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Patrick County, VA
From the rugged Pinnacles of Dan, where vestiges of the
old Appalachian Trail can still be found, to the pampered
luxury of the 5-star resort at Primland, your inner
passion can be satisfied in Patrick County, Virginia.
Wander along the Blue Ridge Parkway and explore
our mountain villages and forgotten paths. Test your
whitewater rafting skills during the Kibler Valley River
Run, or hike the demanding trails that meander through
the lost mountain community of Rock Castle Gorge.
Stop for a picnic at a covered bridge, or a delicious meal
within the bustling Town of Stuart. Tap your toes to
traditional mountain music along Southwest Virginia's
Crooked Road Music Trail, tour the County's unique
wineries - Sta nburn and Villa Appalaccia - or browse
local artisan studios along the 'Round the Mountain
Artisan Trail.
Enjoy a sun-drenched round at the Gordon Trent Golf
Course, mosey along the beaches and abandoned iron
mines of Fairy Stone State Park, or take in one of the
County's many annual festivals, such as the Virginia
Peach Festival, Front Porch Fest, or the Virginia Beach
Music Festival. Fast times await at the Wood Brothers
NASCAR Racing Museum, and history comes alive at
Laurel Hill, the birthplace of General J.E.B. Stuart.
Whatever your passion, Patrick County's nearly 500
square miles, encompassing both the rolling hills of
Virginia's Piedmont Region and the breathtaking
mountains of Southwest Virginia, promise an
unforgettable Outdoor Adventure.
"Come get lost and find yourself..."
112 Fall 2016 Adventure Outdoors
Experience the Simple Life in Patrick County, Virginia.