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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...

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 pine. Beech and poplar grow in the narrow valleys.Hunting opportunities expanded by cooperative agreements with...

On top of Fancy Gap mountain in Virginia, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway (exit 8 off I-77, U.S. 52 and Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 199.5), lies the serene setting of Fancy Gap KOA Campground. Providing camping areas for the travelers, hikers and adventurers of the parkway, we are OPEN ALL YEAR (weather permitting.) A natural setting with the comforts of home, featuring a nearby scenic overlook, hiking trails, outlet stores, antique stores, restaurants and...

FeeldTrips Outdoors was founded in 2011 by two local, southwest Virginia natives that shared an enthusiasm for the outdoor opportunities that we are gracefully blessed with in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains.  Their premier outdoor guiding service offers a professional, safe and family-friendly atmosphere with unique outdoor options for customers. Create Your Own Adventure is an experience that allows patrons the option to choose or create their guided trip with activities they want to experience. ...

Home of the lucky fairy stones, Fairy Stone is well known for its 168-acre lake adjoining Philpott Reservoir just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The park offers cabins, a campground, group camping, a conference center, a lodge that sleeps 16, numerous trails, beach swimming, rowboats, canoes, paddle boats, hydro-bikes, picnicking and two playgrounds, including one in the water. Watch the sunset as you enjoy a paddle boat on the lake. Get back to nature by hiking...

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 sales, service and rentals are readily available.  Retail outlets and eateries are also nearby.  The...

This 172 acre natural area is on the north side of a mountain range near Fred Clifton Park in Patrick County, VA.Although a private preserve, it is open to the public by permission as a day use facility for hiking a loop trail from the top of the ridge to a waterfall at the base of the mountain. Evidence of a pioneer mountain home is along the way. Hiking to the ridge-top provides a scenic view...

Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge, DeHart Park in Stuart offers many recreational opportunities to our citizens and visitors. The Park has a swimming pool, tennis courts and a multi-purpose basketball court. The park also has Little League ballfields, concession stand, picnic shelter and a playground, as well as a volleyball area. A 1/2 mile circular trail highlights the park's offerings and allows you to absorb the gorgeous scenery as you feel...

The Devil's Den Nature Preserve is a unique 250 acre tract containing an abundance of cultural and natural resources. The preserve is situated on the eastern edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment overlooking the North Carolina Piedmont. Several trails cross the property, including one that follows the former road bed of the Good Spur Road - a historic route in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Robert S. Harris Farmstead, a 1880s...