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02 Dec

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Experience wild and scenic beauty by walking a part of the Virginia Birding & Wildlife Trail network. Easy access to nature trail traversing forest and open fields. Once stepping into the forest, white-tailed deer start appearing almost everywhere - at every turn white-tailed deer and their fawns are grazing around the corner.This tranquil setting is perfect for a variety of eastern woodland birds such as mourning dove, ruby-throated hummingbird, downy, red-bellied and pileated woodpeckers, eastern...

01 Dec

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Wallen Ridge and Lovelady Gap are part of the High Knob Landform. Wallen Ridge Trail, FT #329, is located in the Clinch Ranger District of the Jefferson National Forest. The trail is rated moderate and is a favorite of hikers, bicyclists and equestrians. 6.9 miles, much of which is under a canopy of hardwoods with occasional clearings, runs along the crest of Wallen Ridge from Lovelady Gap to an area just West of Mountain Empire Community College. The elevation...

01 Dec

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Squatchy Adventures is a small Family Friendly campground and outfitter on the Clinch River! Set up your tent or bring your RV! Stay and play with us for your next family vacation or weekend getaway! We offer half day tube and kayak rentals. We also run an all inclusive class 1 raft adventure, in general a 'scenic float trip' to better explore the area!  Come see a few hidden treasures the area has to offer...

01 Dec

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Located near the heart of Saint Paul, the Saint Paul Loop offers six excellent sites for wildlife watching that visitors can enjoy. It includes everything from wetlands to montane to extensive woodland habitats. Intertwining with the Sugar Hill Loop, the Saint Paul Loop Trail varies immensely in elevation and provides a stunning view of the Clinch River Valley. The trail leads up to the Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve. At an elevation of 1,668 ft., the...

01 Dec

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Rt. 611 Cumberland Mountain Scenic Drive was designated in 2009 as a Virginia Scenic Byway State Rt. 611.Beginning in Clintwood, and winding through the Mountains, you will find several tourism attractions spurring off the route. Birch Knob Tower located in the Jefferson National Forest, Airplane Rock overlook, John Flannagan Dam and Reservoir, Branham Farm, Virginia Birdwatching Trail, Horseback riding trails, hiking trails, mountain streams as well as an abundance of wildlife viewing along the drive....

01 Dec

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Park includes a 9-hole golf course, pro shop, tennis and picnic shelter.The most challenging and scenic golf course in the Mountain Empire. Ask about our Tuesday Senior Citizen Specials and our Thursday Ladies Day Specials! Cash or check only-Credit/Debit NOT accepted...

01 Dec

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This 1.5 mile historical trail is an interpretive hike back to 1892, when a massacre at the site left five people dead at what was dubbed “the killing rock.”  Open to hiking, biking, and equestrian, this trail is considered moderately intensive.Elevations range from 1860 to 2260 feet.From Pound VA:  Take Highway 23 north for 3.6 miles.  Turn left on SR 667/Potterstown Road.  Follow this for 0.6 miles. Park in the wide graveled area on the...

01 Dec

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Powell Valley is a picturesque location, with an overlook accessible from the Northbound lanes of U.S. Route 23. A number of homes, farms, and a church are located in the valley below the overlook.The valley begins between Powell Mountain and Little Stone Mountain where the waters of the Powell River flow down from the rugged mountains of western Wise County. The immense exposed rock face where Stone Mountain and Powell Mountain come together near Grindstone...