The Narrows Town Park, or “The Boom”, is located on five acres situated between Wolf Creek and Park Drive in Narrows. Many of the locals call the park “The Boom” because loggers used to float logs down to the Mill Pond, located a small distance from the park, to be cut into boards. As the logs arrived at the pond, they banged against other logs already in the water, producing a loud boom. The area...
Mountain Lake’s 4,000-foot elevation makes for cool summer cycling and a scenic spring or fall experience. Its 20 miles of trails--from single track for experienced riders to smooth trails for beginners and children--are open to the public year-round. Trail maps are available at the Mountain Lake Outfitters.Bike rentals available at the Mountain Lake Outfitters at the entrance to Mountain Lake Lodge...
Mayo River Rail Trail is in downtown Stuart, VA, just off Commerce Street following the path of the Danville and Western Railway ("Dick and Willie"). This 1.8 mile trail is good for walking and bicycling. It has an asphalt smooth level surface. The trail also follows the Mayo River with an additional spur leading to the Landmark Assisted Living Center.Parking lots on both ends of the trail, with handicap accessibility parking. It is great for families...
Long a family favorite and known for its beautiful woodlands and placid 108-acre lake in the heart of the mountains, Hungry Mother has a sandy beach with bathhouse, boats and boat launch, universally accessible fishing pier, campgrounds, cabins, a fantastic restaurant, gift shops, a visitor center, a six-bedroom lodge that sleeps 15, and hiking and biking trails.Hungry Mother is also home to the Hemlock Haven Conference Center, which is perfect for retreats, conferences and special events....
2 acre lake stocked with brown, brook and rainbow trout. Open to public from March to October....
6,400 acres in Washington County. Bear, Deer, turkey, squirrel and more for all the hunting. Bring your fishing pole to this great spot. Hike to the top of the overlook....
Glen Lyn Town Park is a scenic place to go and enjoy Giles County any time of the year, but the most popular event held at Glen Lyn Town Park is the Muddy ACCE Race. The Muddy ACCE Race is a 5k Mud Run that has over 25 obstacles for you to conquer! The Muddy ACCE Race is the main fundraising event for the Access to Community College Education (ACCE) program which provides tuition free college...
Franklin County Blueways are an exciting way for beginners and experts to experience the beauty of nature in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.The Pigg River Blueway is an enjoyable 8-mile float which takes you through some of Franklin County's beautiful wooded landscapes and farmlands. The historic waterway from Waid Park to Lynch Riverside Park, was a transporation lane for Franklin County's iron industry in the 18th century. The Pigg River Blueway also is home of the annual...
Gatewood Park Campground and Reservoir is 400 scenic acres nestled in the heart of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain Region of Southwest Virginia. Surrounded by the Jefferson National Forest and located near the Town of Pulaski, Gatewood is accessible from Interstates 81 and 77 and offers exciting recreational opportunities for the entire family.Camping; Join us for camping or glamping at Gatewood Park, we have 35 campsites with full hookups for RV's, Campers and Tents, 16 of...
Nestled in the scenic New River Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains you will find a stretch of river featuring: Muskellunge (muskie), Smallmouth (black) Bass, Striped Bass (Striper), Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Walleye, Rock Bass, White Bass, Hybrid, Black Crappie, Redbreast Sunfish, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. Fishing Licenses can be obtained at the Commissioner of the Revenue at 619 Second St., Radford, VA 24141. If you have any questions about licenses, please call the Commissioner...