Heart of Appalachia Brochure

Stone Mountain Overlook, Pennington Gap

Realize your heart’s desire… in the Heart of Appalachia We’re known for exciting outdoor adventure and relaxing scenic beauty. You can elevate your heart rate by hiking, biking, kayaking, rock climbing, ATV riding, and whitewater ra ing. But if relaxing is more your style, we’ve got camping, shing, tubing, waterfalls, museums, wineries, elk tours, history, and quaint down- towns strung together by the most stunning scenic roads. Our mountains are full of amazing one-of-a-kind things to do, places to see, and a rich cultural heritage for you to experience. Y’all come on over!!

Appalachian Backroads Spearhead Trail Water Adventure/Fishing Bicycling Hiking & Climbing Wildlife Viewing Museums Performance Arts/Music Family Fun Events State Parks & More Find Your Way Attractions Dining Lodging Camping and RV Parks Artisan Trails

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We are St. Paul, and we moved a river, and it still moves us today. We invite you to come and visit us. Be our guest. Paddle our waters, and hike our trails. Soak in the nature that abounds and experience all the opportunities that make the Clinch River Valley the place where America Goes Outdoors. Play Eat Stay

• Giovanni’s Pizza • Fat Boy’s BBQ • Sugar Hill Brewing Company • Milton’s • Dew Drop N

• Mountain View Lodge • St. Paul Suites & Cottages • Western Front Hotel • Maggie Way RV Park • Ridge Runner Campground

• Clinch River Adventures • Spearhead Trails - Mountain View ATV Trails* • Sugar Hill Trails • Blue Bell Island & Clinch Trails • Oxbow Lake • Clinch River Days Festival • Clinch Life Outfitters

Learn

• St. Paul Railroad Museum • Mountain Heritage Museum • Wetlands Estonoa • J. Fred Matthews Memorial Library

For more Stay & Play ideas, visit www.StPaulVA.org St. Paul, A Moving River Experience.

*Trails open to ATV/OHV, Mountain Biking & Hiking

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Skullcracker, Scott Co.

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Appalachian Backroads

Skull Cracker – 110 Miles – is beautiful motorcycle route passes historical buildings and cemeteries, the world-famous Clinch River, a stunning waterfall and two charming small towns. Panther’s Breath – 128 Miles – Home to Bald Eagles and plenty of natural beauty as the Appalachian Backroads opens up into valleys and waterways. Start your ride at Natural Tunnel State Park, known as the 8th Wonder of the World. Eagles Nest – 120 Miles – e valleys on this loop provided routes to early pioneers as they moved west-ward towards Cumberland Gap. is route winds along the Powell and Clinch Rivers. Daniel Boone – 164 Miles – Follow in the footsteps of early pioneers along the Daniel Boone Wilderness Road through Virginia’s westernmost Lee County. Black Snake – 129 miles Technical – Moonshine was transported through this region for many years as local “shiners” found routes to allude revenuers. Now you can experience the thrill of taming the mountains used by the moonshiners. Strippers Run – 67 Miles Technical – ere’s bears and other wildlife along this stretch… so keep watch as you travel along. Riding this loop takes concentration to navigate the twist and turns. Woodbooger – 75 Miles Highly Technical – e Woodbooger lives in the deep woods of the highlands near Norton. Following this route will provide a good chance to catch a glimpse of him! Cork Screw – 102 miles – is loop is aptly named because the route is similar to the many turns of a Cork Screw. Enjoy a visit to a local vineyard to pop your own cork for a wine tasting.

Heart Breaker – 137 Miles – e Heart Breaker starts in Lebanon then takes you right through the Heart of Appalachia to Breaks Interstate Park, known as the “Grand Canyon of the South.” e Gargoyle – 112 Miles – is fantastic route takes your through classic small towns like Honaker – the Redbud Capital of the World, Haysi, Richlands, and Cedar Blu with plenty of twists and turns. Back Of e Dragon – 32 Miles Highly Technical – Welcome to the premier road of the east coast with 438 curves over three mountain ranges. e Back of the Dragon is your gateway into the Appalachian Backroads. Scorpion – 163 Miles – Crooked riding over mountain ridges and through Burkes Garden takes you through the beautiful backroads of Tazewell County. Bootlegger – 145 Miles – e bootlegging trade ourished in the Appalachian Mountains and led directly to “the lawless decade” of the 1920s. Police tried for years to shut down the production and smuggling of homemade alcohol, made with a moonshine still. Follow in their tire tracks! Road Runner – 70 Miles – Dare to tame the mountains

of the Appalachian Backroads on the RoadRunner mountain tour from Gate City to Breaks Interstate Park. Be the King of the Mountain.

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Forest Green ATV - Sam Dean

1 Permit, 5 Trail Systems, Hundreds of Miles... Permit good for 1 year from purchase date Nestled in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in Southwest Virginia, Spearhead Trails helps you tap into your inner explorer. With close proximity to major cities like Knoxville, Lexington, Charlotte and Roanoke, Spearhead Trails is never too far out of your reach, o ering miles of family-friendly trails within the magni cent forests of this majestic region. 276-807-7581 www.spearheadtrails.com Spearhead Trails

Spearhead Trails is known for uniquely different, challenging off-road experiences, but not just the motor-driven type. Whether your pleasure is hiking, biking, horseback riding, or OHV, there is a trail ready to be explored. There are many equestrian trails throughout the region. For all things outdoor adventure, there’s no question that the Heart of Appalachia is YOUR destination of choice.

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Bluestone River, Falls Mills

Fishing

Water Adventure Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, Boating Here are just a few of the splendid locations for water recreation. ere’s a relaxing o shore oat just waiting to include YOU! • Big Cherry Reservoir - Big Stone Gap • Clinch River - Tazewell VA to Kyles Ford TN • Bark Camp Lake - Between Dungannon & Tacoma • John Flanagan Reservoir - Haysi • Pound River - Pound to Breaks Interstate Park • Powell River - Headwaters located in Wise County • Lake Keokee - Near Big Stone Gap • Lake Witten - Tazewell • Laurel Bed Lake - Between Lebanon & Richlands • North Fork Pound Reservoir - Pound • South Fork Holston River - Near Gate City Whitewater Ra ing & Extreme Watersports • Breaks Interstate Park - Russell Fork (Class V) • Clinch River - Taylor’s Mill to Cedar Blu 13.5 miles (Class I & II) • Bluestone River, Falls Mills - 2+ mile VA section at Falls Mills includes 8 . falls • Little Stony Falls - 3 mile trek from 28 . vertical drop at Falls to Hanging Rock, Coeburn

