O Railway. bI
COVINGTON
Alleghany Highlands Chamber
of Commerce & Tourism
110 Mall Rd., 540-962-2178;
visitalleghanyhighlands.com.
Beautiful mountain views,
endless outdoor recreation
and two walkable downtowns
with locally owned shops and
restaurants. Historic treasures
and a thriving arts community.
Get away, enjoy - it’s uniquely
Alleghany! bjI
Alleghany Highlands Blueway
110 Mall Rd., 540-962-2178;
alleghanyhighlandsblueway.
com. Miles of scenic rivers and
shoreline on two pristine lakes.
Falling Spring Falls
Scenic overlook on Rt. 220
north of Covington,
540-962-2178;
visitalleghanyhighlands.
com. Remarkable cascade
falling about 80 feet to the
valley below. bjI
Main Street Park/Engine
701
420-432 W. Merry Ln.,
540-962-6360; covington.
va.us. Six-acre
community park with the
refurbished 701 Steam
Engine. bjI
Historic Humpback Bridge
1-64 Exit 10 to Rt. 60,
540-962-2178;
visitalleghanyhighlands.com.
The oldest bridge of this
style in existence; wayside
park. bjI
River Rock Amphitheatre
870 West Edgemont
Dr., 540-965-6360;
covington.va.us. Seasonal
entertainment in a unique
venue. bjI
Jackson River Scenic Trail
540-863-6622;
alleghanyhighlandstrails.com.
14.4-mile trail for biking,
hiking and horseback
riding. bjI
Jackson River Sports
Complex
870 West Edgemont Dr.,
540-965-6360; covington.
va.us. State-of-the-art
sports facility. Athletic
fields, tennis courts, driving
range and amphitheater.
bjI
Lake Moomaw,
Gathright Dam
South end of Lake
Moomaw, Morris Hill
Rd., 540-962-2178;
visitalleghanyhighlands.
com. Nestled in the scenic
Allegheny Mountains;
camping, boating, fishing,
swimming $bjI
Wrightsville Heritage
Museum
702 Wrightstown Rd.,
540-962-6787;
tmfndt.wix.com/
themcclintonfoundation.
Historical artifacts,
paintings, furniture,
machinery, clothing. Some
dating back to slavery.
To the east and west are bustling cities, but in between
is pure bliss. Beauty that will take your breath away and
stories of bravery that will leave you speechless.
EAGLE ROCK
Roaring Run Recreation
Area
450 Roaring Run Rd.,
540-928-2130;
visitvbr.com/botetourt.
Early 1800s iron furnace;
leisurely hike to exquisite
water fall. bj
Peaks of Otter
———— Where Ordinary Ends... ————
LIVE A MOMENT.
Bedford Begins.
Alleghany Highlands Genealogical Society
515 East Pine St., 540-962-1501;
ahgscov.org. Library and
archives with hundreds of old
photos and records.
Alleghany Highlands Trails
110 Mall Rd., 540-962-2178;
alleghanyhighlandstrails.com.
Many miles of challenging
trails with peaceful mountain
views. j
Alleghany Historical Society
Covington Depot
149 Maple Ave., 540-965-0149;
alleghanyhistorical.org.
Restored 1908 C&O passenger
depot and 1890 freight
depot. bI
Blue Spring Run Farm
3901 Blue Spring Run Rd.,
540-747-2055;
bluespringrunfarm.com. Tours,
seasonal produce, baked goods
and sweet treats available
year-round.
Children’s Forest
State Route 18, James River
Ranger District, 540-962-2214;
visitalleghanyhighlands.com.
Planted by children, a unique
site offering an easy hike. b
National D-Day Memorial
FIND YOURSELF HERE.
peaksofotter.com | 866.387.9905
DestinationBedfordVa.com
877-447-3257 | #DestinationBedfordVa
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Carvins Cove Natural Reserve—Botetourt County
Peaks of Otter Lodge—Bedford
FERRUM
Blue Ridge Institute and Farm
Museum
Ferrum College, 20 Museum
Dr., 540-365-4416;
blueridgeinstitute.org. State
center for Blue Ridge folklore.
Folklife exhibits. b
FINCASTLE
Botetourt County Chamber of
Commerce
13 West Main St, 540-473-8280;
botetourtchamber.com. Visit
Botetourt located in the heart
of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.
