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01 Dec

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Wise County, located in Southwest Virginia’s coalfields was named after then governor, Henry A. Wise. Early exploration began with Dr. Thomas Walker, Christopher Gist and Daniel Boone. Each made their mark along trails used by the Cherokee, Shawnee and other Indian tribes. Wise County offers a taste of the first “Old West” in a setting of mountain splendor on The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail.DAY ONEStop first at one of several fine accommodations in...

25 Oct

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Day One:E. Lee Trinkle Regional Visitors Center to pick up Step-on Guide. Depending on your arrival time, the group may want to have lunch before visiting the attractions.Then it's up to the top of Big Walker Mountain where "only the birds see more"! It's located at an elevation of 3,405 feet and is a National Forest Scenic Byway attraction.There's also shopping at the Country Store that features local arts and crafts, as well as Amish...

25 Oct

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Fulfill your WanderLOVE by starting on the Blue Ridge Parkway around milepost 203. Book a stay at Fancy Gap Cabins and Campground. FGCC offers a choice of RV spaces, one-room camping cabins, motel rooms and tent sites. Make sure to take in their official Virginia LOVE sign that celebrates the Parkway from Mabry Mill to the north to the Blue Ridge Music Center to the south. From the campground you can take relaxing day trip...

25 Oct

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DAY ONEArrive in historic Abingdon, VA and start to explore the charming brick sidewalks of Main Street.  Take a walking tour of almost 250 years of American history. Abingdon was founded in 1778, and the entire immaculately preserved downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places.   Allow plenty of time for meals in Abingdon, as you eat your way through the “Best Small Town Food Scene in the Country” for TWO years running!  With...

25 Oct

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Come travel along as we highlight scenic byways and beautiful vistas.We have a variety of lodging options from the Inn at Riverbend where every room has a scenic view of the New River, or the perfect spot for a group of friends overlooking Walker’s Creek at Walker’s Creek Retreat. There are other options too, like Buck Lair Cabin, that is remarkably close to Virginia Tech, or Mr. Hunter’s Cottage in the quaint Village of Eggleston.Traveling...

25 Oct

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Rich Creek is a small town in Giles County with a population of 760 people. Accessing Rich Creek is very easy by car as it sits on Route 460 almost to the West Virginia state line, as well as Route 219 from Peterstown, WV. The charming main street welcomes visitors and is a relaxing home to residents.To start your day in Rich Creek consider The Corner Market or Burger Boy. The town is situated in...

25 Oct

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Morning- Begin your day stocking up on supplies and breakfast at Tangent Outfitters and Cascade Café. All within walking distance for a nice stroll through this quaint small town that’s the hub of outdoor adventure in Giles. While walking through town stop and visit the Littlest Library in Virginia- the Pembroke Public Library.Your lunch options are plentiful in Pembroke. Enjoy family favorites at Bluegrass BBQ, Riviera Mexican Grill, or Solo Mediterranean Grill. Want something quicker? Enjoy Scoops...

25 Oct

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Morning- Enjoy breakfast at Friends and Family Restaurant or grab a quick bite and coffee at The Pit Stop. Pearisburg is the county seat and as such there are many things to do and enjoy in this community.For the rest of your morning delight in shopping and strolling the historic downtown. Pearis Mercantile is a premier gift shop in the region. Located just across the street from the Visitors Center (203 N. Main St), stop in...

25 Oct

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Morning- A visit to Narrows can begin at the Narrows Town Office and Visitors Center, located at 210 Main Street. Just around the corner on Monroe Street are Centennial Park and The Mural of Narrows.  Next door to The Mural is the Narrows Farmer’s Market (open Friday 8am-5pm and Saturday 8am-noon; April thru October) where visitors can shop for local produce and handmade items. The Veterans Memorial Park is just a few steps away. This is the end of the Veterans Mile, which begins...

25 Oct

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One could spend all day at Mill Creek Nature Park! Mill Creek Nature Park is owned and managed by the Town. It’s free to access, but it never hurts to put a few dollars in the donation box to help offset the costs and maintenance of the park.Coming via Route 460, at the Narrows stoplight, turn off 460 and head towards downtown. Once in Narrows you’ll turn left onto Main Street. In approximately one and a...