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�Flowing 320 miles through North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia, the New River is a true recreation destination for all outdoor lovers. As the only city in Virginia located directly on the river, Radford offers unparalleled access to the water at a number of different sites.Canoes, kayaks and inner tubes can also be easily dropped in the water at various points in Bisset Park, which extends more than 90 acres right on the banks of...

Nicknamed "Mammoth Waves", Saltville's new wave pool, has the ability to generate ocean-like waves. The wave pool replaced a municipal swimming pool whose predecessor, a saltwater pool built in the mid-1940s was the first to be named for Hardy Roberts, the first man from Smyth County to die in World War II. The pool is 150 feet long by 60 feet wide and includes a children’s area with a fountain....

Evelyn Alexander Water Park - A modern, handicap accessible water park with slides, fountains and a lap pool.* 8 Lane Lap Pool * Walk in access to water * Heated Water * 38 ft. long Water Slide * Spray Toys and Water Drops * Water Basketball * Shaded swimming and sitting area in the shallow end of the pool * Frog and Boat Slide for little ones * Bath House * Deck Furniture and Umbrellas...

Outdoor Trails, ampitheater, sand volleyball, tennis, softball, baseball, modern playground and featuring a handicapped accessable water park.  Food Vendor on site.  Events throughout the year.  Admission fee for the Alexander Water Park....

Giles County boasts 37 miles of the majestic New River where it’s depth ranges from a very few inches to a maximum of one hundred feet at the at the base of the towering Palisade Cliffs in Eggleston. River goers can enjoy fishing, rafting, floating, boating, and swimming on the New River Water Trail. Find easy access at public boat landings and private campgrounds, enjoy the water, then stay riverside at a campground or visit...

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...

New River Outdoor Adventures is located in Fries VA and your one stop shop for all you equipment rental needs. We provide tubes, canoes, kayaks, bikes and primitive camping sites. We are located just steps from the New River & New River Trail. Check out our trip options and contact us today for your next River Adventure....

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....

Full facility recreational complex with indoor and outdoor pools, indoor fitness and jogging track, a cardiovascular exercise room, free weight room and gymnasium. Outdoor facilities include amphitheatre area, picnic areas, tennis courts, sand volleyball, walking trails, skate park and dog park. The Recreation Center also offers over 2,800 square feet of meeting space; seating up to 240 people....

The Franklin County YMCA is located on North Main Street. Our facility includes heated swimming pools, indoor track, a training fitness center, mirrored exercise rooms. Members of all other YMCA's are admitted free. For a fee of only $5.00 everyone under 18 is invited to use our swimming pool, fitness center, and gym. For folks over 18 the fee is $8.00 a visit. YMCA outdoor play ground is free to the public....