Lincolnshire Park - Rainbow Trout; Cat sh Little Stony Creek - Special Reg catch & release; Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout Big Cherry Reservoir - Trout, Bass & Sun sh Big Stony/Mountain Fork - Special Reg catch & release; Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout Pound River Below Flannagan Dam - Special Reg 16” minimum, only tail-water trout shery in SW VA. Roaring Fork - Special Reg catch & release; Brook Trout Pound River Below North Fork Pound River Dam - Delayed Harvest; Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout Little Tumbling Creek - Special Reg wild trout shery; Brook Trout Dismal Creek - Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout Flannagan Dam & Reservoir - KY Spotted, Hybrid Striped, Large, and Smallmouth Bass, Walleye Pound Reservoir, North Fork - KY Spotted, Large, and Smallmouth

Bass, Cat sh, Crappie, Musky, Walleye Keokee Lake - Largemouth Bass, Cat sh Bark Camp Lake - Largemouth Bass, Cat sh, Trout Lake Witten - Large and Smalllmouth Bass, Redbreast Sun sh, Trout Clinch River - Large and Smallmouth

Bass, Walleye, Sauger*, Rock Bass, Cat sh, Redbreast, Longear, Bluegill Sun sh, Musky, Black Crappie, Freshwater Drum North Fork of the Holston - Smallmouth and Rock Bass, Cat sh, Sun sh Powell River - Large and Smallmouth Bass, Rock Bass, Cat sh, Redbreast Sun sh, Musky

Get your FREE Fishing Map to nd all the best shing spots. Download or order online at HeartOfAppalachia.com or call us at 276.762.0011.

Russell Fork - Smallmouth Bass, Trout Wise Lake Reservoir - Trout & Bass Norton Reservoir - Trout and Cat sh

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Sugar Hill Trail System, St. Paul

Biking Biking In e Mountains

Organized Events Looking for a challange? Consider cycling Benge’s Revenge, Burkes Garden Century Road or the Guest River Rally. Check our website for cycling events held throughout the year. Intense Mountain Biking Austin Gap Loop Trail, Pound —4.1 miles strenuous trail with elevation range from 1920 to 2670 Breaks Interstate Park Trails, Breaks —12 miles of stack loop trails, including IMBA trails: the Cardiac & Rattlesnake through the “Grand Canyon of the South” Chief Benge Scout Trail, Norton —18.7 miles fromHigh Knob to Hanging Rock Counts Cabin Trail, Clintwood — 9.5 mile loop & part of Pine Mtn. Trail High Knob Trail, Norton — 33 miles through woodlands & streams Laurel Fork Trail, Pound —1.5 miles highly di cult trail on Cumberland Mountain Little Stony Trail, Coeburn — 2.8 mile trail follows/crosses Stony Creek Michael D. Young Trail, Grundy —3.3 miles rugged terrain and steep incline Pine Mountain Trail, Clintwood —22.8 miles along the rugged spine of Pine Mountain; some extremely rocky sections Red Fox Trail, Pound —1.5 mile historic trail with elevation from 1860 to 2260 . Stone Mountain Trail, Dryden —14 miles along the rugged crest of Stone Mountain Straight Fork Ridge Trail, Fort Blackmore —1.2 miles with elevation from 2760 to 3435 . Flag Rock Area Trails, Norton —More than 8 miles of single- and double- track in Norton’s Flag Rock Recreation Area. Wallen Ridge Trail, Du eld —6.9 miles on the High Knob landform under a canopy of hardwoods following the crest of Wallen Ridge from Lovelady Gap on Stone Mountain

Benge’s Revenge, Norton —25, 50 and 75 mile loop rided eveloped as a race Burke’s Garden —12 mile loop through “God’s umbprint” accessed from Rt. 623 Heart of Appalachia State Scenic Bike Route —128 miles fromTazewell to Guest River Gorge; combo of paved back roads, forest service and rails to trails; a VA Scenic Byway Fincastle Turnpike —Wilderness Road from Fincastle to Cumberland Gap; 248 miles of paved and forest service roads Great 80 Curves of Challenge —Virginia’s portion of the Trans-America Bike Route fromMeadowview to Breaks Interstate Park and more elevation gain than any other state! Paved roadway; a VA Scenic Byway Leisure Rides Bull Creek Pedestrian and Bike Trail, Harman — 1.5 miles of crushed stone trail with extension underway Bark Camp Lake Trails. Dungannon —3.7 mile lakeside trail Greenbelt Trail, Big Stone Gap — 3 mile loop around Big Stone Gap’s historic district, along the Powell River and through Bullitt Park Guest River Gorge Trail, Coeburn — 5.8 miles crushed stone rail trail Lake Keokee Loop, Keokee — 3.7 miles around the 92 acre lake Sugar Hill Loop Trail, St. Paul — 8 miles of trails, some steep climbs Wilderness Road Trail, Ewing —8 miles of scenic trails connecting Wilderness Road State Park to Cumberland Gap Campground Bicycle Rentals & Out tters Big Stone Gap Visitor Center —306Wood Ave, Big Stone Gap 276-523-2303 Clinch Life Out tters —3022 5th Ave, St. Paul 276-608-6907 Mattie’s Place - 920 Gose Mill Rd., Burkes Garden, Tazewell 276-472-2222 Iron Works Cycling— 520 Wood Ave E, Big Stone Gap 276-393-9419 Stone Mountain Adventures, LLC —1215 Kentucky Ave SE Lot #2, Norton 276-679-5334 Wilderness Road State Park —8051 Wilderness Rd Trail, Ewing, VA 276-445-3065

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Channels Natural Area Preserve, Rosedale

Hiking and Climbing Appalachia Appalachia Loop Trail Cold Spring Dr 276-679-8370 Appalachia Powell River Trail 722WMain St 276-562-3900 Lake Keokee Loop Trail George Washington & Je erson National Forest 276-679-8370 Bee Tunnel-Roaring Branch Trail Bullitt Park 103 Shawnee Ave 276-532-5592 Greenbelt Trail Bullitt Park 276-523-0115 Breaks Breaks Interstate Park 627 Commission Circle 276-865-4413 Burkes Garden Appalachian Trail Rt. 623 276-322-1345 Cleveland TankHollowFalls Trail 127Hall St. 276-889-4365 Cedar Blu Cedar Blu Overlook 1OverlookDr 276-964-4889 Clintwood Birch Knob Tower Birch Knob Dr, Route 611 276-926-6074 Counts Cabin Trail George Washington & Je erson National Forest 276-679-8370 Pine Mountain Trail Birch Knob Road 276-679-8370 Cranes Nest Trail State Rt. 83 276-926-6074 Coeburn Guest River GorgeTrail 2800 VA Rt. 72 276-679-8370 Roaring Branch Rd Big Stone Gap

