"Area
Attractions "
Spring, summer
and fall brings a celebration of culture and heritage.
Festivals for all ages - the famed Beach Music Festival,
Bluegrass and Gospel Festivals, Cabbage Festival, Summer
Jazz Festival and the Virginia Peach Festival bring
into focus the past and present of Patrick County.
See craftsmen at work at
Mabry Mill, the largest tourist attraction on the Blue
Ridge Parkway, and excite your senses with freshly harvested
fruits and vegetables from the area's vast orchards
and wineries.
Visit the some of the local
attractions or attend a civil war reenactment. We have
a diverse offering of activities and events for the
whole family.
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Mabry
Mill
Located
on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 176.2.
Grinding mill and other old-time mountain industry
exhibits. Trails for walking and a full service
restaurant.
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Kibler
Valley
Scenic
river community well known for its trout fishing
and canoeing.
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Pilot
Mountain
This
solitary peak is the centerpiece of Pilot Mountain
State Park. Located in nearby Pinnacle, NC the
park offers camping, fishing, canoeing, educational
events, rock climbing and scenic trails.
Visit
their website.
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Château
Morrisette
Located
on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway in Floyd County,
Virginia, Château Morrisette brings unique
style and character to both its wine and fine
foods. www.chateaumorrisette.com
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Wood Brothers Racing Shop & Museum
Visit the Wood Bros Museum, just off highway 58 in Stuart. Open weekdays 8:30 to noon and 1pm to 5pm, no admission. www.woodbrothersracing.com
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Reynolds
Homestead
As
a Continuing Education Center of Virginia Tech,
the Reynolds Homestead offers a wide variety
of
programs and classes for all ages and interests.
All are open to the public, and many are free.
Visit
their website
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Philpott
Lake
Philpott Lake
is maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers for boating,
camping, fishing, and picnicking. Approximately 5,000
acres are licensed to the Virginia Game Department for
wildlife management purposes.
Get more information.
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