Botetourt County Recreation
and Facilities
16 East Main St., 540-928-2130;
visitvbr.com/botetourt. Historic
Botetourt, Appalachian Trail,
James River, Parkway and
more!
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Botetourt County Historical
Museum
Courthouse Sq., 540-473-8394;
bothistsoc.wordpress.com.
Houses hundreds of artifacts
and historic interpretations of
Botetourt County. b
Fincastle Historic District
20 West Main St., 540-4733077; hisfin.org. A virtual
museum of American
architecture from 1770s-20th
century. bj
Fincastle Library Genealogy
Room
11 Academy St., 540-928-2700;
botetourtva.gov/libraries/
genealogy.php. Botetourt
once extended through
seven present-day states.
Genealogical resources
available. bI
James Matten Early Cabin
121 Murray St., 540-473-3077;
hisfin.org. Furnished historic
cabin, circa 1796, scheduled
tours available. $b
Upper James River Water Trail
16 East Main St., 540-928-2130;
upperjamesriverwatertrail.com.
Blueway with nine public
access points, kayaking, tubing,
canoeing, fishing. bj
HARDY
Booker T. Washington National
Monument
12130 Booker T. Washington
Hwy., 540-721-2094; nps.gov/
bowa. Birthplace of Booker
T. Washington. Open daily,
9am-5pm. b
Jubal A. Early Homeplace
455 Old Hollow Ln.,
540-719-0511; jubalearly.
org. 1814 home of General
Jubal Early. Listed in National
Register, no admission fee.
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Smith Mountain Lake
Farm Alpacas
Morewood Rd., 540-719-0281;
smithmountainlakefarm.com.
Offers guided educational,
hands-on, interactive tours
daily by reservation.
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Jamison Mill Recreation Park
2000 Jamison Mill Rd.,
540-483-9293;
playfranklincounty.com. Scenic
300 acres along Philpott Lake,
hiking/biking trails, camping
and paddling. j
Providence Raceway
3399 Providence Church Rd.,
540-420-6833;
providenceraceway.com.
Competitive kart racing on
dirt bullring. Season runs
April-November.
Twin Ridge Recreation Park
1052 Twin Ridge Marina Rd.,
276-629-2703;
visitfranklincountyva.com.
Hosts such events as the
National Guard FLW College
Fishing Northern Conference
Championship. j
HOT SPRINGS
Garth Newel Music Center
403 Garth Newel Ln.,
540-839-5018; garthnewel.org.
World-class music, gourmet
food, friendly people and
breathtaking scenery. $b
HUDDLESTON
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
1235 State Park Rd.,
800-933-7275;
virginiastateparks.gov. bj
Parrot Cove Boat Rentals
16441 Booker T. Washington Hwy.,
800-488-4516; parrotcove.com
Experience a Smith Mountain
Lake vacation like none other!
MILLBORO
Smith Mountain Lake
540-721-1203;
visitsmithmountainlake.com.
500 shoreline miles. bj
Douthat State Park
14239 Douthat State Park Rd.,
800-933-7275;
virginiastateparks.gov. $bj
LOW MOOR
Oakland Church & Cemetery
Low Moor/Selma Rd.,
540-962-2178;
visitalleghanyhighlands.com.
Served as hospital during Civil
War; Confederate soldiers
buried here. b
MONETA
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Highland County Museum
161 Mansion House Rd.,
540-396-4478;
highlandcountyhistory.com.
Explore Highland County’s
rich heritage and Civil War
history!b
McDowell Battlefield
540-396-4478;
highlandcountyhistory.com.
Experience unspoiled,
mountain Civil War battlefield.
Coursey Springs Fish Hatchery
300 Hatchery Ln., 540-925-2343;
dgif.state.va.us. Free guided
tours, 365 days a year. b
NICHOLAS MOORE
Blacksmith Shop/Wysong Park
West Main St., 540-473-3077;
hisfin.org. Circa 1840, it
contains blacksmith tools
and history of the family who
owned it.
Botetourt County Historic
Circuit Courthouse
1 West Main St., 540-473-8274;
hisfin.org. Original, primary
source genealogy documents
dating to the early 1700s. b
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Smith Mountain Lake
Community Park
1480 Parkway Ave.,
540-483-9293;
playfranklincounty.com. Public
beach access, fishing pier,
walking trails, playground and
more. bjI
Smith Mountain Lake Regional
Chamber of Commerce and
Visitors Center
Bridgewater Plaza, Suite 2,
16430 Booker T. Washington
Hwy., 540-721-1203;
visitsmithmountainlake.com.