Du eld Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnell Pkwy 276-940-2674 Devils Fork Loop Trail Big Cherry Reservoir 276-523-2303 Dungannon Devil’s Bathtub &Waterfall 1565 FS Begley 276-386-6521 Little Stony Recreation Trail 427 FS Hanging Rock 276-386-6521 Bark Camp Lake 551 FS Bark Camp Lake 276-679-8370 Hanging Rock Trail 18948 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ewing Cumberland Gap National Historical Park 606-248-2817 Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Road 276-445-3065 Wilderness Road Trail Wilderness Road State Park 276-445-3065 Sand Cave andWhites Rock Trails omas Walker Park 276-346-4629 Fort Blachmore Devils Fork Trail System Rte 619 to FS road 2631 276-679-8370 Straight Fork Ridge 1565 FS Begley 276-679-8370 Grundy Bull Creek Trail State Route 604 Michael D. Young Hiking & Biking Trail 1350 Slate Creek Road 276-935-5436 Spearhead Trails- Coal Canyon 1810 Fairgrounds Circle 276-807-7581

Haysi John W. Flannagan Dam and Reservoir Spillway Rd 276-835-9544 Hayter’s Gap ClinchMountain Trail Rt. 80 Keokee Lake Keokee Loop Trail SR 623 le to SR 876 276-679-8370 Lebanon BrumleyMountainTrail 21877-22051 Raven Ridge Pinnacle Area Natural Preserve VA 721 Great Channels Natural Area Preserve State Route 80 276-236-2322 Norton Chief Benge Scout Trail Rt. 238 276-679-8370 Flag Rock Area Trails Rt. 619 Flag Rock Road 276-679-0754 High Knob Recreation Area Rt 238 276-679-8370 Legion Park Trail Norton Parks & Rec. Dept. 276-679-0754 Norton Reservoir State Rt. 619 276-679-0754 Pennington Gap Cave Springs Recreation Area Cave Springs Campground 276-679-8370 Spearhead Trails- Stone Mountain 100 Fairground Road 276-807-7581 Wallen Ridge Trail VA 619/Lovelady Gap Road 276-679-8370 Pocahontas PocahontasWalking Trail Rt 102 800-588-9401 Spearhead Trails- Pocahontas 385 Railroad Alley 276-807-7581

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Buchanan County Elk Population-DGIF

Wildlife Viewing

Guided Elk Tours Elk Tours are now available through reservations at Breaks Interstate Park and Southern Gap Outdoor Adventures. The Elk population continues to expand and flourish through the efforts of Department of Game and Inland Fisheries and the SWVA Chapter of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Bird and Wildlife Watching The Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trails follow scenic driving roads that take you to Virginia’s best watching areas. The Department of Game & Inland Fisheries has 7 trails in the region. Watch for silver fox, black bear, wild turkeys and many birding species including the majestic bald eagle. Visit these loops: • Appalachian Wonders Loop • Big Stone Gap Loop • Clinch Mountain Loop

Pound Austin Gap Loop Trail SR 630 / Almira Road 276-679-8370 Laurel Fork Trail George Washington & Je erson National Forest 276-679-8370 North Fork of Pound Reservoir Rt. 630 276-796-5775 Phillips Creek Loop Trail George Washington & Je erson National Forest 276-679-8370 Red Fox Trail 12245 Potter Town Rd 276-679-8370 St. Paul Oxbow Lake Park Intersection of Rt. 63 & Rt. 58 ALTWest 276-762-5297 Spearhead Trails- Mountain View 3028 4th Ave, Market Square 276-807-7581 Sugar Hill Loop Trail Sugar Hill Loop 276-762-5297 Blue Bell Island 16651 Riverside Dr Tazewell Cavitt’s Creek Park/LakeWitten Rec. Area 750 Recreation Dr 276-988-7250 Wise Appalachian’sWonders Loop Trail UVAWise

• Daniel Boone Loop • Lonesome Pine Loop • Mountain Heritage Loop • St. Paul Loop Please Visit www.dgif.virginia.gov/wildlife-watching/ for more info.

Our Wetlands offer even more opportunities for wildlife experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Eastern box turtles and snappers coexist, as do tree frogs and bullfrogs. Coots share the water with mallards while whitetail deer sip from the shore as cuckoos and warblers provide the soundtrack. Look closely and you may find an eastern mud salamander or two. Wet- lands Estonoa is a Virginia wildlife preserve and a state Birding and Wildlife Trail.

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Southwest Virginia Museum, Big Stone Gap

Museums

A.P. Carter Museum 3449 A.P. Carter Highway, Gate City 276-594-0676

Lonesome Pine School & Heritage Center. 511 Clinton Avenue, Big Stone Gap 276-523-1111 www.lpshc.net Houses archives and memorabilia from local schools, communities and families. Mountain Heritage Museum & Gallery 16542 Russell Street, Saint Paul 276-762-7500 is museum features artifacts, publications and photographs from the region with space for rotating displays. Dr. Phipps Family Museum 194 Dickenson Hwy, Clintwood 276-926-1676 You’ll nd medical memorabilia, instruments and equipment used in the 1920s in this enlightning museum. Pocahontas Exhibition Mine & Museum 215 Shop Hollow Road, Pocahontas 276-945-2134 e Exhibition Coal Mine is the only Exhibition Coal mine designated as a National Historic Landmark and is the o cial Coal Heritage Museum of the Commonwealth. e Du eld Depot Intersection of Hwy US 23, 421, and 58, Du eld is depot was used as a prop in the movie, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” and is full of photographs, lanterns, whistles, schedules and much more. Ralph Stanley Museum & Mountain Music Center 249 Main Street, Clintwood 276-926-8550 www.RalphStanleyMuseum.com Interactive museum contains the extensive collection of Dr. Ralph Stanley memorabilia, vintage instruments and awards of the legendary Grammy winner. Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park 10 West 1st Street North, Big Stone Gap 276-523-1322 Collections and exhibits that tell the story of Southwest Virginia. Many events and special programs throughout the year. www.VirginiaStateParks.gov

