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Feb 18, 2022 · The best parts of the Virginia mountains are found in small towns. The 11 charming and nostalgic mountain towns we’ve provided all offer something unique: whether it be a historic town with plenty to see or an outdoor enthusiast’s dream destination.
May 4, 2024 · 10 Best Mountain Towns in Virginia, According to Locals. These are the best mountain towns in Virginia for scenic views and outdoor adventures. The diversity in Virginia’s geographical...
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Oct 30, 2014 · It is one of a line of mainly nameless peaks that make up the Blue Ridge, a wall of mountains running northeast to southwest across central Virginia from Roanoke to the Potomac River. These are old mountains, created a few hundred million years ago in the Paleozoic Era.
Hike the Chief Benge Scout Trail, a 20-mile track. Sections of the path conveniently start at the highland impoundments of High Knob Lake and Bark Camp Lake. See the waterfalls and chilly swimming holes of the Devils Bathtub. View another geological wonder at Natural Tunnel State Park.
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Oct 19, 2023 · Within reach of many East Coast metropolises, Virginia’s mountains draw in visitors of all stripes with iconic locations like the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Parkway. But without the charm of mountain towns in Virginia and their people, this region of Appalachia would not be the same.
Feb 19, 2023 · From the Civil War history of Lexington and the WWII memorial in Bedford to the music history of Bristol and the burgeoning metropolis of Roanoke, each of the mountain towns in Virginia has its own unique offerings.
Mount Rogers on the border of Smyth and Grayson County, Virginia's tallest mountain, reaches 5,729 feet (1,746 meters) above sea level today. The second-highest point in the state, the summit of Whitetop Mountain, is 5,520 feet high. In contrast, the high point in Washington, DC is only 429 feet above sea level.