“Jewel of the Blue Ridge” bj
Highland County Visitor Center
61 Highland Center Dr.,
540-468-2550; highlandcounty.org.
Virginia’s Sweet Spot. Hiking,
birding, barn quilt tours, Maple
Festival. bj
Bridgewater Marina and Boat
Rentals
16410 Booker T. Washington Hwy.
540-721-1639; bwmarina.com.
Everything you need to make
your day on Smith Mountain
Lake memorable.
Fair Lawn Farm
3118 Mill Gap Rd.,
540-468-3094;
comehometofairlawnfarm.com.
Vintage farm tour, sugar camp,
heirloom orchard. Call for
appointment.
MONTEREY
Highland County Maple Sugar
Camps
540-468-2550; highlandcounty.
org/for-the-visitor/highlandcountys-maple-sugar-camps.
Visit a camp to learn about
Maple Syrup! Call for
appointments.
Highland County Walk of
Honor
165 West Main St.,
540-468-2551. Highland
County’s tribute to our area
veterans. bj
Designed and built as his private
retreat, Thomas Jefferson’s
Poplar Forest is an extraordinary
architectural achievement—a
National Historic Landmark,
nominated as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, and an award-winning
historic restoration in progress.
P L A N YO U R V I S I T T O DAY
P O P L A R F O R E S T. O R G /M O R E
Laurel Fork, George Washington and Jefferson National
Forests
Laurel Fork, 540-468-2550;
highlandcounty.org. Experience
scenic beauty, untouched land,
fishing, camping and native
wildlife. bj
NEW CASTLE
Craig County Tourism
Commission
108 Court St., 540-864-5010;
visitcraigcountyva.com.
Enormous outdoor playground,
300 square miles and no traffic
lights! bj
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Craig County Visitor
Information
303 Main St., 540-864-8978;
craiglibrary.com. Information
on Craig County and historic
New Castle. Start of The Craig
County Barn Quilt Trail.
Fenwick Mines Day Use Area
128 Old Jeep Rd.,
540-552-4641; recreation.gov/
camping/poi/249913. Hiking
and horse trails, pond, picnic
areas, handicap accessible.
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New Castle Town Park
210 Salem Ave., 540-864-2200;
visitcraigcountyva.com. Play
equipment, picnic area, open
space, LOVEworks, restaurants,
shopping nearby. bj
Old Brick Hotel & Genealogy
Library
141 Court St., 540-864-5004;
visitcraigcountyva.com. Three
floors of local history and
artifacts.
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Paint Bank Fish Hatchery
14505 Paint Bank Rd.,
540-897-5401; dgif.virginia.
org. Open 7am-3:30pm daily.
Family-friendly trout viewing
experience. bj
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The 1769 Old Chapel Church
436 Old Chapel Rd.,
540-483-0687;
visitfranklincountyva.com.
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Information Center
101 Shenandoah Ave. NE,
540-342-6025; visitvbr.com.
Off I-81, Exit 143 and Parkway
Milepost 120. Open daily.
For 2019
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Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge
101 Shenandoah Ave. NE,
540-342-6025; visitvbr.com.
Virginia’s Blue Ridge, a metromountain visitor destination.
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Center in the Square
1 Market Sq. SE, 540-342-5700;
centerinthesquare.org. Cultural
complex housing history and
science museums and a theatre.
Crystal Spring Pump Station
2012 South Jefferson St.,
540-982-5465;
roanokehistory.org. View the
great fly-wheel rotating and
the pistons pumping.
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You’ll like the sound of a trip to Rocky Mount,
Virginia. The Harvester Performance Center is one
of the most prolific venues in the South, welcoming
more than 150 acts from bluegrass to blues to
heavy metal.
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But that’s just our opening act. In Rocky Mount
you’ll experience the heritage of the Crooked Road,
history that dates back to the Revolutionary War,
and hometown that will strike a chord.
COMMUNIT Y
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COMMUNITIES
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OF SERVICES
Historic Downtown Salem
540-375-4044
VisitSalemVA.com
Hotel Floyd
540-745-6080
HotelFloyd.com
Taubman Museum of Art
540-342-5760
TaubmanMuseum.org
VBR Cheers Trail
VBRcheersTrail.com
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference
Center, Curio Collection by Hilton
540-985-5900
HotelRoanoke.com
The Inn at Virginia Tech and
Skelton Conference Center
877-200-3360
InnatVirginiaTech.com
Starr Hill Pilot Brewery
& Side Stage
540-685-2012
StarrHill.com/Roanoke
Virginia Museum
of Transportation
540-342-5670
VMT.org
Retire in the Blue Ridge Mountains:
Roanoke, Blacksburg, Lynchburg
and Smith Mountain Lake.