www.CarterFamilyFold.org Rustic 800+ seat music venue o ering traditional music every Saturday night. Museum opens an hour prior to the show. Historic Crab Orchard Museum & Pioneer Park 3663 Crab Orchard Road, Tazewell 276-988-6755 To experience the past, stroll through the 14 structures on site or tour with expert guides. Dante Coal Mining & RR Museum 30 Straight Hollow Road, Dante 276-495-8103 Visitors enjoy exhibits of coal and railroad memorabilla. Inside, you’ll get a glimpse into Dante in its prime. Harry W. Meador Coal Museum 570 Shawnee Ave E, Big Stone Gap 276-523-9209 Various displays exist in the museum, including a collection of photographs, mining equipment and tools. John Fox, Jr. Museum 117 Shawnee Avenue E, Big Stone Gap 276-523-2747 www.BigStoneGap.com/attractions/john-fox-jr-museum Historical Landmark built in 1888, where John Fox, Jr. wrote “ e Trail of the Lonesome Pine.” June Tolliver House & Folkart Center 522 Clinton Avenue E, Big Stone Gap 276-523-4707 Playhouse www.JuneTolliverHouse.com Tour the National & VA Landmark and local artisan shop. Old Russell County Courthouse & Dickenson/Bundy Log House 24071 US HWY 58, Castlewood 276-794-7030 Built in 1799, the old courthouse is a VA Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Ralph Stanley Museum, Clintwood

e stage is set, let the performance begin... Performance Arts Performance Arts aren’t in short supply in our mountain wonderland. From community playhouses and large auditoriums to outdoor amphitheaters, you’ll nd original skits, o Broadway performances, and ballet in our Appalachian utopia. Appalachia Cultural Arts Center - Appalachia Appalachia Cultural Arts Center’s goal is to revitalize the souls and spirits of a community and her people through the use of the arts and humanities. 276-565-1049 Lee eater - Pennington Gap Lee eatre is a completely renovated 1930’s theater showcasing a wide variety of entertainment from local productions to world renowned acts in this 500 seat venue in Pennington Gap. 276-546-4000 Citizens for the Arts - Richlands Citizens for the Arts (CART) provide Arts-In-Education programs that expand the horizons of the public through musical ensembles, revues, and theatrical productions. 276-963-3385 eatre Guild of Buchanan County - Grundy Performance arts group with seasonal shows in Grundy. 276-259-5353 Trail of the Lonesome Pine - Big Stone Gap e Trail of the Lonesome Pine Outdoor Drama is the O cial Outdoor Drama of the Commonwealth of Virginia. 276-523-2303 Pro-Art - Wise Pro-Art brings both musical and theatrical productions to southwestern Virginia. 276-376-4520

ere’s music around every bend in the road throughout the Heart of Appalachia! Music You don’t have to travel far to nd a jam, concert, music festival or competition. Bluegrass, Country, Old-Time are staples in our Appalachian Mountain home. • Carter Family Fold, Hiltons - Saturday Concert • Country Cabin II, Norton - Saturday Concert • Ralph Stanley Museum & Traditional Mtn. Music Center, Clintwood At numerous weekly Jam Sessions the players are so talented , you’d swear they belong on a stage somewhere. Bring your own strings and play along. ey’d love to have you! But it’s plenty fun just to watch, and listen…and maybe someone will teach you how to do some at- footin’! ese Crooked Road A lliate Venues will keep your toes tappin’. • Lays Hardware Center for the Arts, Coeburn - ursday Jam, Friday Concert • Pickin’ in the Pound, Pound Town Hall - ursday Jam • Allen Hicks’ Jam, Nickelsville - Friday Jam • Ma & Pa’s, Castlewood - Sunday A ernoon Gospel, Monday Jam, Friday Concert

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Creation Kingdom Zoo

Family Fun Monkeys, and Tunnels, and Paddles...Oh My! Spend three delightful days treating the family to action, history, and “the Eighth Wonder of the World.” Stay in a cool cottage or camp at Natural Tunnel State Park and experience the chairli to the gorge oor, the Blockhouse, and “Canorkeling.” Additional activities include feeding the animals at the Zoo, amazing nature hikes, Drive-In eater, live bluegrass music, and ATV riding... rentals and guided excursions are available. Geocaching Everyone loves a treasure hunt and geocaching is a popular passtime in our outdoor adventureland. Breaks Interstate Park, Natural Tunnel State Park, Southwest Virginia Museum State Park and Wilderness Road State Park have caching ops!

Cave Exploration Caving is always a hit with the kids! Cumberland Gap, Natural Tunnel State Park, Cave Springs, and Sand Cave are just the activitiy for the underground adventurer. Check into a guided tour. Creation Kingdom Zoo Just outside of Gate City (Snow ake), visitors may interact with rare animals in an intimate setting; rated in the top 10 animal encounters by Trip Advisor. Bigfoot Hunting Norton’s long been known as Woodbooger Country. Search for this elusive critter at Flag Rock; there’s even a festival dedicated to this mysterious creature each October. While you’re there, climb a rock, explore a path, catch a sh, and have a picnic!

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Russell County Fair - Patsy Phillips

Events

Spring (April - June) Appalachian Festival, Blue eld - April Festival of the Arts, SWVA Community College - April Redbud Festival, Honaker - April Trade Faire &Muster, Natural Tunnel State Park - April Blessing of the Bikes, Burkes Garden - May Gathering in the Gap, SWVAMuseum, BSG - May Nickelsville Days, Nickelsville - May Raid at Martin’s Station, Wilderness Road State Park - May Mountain Man Rendezvous, Historic Crab Orchard Museum - May Greater Richlands Festival, Richlands - May Ralph Stanley Bluegrass Fest/Hills of Home, McClure - Memorial DayWknd. Clinch River Days Festival, St. Paul - Wknd. a er Memorial Day Bees, Blooms & Bluegrass Festival, Old Russell County Courthouse - June Mtns. of Music Homecoming, Region-wide - June

Best Friend Festival, Norton - June ClinchMtn. Music Fest, Carter Fold, Gate City &Hiltons - June Field Fest, Blue eld - June, July & August Tri-State Singing Competition, MECC, BSG - June Summer (July - September) Chillin’ & Grillin’ in the Glades, Wise - July Cooks and Books, St. Paul - July Mountain Treasures Festival, Dungannon - July Old Time & Bluegrass Fiddlers’ Conv., Tazewell - July Potter’s Knoll Arts & Cra s Festival, Breaks Park - July Main Street Moments Festival, Tazewell - July Carter Familly Traditional Music Festival, Carter Fold, Hiltons-August Coal & Railroad Days, Appalachia - August Dante Lives On Reunion, Dante - August Papa Joe Smiddy Mtn. Music Festival, Natural Tunnel-August Rte. 23 Music Festival, UVa-Wise - August High Knob Naturalist Rally, Norton - August/September Tri-State Gospel Sing, Breaks Park - Labor Day Wknd. Big Stone Celtic Festival, Big Stone Gap - September Blue eld Autumn Jamboree, Blue eld - September Burkes Garden Fall Festival, Burkes Garden -September Coal Miners Reunion, Pocahontas - September Doc Boggs Festival, Norton - September Fall Harvest Celebration, Punkin Patch Farm, Nickelsville - September Farm to Table Dinner, Tazewell - September Pioneer Days, Clintwood - September Spiritfest, Grundy - September Fall (October - December) Boo at the Zoo, Creation Kingdom, Nickelsville - October Du eld Daze, Du eld - Labor Day Wknd. Guest River Rally, Coeburn - Labor Day Wknd.

