| Area Attractions |
| The Natural Bridge of Virginia |
| We run river trips on 62 miles of the James River and 37 miles of the Maury River. We have trips for everyone, from novice to whitewater expert, from fisherman to photographers, and from day-trippers to wilderness campers. We have some of the best white water canoe trips in Virginia. |
| Virginia's largest, and only drive-thru, zoo. Hundreds of animals roaming free on a 180-acre preserve. Feed, touch and observe camels, herds of zebras, elk , llamas, bison, ostrich, many varieties of deer and antelope, giraffe and much more. 3 miles of safari roads winding through beautiful Shenandoah Valley countryside let you enjoy animals in a natural environment. Visit animals from 6 continents without ever leaving Virginia! |
| There's racing every Saturday evening, from April through October. Pit Gates and Spectator Gates open at 4:00 PM and racing begins at 6:30 PM sharp. In operation since 1954, our oval, 3/8's mile red clay surface, features 5 divisions: Any Car, Late Model, Pure Stock, Sportsman, and Street Stock. |
| Outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities make the Blue Ridge Parkway one of the most popular units of the National Park System. "America's Favorite Drive" winds its way 469 miles through mountain meadows and past seemingly endless vistas. Split-rail fences, old farmsteads and historic structures complement spectacular views of distant mountains and neighboring valleys. |
| One Of The 7 Natural Wonders Of The World Owned By Thomas Jefferson Initialed By George Washington 215 Feet Tall 90 Feet Wide |
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| Hot cars...smokin' tires...this is one FAST 1/8 mile drag strip! From the Fast & Furious Friday night action to the Foot Brake, Super-Pro and Outlaw (and other classes) action on Saturday. This is the place to cure your need for speed!! |
| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™, only 5 miles from scenic Natural Bridge, is a family vacation camping resort. Located on the James River nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Interstate 81 . Campers have a choice of either a waterfront site along the James River or a deeply wooded area. Each campsite has its own picnic table and fire ring. We can accommodate any size RV. Campground Open March 17 - Nov. 30 |
| Enjoy fishing in a stocked trout pond and the James River which offer the angler a variety of fish, including bass, pike, pickerel, channel cats, mud cats and perch. Other recreation includes: game room with pool tables, 18 hole mini-golf, swimming lake with beach area, separate swimming pool, 2 playgrounds, basketball court, canoe and tube rentals, hayrides, hiking trails and hunting in the adjoining Jefferson National Forest. Modern bath houses, laundry, camp store, firewood, air conditioned rec hall, pavillion, cabin rental, propane. ADA compliant toilets and showers are located in the Lower Campground Bathhouse. |
| Nestled in Rockbridge County in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, near Historic Lexington, Cottage Farm Bed & Breakfast is a beautifully preserved 1871 Victorian farmhouse on over four acres of landscaped grounds. Owned and operated by hosts Ken and Denise Gorsky, Cottage Farm offers you luxurious accommodations, memorable breakfasts, and relaxed and friendly hospitality. Come and be pampered! |
| Enjoy a scrumptious full country breakfast in our formal dining room. As a sampling, breakfast begins with juice and seasonal fruit sometimes served in exotic fashions such as gingered melon and strawberry soup or simply as a fruit cup. Tempt your palate with a baked goodie of freshly baked muffins, cinnamon buns, coffeecake, or crumb cake. Morning entrees include a variety of specialty dishes including eggs, French toast and pancakes; Egg Nests Provencale, Pineapple Up-Side-Down French Toast, and light & fluffy Blueberry Pancakes prepared from an old family recipe, to name a few. Choose from a wide selection of gourmet teas or freshly ground coffee brewed before breakfast for those who need an early cup and is available throughout breakfast. Come join us and enjoy. |
| Other Attractions |
| The Vista Links is an 18-hole, Par-72 Public Golf Course located in Buena Vista, Virginia (10 minutes from Glasgow). This Rick Jacobson designed course has 5-sets of tees ranging from 4,941 yards to 6,925 yards, a deluxe driving range, and Pro-Shop for all your golfing needs. |
| Cave Mountain Lake nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, (and just minutes from Glasgow) welcomes generations of families who enjoy the rustic beauty and peacefulness of the area. Daytime visitors and campers alike favor swimming, picnicking, sunning and fishing at Cave Mountain Lake. The Civilian Conservation Corps built the 7-acre, man-made lake in the 1930's using existing buttresses of natural rock to form a 35-foot high dam. The CCC’s also built the Log Picnic Shelter using trees and rocks from the area. Its massive stone fireplace and rough-hewn beams evoke an atmosphere of days long past. Just a short drive from Cave Mountain Lake are the James River Face Wilderness, with many hiking trails including the Appalachian Trail; the Blue Ridge Parkway; and other historical and scenic places to visit. |
| Situated in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, the Glenwood & Pedlar Ranger Districts stretch over 223,000 acres from just south of Waynesboro, VA to just north of Troutville, VA. Recreation opportunities abound for visitors, ranging from a short day hike along a shaded stream to a week-long backpacking trip up and down rugged mountain trails. There are over 300 miles of hiking trails, including approximately 120 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. The 65-mile Glenwood Horse Trail provides a variety of experiences for the horse enthusiast, while the South Pedlar ATV Trail System is available to those wanting to ride their ATV’s and dirt bikes. Want to stay a few days to see more? Camping experiences are available in developed campgrounds. Campsites range from those with electric hook-ups to the more primitive sites nestled in the forest. |
| Located in Lexington (18 miles away), The Virginia Horse Center is a 600 acre state-of-the-art environment for horse shows and other livestock events. There are currently eight barns to accommodate 750 horses in permanent stabling, and approximately 1200 horses indoors in permanent and temporary stabling. Two of the barns are winterized, which along with their proximity to our 4,000 seat indoor coliseum, allow the horse show calendar to extend throughout the year. The Virginia Horse Center has eighteen show rings and arenas, including the 300' x 150' indoor Waldron Arena in the Howard P. Anderson Coliseum. There is a five-mile Olympic caliber cross-country course, and also an internationally recognized carriage driving marathon course on our Oak Hill property. Future plans for Oak Hill include a steeplechase course and steeplechase timber as well. The Center also offers such amenities as a 2 campgrounds, a restaurant and catering service with banquet facilities, a gift shop, and more. Events happen all year! Visit their site to see the schedule!! |