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540-483-0907 | rockymountva.org | harvester-music.org
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Affordable Comfort in Roanoke
Eleanor D. Wilson Museum at
Hollins University
8009 Fishburn Dr., Wetherill
Visual Arts Center, 540-3626532; hollins.edu/museum.
Features the work of renowned,
emerging and regional artists.
Harrison Museum of
African-American Culture
1 Market Sq. SE, 540-857-4395;
harrisonmuseum.com.
Showcasing the art and history
of local/regional/national
African Americans. $bIG
Historic Roanoke City Market
& Downtown
213 Market St., 540-342-2028;
roanokemarket.com. Shop,
eat, create, explore. There’s
always something happening in
Downtown. bj
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BRP Milepost 115, 56 Roanoke
River Parkway Rd.,
540-427-1800; explorepark.org.
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Historic Grandin Village
& Theatre
1310 Grandin Rd. SW,
540-345-6177;
historicgrandinvillage.com.
Quaint village area with shops
& restaurants including Grandin
Theatre. bj
History Museum of Western
Virginia
101 Shenandoah Ave. NE,
540-982-5465; roanokehistory.
org. Exhibits and programs on
the history of Western Virginia.
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Jefferson Center
541 Luck Ave., Ste. 221,
540-345-2550; jeffcenter.
org. Historic performing
arts theater, art gallery and
conference facilities. bIS
Kids Square
1 Market Sq. SE, 3rd floor,
540-342-5777; kidssquare.
org. Exhibits encourage play,
education and development of
gross motor skills. $bI
Mill Mountain Theatre
1 Market Sq. SE, 540-342-5740;
millmountain.org. A year-round
live professional theatre since
1964. $bI
O. Winston Link Museum
101 Shenandoah Ave. NE,
540-982-5465;
roanokehistory.org. Highlighting the photography of O.
Winston Link. $bI
Mill Mountain Zoo
540-343-3241; mmzoo.org.
183 animals, representing 70
species, miniature train, picnic
area, views. $b
Roanoke Pinball Museum
One Market Sq., SE,
540-342-5746; roanokepinball.org.
An interactive museum
dedicated to the science and
history of pinball. $bI
Roanoke Star & Overlook
Mill Mountain - Blue Ridge
Parkway Milepost 120,
Roanoke 24016,
540-853-1236;
playroanoke.com/
the-roanoke-star. 100-foot
historic man-made star on Mill
Mountain. Beautiful scenic
overlook. bj
Science Museum of Western
Virginia
1 Market Sq. SE, Ste. 4,
540-342-5710; smwv.org. A
variety of exhibits that span the
spectrum of science. $b
Easy access to I-81, Hollins University,
and Roanoke Regional Airport
Splash Valley Water Park
7415 Wood Haven Rd.,
540-777-6300;
splashvalleywaterpark.com.
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Taubman Museum of Art
110 Salem Ave. SE,
540-342-5760;
taubmanmuseum.org. Original art
exhibitions, special programs, fun
events - family friendly! $bI
Roanoke North, Near I-81
Reservations: (800) 225-3297
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• Brewery tasting room
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• Gameroom is always open
• Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6
Roanoke Salem La Quinta Inn
Newly
Remodeled!
You’ll feel special at our
exceptionally friendly
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Above it all
Guests say, “Hillcrest Mansion is more than
a place to stay, it’s an experience. A must see
and enjoy destination where the views and the
service, like the meals, are truly above it all.”
The historic mansion sits high above Clifton
Forge. It’s a happening place, for weddings,
parties, and corporate meetings year-round.
As a family-owned specialty hotel, we make
an extra effort to enhance your comfort. Each
afternoon guests enjoy our complimentary
wine and tea reception on the wraparound
porch, in season, to take in the breathtaking
mountain view.
connect to the outside world, high-speed WiFi
beams through the mansion.
We encourage our guests to enjoy the entire
estate. Terraced grounds and gardens, a
swimming pool, and secluded shaded sitting
areas invite privacy and intimate conversation.
Clifton Forge was named the 2018 “Top Small