Bush Mill Days, Nickelsville - October Cloudsplitter 100K, Norton - October

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Best Friends Festival, Norton

Winter (January - March) First Day Hike, All National Parks, State Parks & regional recreation areas - January 1 Old Christmas, Natural Tunnel State Park - January Old Christmas, Old Russell County Courthouse - January

Davenport-Council Octoberfest, Council - October Fall Fling, Appalachia - October Frontier Harvest Festival, Natural Tunnel State Park - October High Knob Hellbender 10K, Norton - October Home Cra Days, MECC, Big Stone Gap - October Oktoberfest, Tazewell - October Russell Fork Autumn Fest, Haysi - October Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure Fall Festival, Grundy - October Tobacco Festival, Pennington Gap - October Heritage Festival & Encampment, Wilderness Road State Park - October Wise Famous Fall Fling, Wise - October Festival of Trees, SWVA Museum, BSG - November Christmas at Karlan Mansion, Wilderness Road State Park -December Lighting of the Tunnel - Natural Tunnel State Park - November &December Frontier Christmas, Historic Crab Orchard Museum, Tazewell - December

County Fairs Buchanan County June Wise County(VA/KY) June Scott County July Tazewell County July Dickenson County August Lee County September Russell County September

EXPLORE VIRGINIA’S GREAT SOUTHWEST

Choose the path less traveled. Come Explore Norton, Virginia: Home to Flag Rock Recreation Area and Gateway to High Knob Recreation Area.

• Camping • Scenic Overlooks • Hiking • Mountain Biking

• Trail Running • Rock Climbing • Fishing • Kayaking

• Four Hotels • 25 Restaurants • Home of the only known Woodbooger Sanctuary

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Little Stoney Falls, Dungannon

State Parks & More WildernessRoadStatePark About 310 acres lie astride the route carved by Daniel Boone in 1775. e Park features a state-of-the-art Visitor Center, the 1877 Karlan Mansion, and Martin’s Station, a replica frontier fort that hosts one of the region’s most exciting events each May – the Raid At Martin’s Station. Visitors can also hike, rent bikes, and horseback ride on the Wilderness Road Trail, linking the park with more than 50 miles of trails in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. CumberlandGapNationalHistorical Park e rst great gateway to the west, the gap in the Cumberland Mountains was rst used by wildlife and Native Americans before Daniel Boone blazed a trail that allowed the westward migration of settlers. Today, the park consists of about 20,000 acres, hiking and equestrian trails, legendary overlooks, and many interpretive.

eCedarsNatural Preserve e Cedars is a near 1800 acre preserve with frontage along the Powell River, ideal for bird watching and nature enthusiasts. e karst landscape o ers glades and woodlands with rugged landscape that serves as a haven for rare plants and animals. Breaks InterstatePark Created by the Russell Fork River as it cut a 1,000 . gorge in Pine Mountain. e 4,500 acre Park features a waterpark, paddleboats, shing, hiking, mountain biking, ziplining, a mountaintop restaurant, camping, elk tours, a lodge, and waterfront cabins. SouthwestVirginiaMuseumHistorical StatePark 10 West 1st Street North, Big Stone Gap 276-523-1322 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Find more information on our museums page. (page 9)

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Pinnacle Overlook, Cumberland Gap

Channels Natural Preserve Channels State Forest is located atop Brumley Mountain, near the 4208 . summit of Middle Knob on Clinch Mountain. It’s maze-like system of sandstone crevices and boulders are inspiration for the preserve’s name. It’s a hiking favorite of locals and visitors alike. Access o Rt. 80 at Elk Garden. Natural Tunnel State Park Called “ e 8th Wonder of the World” by William Jennings Bryant, Natural Tunnel was naturally carved by water through a limestone ridge over thousands of years and spans over 850 . long and 10 stories high. e Park features a chairli ride to the tunnel oor, cave tours, canoe trips on the Clinch River, as well as environmental education at the Cove Ridge Center. Other facilities include campground, picnic areas, gi shop, amphi- theater and a waterpark.

Pinnacle Natural Preserve The Pinnacle Natural Preserve’s unique habitats support at least nine rare species and two scarce natural communities. The Pinnacle has multiple trails, which can be pieced together into a longer day hike if desired! Clinch Ranger District e Clinch Ranger District features some the region’s most amazing natural formations, including the famous Devil’s Bathtub, Little Stony Falls, Guest River Gorge, and High Knob. Recreational options within the national forest area include extensive hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, camping, shing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, picnicking, bird and wildlife watching.

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Mountain Sunset, Big Stone Gap

Find Your Way Heart of Appalachia Virginia Visitor Center e Heart of Appalachia Regional Visitor Center represents 8 localities of far western Virginia. e visitor’s center is centrally located in St. Paul, VA, just o of 4th Avenue. Open 6 days per week, we o er trip planning assistance, maps and literature on attractions and events. www.heartofappalachia.com 276-762-0011 info@heartofappalachia.com #iheartappy Buchanan County Buchanan County Chamber of Commerce o ers visitor information at the Grundy, VA o ce. Maps, brochures, and event information. 20786 Riverside Drive, Grundy 276-935-4147 bcchamber@bvu.net Buchanan County Tourism O ce provides visitor information, planning assistance for local events and guides and brochures for area attractions. 3019 Slate Creek Rd., Grundy 276-244-1542 Southern Gap Visitor Center is located at the Coal Canyon ATV Trailhead near Poplar Gap. Opening soon, the Visitor Center provides maps and information for visitors traveling to Buchanan Country area. 1124 Chipping Sparrow Rd, Grundy 276-244-1111 sgadventures.com Dickenson County Breaks Interstate Park Visitor Center provides maps, brochures and interpretive information. Check the website for hours of operation. 627 Commission Circle, Breaks 1-800-933-PARK www.breakspark.com Dickenson County Visitor Center & Chamber of Commerce is also the home of the Dr. Phipps Museum. Located in downtown Clintwood, the Visitor Center is located across the street from the Ralph Stanley Museum. Open Mon–Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. 194 Clintwood Main Street , Clintwood 276-926-6074 www.DickensonVA.org chamber@dcwin.org

Lee County Pennington Gap Visitor Center located just o 421 North at Leeman Field Park at the gateway entrance to Stone Mountain ATV Trail. Home of the Lee eater. Information on Pennington Gap’s attractions and Wilderness Road State Park Visitor Center e Park o ers lms and living history experiences about the pioneer and Daniel Boone history of western Virginia. Tourism information and gi shop. 8051 Wilderness Rd, Ewing 276-445-3065 www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/wilderness-road Russell County Russell County Tourism O ce ; Home of the Channels and Pinnacles Natural Areas. Tourism information for outdoor recreation, lodging, restaurants, attractions and events. 139 Highland Drive, Lebanon www.experiencerussell.com 276-619-1817 Scott County Scott County Tourism O ce is available for trip planning, maps, brochures and event information events. 610 Old Zion Road, Pennington Gap 276-298-5177 www.townofpenningtonva.gov

for outdoor recreation,

festivals, concerts,

attractions and traveling tips to Scott County. Open Mon–Fri 336 Water Street, Gate City 276-3 86-6521 www.explorescottcountyva.org

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O cial State Barn Quilt, Burkes Garden

Wise County/City of Norton Big Stone Gap Visitor Center provides brochures, maps and trip planning for the attractions and events of Big Stone Gap. Museums, outdoor drama, greenbelt, events and festivals. Open Daily 9am-5pm 306 Wood Avenue E, Big Stone Gap 276-523-2303 www.bigstonegap.com Wise County/City of Norton Chamber of Commerce provides maps, brochures and trip assistance for Norton and Wise County including outdoor recreation, music venues, lodging, restaurants and attractions. Mon–Fri 8:30am-4:30pm. 765 Park Avenue SW, Norton 276-679-0961 www.wisecountychamber.org

Tazewell County Tazewell County Visitor Center

Tourism information for planning trips to Tazewell County and gateway to the Original Pocahontas Spearhead Trails. Outdoor Recreation, Museums, Back of the Dragon Motorcycle Route, and festivals. Open Daily 9am-5pm. 163Walnut Street, Blue eld 276-322-1345 http://visittazewellcounty.org

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Kaitlyn Baker

Let the

Heart of Appalachia

Call You Home

Singer, Songwriter, Storyteller, and Heart of Appalachia native, Kaitlyn Baker, shares her love of the westernmost tip of Virginia in song. Give a listen to her praises on our website, then let the Heart of Appalachia call YOU home! Kaitlyn has also just released a new EP, BLACKBIRD, on April 27th. is EP follows the release of the single of the same name which Baker wrote as a tribute to a very close friend, and band member, who was killed by a drunk driver. Baker has performed coast to coast, and has opened for Craig Morgan, Brett Eldredge and Travis Tritt amongst many others. Kaitlyn is quite settled into herself now and is a strong young woman with a message to share and a song in her heart.

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Cowan Mill, Ewing

• Birding And Wildlife Trails • Southern Gap Raceway • Spearhead Trails • Grundy Community Center Cinema 3 Visit Grundy Virg ni • Poplar Gap Park • Elk Watching • Visitors Center • ATV/UTV Friendly

Our dealership has a rock solid reputation of providing excellent service, support and satisfaction. Outdoor Country

Town of Grundy 1185 Plaza Drive Grundy, VA 24614 276-935-2551 www.grundycommunitycenter.org

4407 Steelsburg Hwy Cedar Bluff, VA 24609 (276) 963-0021 www.OutdoorCountryLLC.com

Ralph Stanley Museum

• Jefferson National Forest • Ralph Stanley Museum

• Dr. Phipps Museum • Jettie Baker Center

TOWN OF CLINTWOOD 248 Main Street Clintwood, Va, 24228 Phone: 276-926-8383 Facebook: clintwoodva www.townofclintwood.com

• Kids Corner Park • Birch Knob Tower • Breaks Interstate Park • Clintwood Walking Track • Dickenson County Art Center & Gallery

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Powell Valley, Wise County

Attractions Appalachian Arts Center 2157 Steelsburg Highway, Cedar Blu 276-596-9188 www.appalachianartscenter.org Retail Gallery and Exhibit Space for over 230 cra speople, artists, authors, musicians. Breaks Interstate Park 627 Commission Circle, Breaks 276-865-4413 www.BreaksPark.com A recreational and scenic park, known as the “Grand Canyon of the South,” located on the VA/KY border. Clinch River Adventures 16642 E. Riverside Drive, St. Paul 276-275-4154 www.ClinchRiverAdventures.com Full-service river adventure out tter on the Clinch River, o ering canoe, kayak, tubing, and shing excursions; including shuttle service!

Daniel Boone Interpretive Center Advanced Technology Dr, Du eld, VA Experience the settlement, migration and life of the Daniel Boone era. Country Cabin II 6034 Kent Junction Road, Norton 276-679-3541 www.AppalachianTraditionsInc.com A major venue along the Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail; old-time and bluegrass music. We’ll even teach you country line dancing and mountain-style clogging! Hungry Mother State Park 2854 Park Blvd., Marion 276-781-7400 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Lodging, swimming, camping, trails, conference center and restaurant. Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure 1124 Chipping Sparrow Road. Grundy, VA 276-244-1111 www.sgadventures.com ATV Rentals, elk viewing tours, archery tag. www.LaysHardware.com Lays showcases the greatest mountain music along e Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail! Live music, jam ses- sions & arts, music, and cra s classes in a family- friendly atmosphere. Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Du eld 276-940-2674 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Lodging, amphitheater, swimming, camping, trails, and conference center. ‘Round the Mountain; Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Network One Heartwood Circle, Abingdon 276-492-2410 www.Round eMountain.org Discover your passion along the Artisan Trails of Southwest Virginia. Lays Hardware Center for the Arts 409 East Front Street, Coeburn 276-395-5160

Creation Kingdom Zoo 1692 Snow ake Road, Gate City 276-479-1910

www.CreationKingdomZoo.com Ranked as one of the Tri-Cities top attractions, the zoo o ers visitors a unique and interactive experience with some of the planet’s rarest animals.

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Martin’s Station Wilderness Road State Park, Ewing

Stone Mountain Distilling, LLC 2219 E Main St, Lebanon Hand-cra ed small-batch spirits from Lebanon’s rst legal distillery since prohibition.

Trail of the Lonesome Pine Outdoor Drama 518 Clinton Avenue E, Big Stone Gap 276-523-2303 www.TrailOf eLonesomePine.com Virginia’s o cial outdoor drama features mountain music; a love story surrounded by feuding and nal justice. Performances on urs, Fri, Sat July-August Wetlands Estonoa 3126 Deacon Drive, St. Paul 276-762-5151 wwwWetlandsEstonoa.org Enjoy a relaxing stroll around this nature- made wetland retreat and learn about the student initiated, place-based outdoor learning opportunities. Wilderness Road State Park 8051 Wilderness Road, Ewing 276-445-3065 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Wilderness Road State Park o ers picnicking, hiking, nature, and living history programs. Bicycle rentals available.

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Milton’s, St. Paul

Dining

DOUGHMAKERS PIZZA 109 6th Street NW, Norton 276-679-1099 Facebook: Doughmakers Pizza Pizza, subs, wings, salads & more. Made from scratch dough. Dine In, Free Delivery, Party Room. Big Stone Gap Annie’s Café 311Wood Ave 276-524-4078 Dari Delite 710 Shawnee Ave E 276-523-3921 Four Seasons 731 E 5th St S 276-523-4317 Little Mexico Restaurant 117 Powell Valley Rd 276-523-3992 Red Flower Chinese 323Wood Ave E 276-523-2498 Second Story Café 404 Clinton Ave 276-523-5097 Union Grill 411 3rd Ave East 276-345-1512 G.W. Clisso’s Restaurant 2706 Country Club Rd. 276-524-1488 Blue eld El Patio 523 Commerce Dr 276-322-3300 La Fiesta 504 Commerce Dr 276-322-4745 e Last Fountain 556 Virginia Ave 276-326-1166 Margaret’s Country Corner 500 Virginia Ave 276-322-2555 Savory Flavors 1204 Virginia Ave 276-322-7179 Sho Gun 512 Commerce Dr 276-322-7666 e Villa 4025 College Ave 276-322-5501 Breaks Rhododendron Restaurant 627 Commission Cir 276-865-4413 Castlewood El Palenque Mexican 19108 Hwy 58A 276-762-5228 Ma & Pa’s Restaurant 18928 Hwy 58A 276-762-7533 Romano’s II 2 Memorial Dr 276-762-2335

FISHTALES VA/KY Shopping Center, 696 Hwy 58a E, Norton 276-679-1651 Facebook: Fishtales Norton Fresh Seafood, Famous Chicken Tenders, Pit-Cooked BBQ, Steaks & Burgers; party boxes, large party room.

SUGARHILLBREWINGCOMPANY 16622 Broad Street, St. Paul 276-762-5249 www.EatDrinkBeMerryStPaul.comFacebook: Sugar Hill Brewing Company Fresh beer, fresh food, excellent service & upbeat attitudes in historic downtown St. Paul. Gate City Campus Drive In 184 Kane St 276-386-3702 Family Bakery 101 E Jackson St 276-690-2253 Hob Nob Drive In 2256 Daniel Boone Rd 276-452-4538 Molcajetes Mexican Grill 201W Jackson St 276-386-2833 Smoke-n-Pig’s Stillhouse 132W Jackson St 276-639-9759 Grundy Dotson’s Drive In 24213 Riverside Dr 276-935-7880 El SombreroMexican 1144 Riverside St 276-244-1190 MuddyWater Café 1123 Plaza Dr 276-935-7332 Peking Chinese 1200 Plaza Dr 276-935-8080 Honaker e Farmers Table 414 TomDavis St 276-873-7372 Honey Bea’s Cafe & Ice Cream Parlor 392 S Railroad Ave 276-873-5188

Cedar Blu Stir NDip ATea Bakery 1034 Cedar Valley Dr 276-964-9696 Original Italian Village 1051 Claypool Hill Mall Rd

276-964-2019 Clintwood

Ridgewood Delimart &Wolf Den 1260 Rose Ridge 276-835-9653 Sweet ang Pastries &Restaurant 5709 Dickenson Hwy 276-926-2084 Lasa CasaMexicana 5699 Dickenson Highway 276- 926-6274 Coeburn Big Boys Pizza 230 Front St E 276-395-6666 Frosty Bossie 314 Front St E 276-395-2083 Mi Hacienda 509 Front St W 276-807-1552 Peg’s Dinner 208 2nd St SW 276-807-7558 Davenport Country Drive-In 1042 Howard Flat Road 276-859-2786 Du eld Du eld Grille 187 Du -Patt Hwy 276-431-3283 Red Stone Drive In 439 Natural Tunnel Pkwy 276-940-2916 Fort Blackmore Front Porch Deli 13832 Clinch River Hwy 276-995-1200

MammaMia 412 Putman Rd 276-873-5978 Ray’s Country Kitchen 5484 Redbud Hwy 276-873-5184 Haysi Main St Pizzeria and Grill 279 Main St 276-865-4422 Pizza Factory 239 Main St 276-865-4747 Pizza Plus 408 Main St 276-865-4400

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Fisher & Company, Tazewell

Jonesville ABetter Burger 33739 Main St Suite 102 276-346-6768 Lebanon

El Centenario 205 River Bend Dr 276-546-0044 Rooster’s Pub 41780 EMorgan Ave 276-546-4190 Ruby’s Country Steak House 131 Industrial Dr 276-546-6900 Pocahontas Country Kitchen at Real McCoy Cabins 156Wood Smoke Way 276-945-3106 PoundingMill Cuz’s Uptown Barbeque 15746 Gov Gc Peery Hwy 276-964-9014 Sugar Street Bakery 12583 Gov GC Peery Hwy Giovanni’s Pizza 2003 2Nd St 276-963-0166 King Kone Drive In 2633 Front St 276-963-7875 Roma’s Restaurant 385 Front St 276-964-4464 Sandy’s at Randy’s Old Fashioned Soda Fountain 3118 Cedar Valley Dr 276-964-5077 e BeardedMoose 1557 Front St 276-963-4400 e Communication Café 105 So olk Ave 276-202-0005 e Lunchbox Café 2605 Second St 276-345-9114 V&VRestaurant 104 Front St 276-964-2182 Rose Hill Dutch Treat 21332Wilderness Rd 276-445-4024 St. Paul DewDrop N 1645 Johnny Ramey Dr 276-738-1215 Fat Boy’s BBQ 16601 Russell St 276-455-1623 Giovanni’s Pizza 3033 4th Ave 276-762-9898 Milton’s 3025 4th Ave 276-738-3040 Sugar Hill Brewing Company 16622 Broad St 276-762-5249 Tazewell Coal Bucket Deli 100 Tazewell Mall 276-988-9111 Donut Diva 203 E Fincastle Turnpike 276-245-5987 El Mariachi Mexican 1825 Front St 276-983-5455 276-345-6652 Richlands

Fisher and Company 1735 Pisgah Rd 276-385-1150 Italian Village 817 Fincastle Turnpike 276-988-6572 Painted Peak Brewing Company 386 Main St 276-988-7325 Seven Restaurant 203WMain St 276-385-1100 eWell Co ee Shop 168 Main St 276-385-1103 Your Grate Escape 1133 Fincastle Turnpike 276-988-7867 Vansant Italian Village 1090 Riverside Dr 276-935-1660 Morgan’s 17995 Riverside Dr 276-935-5503 Weber City Gasthaus Edelweiss 1 37 South Dogwood Dr 276-386-3724 Wise Annette’s Dari Barn 332 EMain St 276-328-6449 China Garden 153 Plaza Road 276-679-5201 El CastilloMexican Restaurant 225 E. Main St 276-328-2000 El Dorado Grill 225 EMain St 276-533-3175 e Inn at Wise 110 East Main St 276-321-7600 MonterreyMexican 154 Ridgeview Road SW#6 276-679-5850 Moon Dog Brick Oven 302WMain St 276-321-7452 MountainGrounds Co ee &Bake House 215 EMain St 276-533-3027 Nut’s Grill and Subs 145Wise Plaza 276-679-4080 Pizza Kings & Subs 308WMain St 276-328-1010 SouthWest Wings 426WMain Steet 276-321-7102 Roma’s Restaurant 3 13 Church St 276-328-3714 e UglyMug 409 EMain St 276-328-7060

El Campesino 1082 Regional Park Rd 276-889-2100 Pat’s Kountry Diner 1764 EMain St 276-889-3232 Pizza Town 510 Main St 276-889-2335 Restore Community Café 109 N Church St 276-254-3560 e Stone Cellar 104 S Church St 276-889-0090 Vincent’s Vineyard 2313 Main St 276-889-2505 Mcclure Peg’s Diner 161 Ole Shay Circle 276-835-8040 Nickelsville Teddy’s Restaurant 11804 Nickelsville Hwy 276-479-3128 Norton DoughMakers Pizza 109 6th St NW 276-679-1099 Mi FincaMexican Bar &Grill 987 Park Ave NW 276-679-3330 Prime Sirloin Steakhouse 1728 Park Ave NW 276-679-0673 Rachel’s Cupcakes 806 Park Ave NW 276-325-0496 Romano’s Italian 99 Park Ave NW 276-679-1889 Snack Shack 528 Park Ave NE 276-679-1529 Wakame Japanese Steakhouse 959 Park Ave NW 276-679-0441 Wood Booger Bar and Grill 921 Park Ave SW 276-679-0551 Oakwood Derby Cafe 11163 Riverside Dr 276-498-4881 Dragon’s Den Cafe 10941 Riverside Dr 276-498-0024 Pennington Gap CountryBoy Café 41751 EMorgan Ave 276-546-1645

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Breaks Interstate Park Luxury Cabins

Lodging

Comfort Inn 22006 Riverside Drive, Grundy 276-935-5050 Platinum Award Winning Hotel in the heart of Grundy, close to Appalachian School of Law, Breaks Interstate Park, the Buchanan Cty. Courthouse and Spearhead’s Coal Canyon ATV Trails. Hungry Mother State Park 2854 Park Blvd., Marion 276-781-7400 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Lodging, swimming, camping, trails, conference center and restaurant. The Inn At Wise 110 E. Main Street, Wise 276-321-7301 www.InnAtWise.com

Appalachian Mountain Cabins LLC 126 Appalachian Drive, Duffield 276-940-1155 877-299-8123 www.amcabins.com Unique & private cabins perfect for family vacations or romantic weekends.

The Inn at Wise is a 100 year old landmark offering 49 guest rooms, a 50’s diner, fine dining, and pub.

Estillville Bed and Breakfast 128 Park Street, Gate City 423-480-2303 www.GateCityInn. comElegant yet comfortable destination convenient to Carter Fold and Devil’s Bathtub.

Comfort Inn 4609 Aerial Way, Big Stone Gap 276-523-5911 We are in the Jefferson National Forest, two miles from the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park and minutes from attractions.

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Real McCoys Cabins

Misty Mountain Cottage 5284 Dickenson Highway, Clintwood 276-926-4403 www.mistymc.com Your home away from home in Clintwood. Sleeps six comfortably. Close to shopping, dining. and Breaks Interstate Park. Free Wi-Fi. Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield 276-940-2674 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Lodging, amphitheater, swimming, camping, trails, and conference center. Real McCoy Cabins 156 Wood Smoke Way, Pocahontas 276-945-3106 www.RealMcCoyCabins.com Luxury cabin lodging on Spearhead’s OP and the Hatfield McCoy ATV Trails Sleep Inn & Suites 5625 Dickenson Hwy, Clintwood 276-796-1058 www.choicehotels.com/virginia/clintwood/sleep-inn-hotels/va656 Choice Hotels 2016 Platinum Award Winner Hot breakfast, fitness center, business center. Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure 1124 Chipping Sparrow Road, Grundy 276-244-1111 www.sgadventures.comCamping and Cabins at the trailhead of Spearhead Trails Coal Canyon ATV trail system. Saint Paul Suites and Cottages 3041 5th Ave, St. Paul 276-762-5249 www.StayInSaintPaul.com Fully furnished apartments and houses in historic downtown St. Paul. ATV excursions for all ages. SWVA Museum Poplar Hill Cottage 10 West 1st Street North, Big Stone Gap 276-523-1322 www.VirginiaStateParks.gov Fully furnished, 3 bedroom Poplar Hill Cottage with outdoor living space, near downtown Big Stone Gap

Spring Branch Farm 1318 Lazarus Branch, Haysi 276-865-4900 Facebook: Spring Branch Farm. Scenic mountain lodge offering accommodations, small meetings, weddings, and parties welcomed.

Trailhead Resort 465 Miners Park Lane, Bluefield 276-945-3089 www.Trailheadatvresort.com Clean, comfortable lodging conveniently located with direct access to Spearhead Trails ATV trails. RV space also available.

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