Category: OUTDOOR

Since 1925, Camp Roanoke has enriched the lives of both youth and adults through outdoor adventure and education! Contact our staff for guided recreational or team building activities including: • High and Low Ropes Course / Climbing Tower • Kayaking • Caving • Rock Climbing • Mountain Boarding • Archery • Environmental Education Camp Roanoke is accredited by the American Camp Association, meeting rigorous standards for quality and safety. 6498 Dry Hollow Road Salem, VA 24153 (540) 387-6114

If you're visiting, or live in, the Smith Mountain Lake or Franklin County, VA area, schedule a visit to Buksbari Ranch. Grandparents- this is a great thing to do with the grand kids and families are always welcome. Meet the horses, pet and groom, learn about feeding and care, and take a hand-led ride around the ring. No experience necessary. Toddlers - adults (up to 200 lbs.) may ride. I also offer original cowgirl poetry, western music, books, and equine & western-themed artwork for sale, and give music lessons. 90 Buksbari Lane Rocky Mount, VA 24151 (540) 493-4536

Welcome Aboard! Bridgewater Marina is Smith Mountain Lake’s largest boat rental operation. Our motto is “Where land ends and adventure begins”. Bridgewater Marina has everything you need to make your day on the water a memorable experience. We have a variety of watercraft and water toy rentals to suit you needs. Advance reservations are recommended for rentals planned for more than 8 hours. However, walk-ins are always welcome. All customers renting watercraft at any of our three locations will receive a free safety and instructional orientation that meets all of the Commonwealth of Virginia requirements. All of our watercraft and equipment are thoroughly inspected and maintained inside and out to ensure a safe and pleasurable time on Smith Mountain Lake. Each of our locations also has a friendly and well-trained…

Botetourt Golf and Swim Club, formerly Botetourt Country Club, is a semi-private club which offers an enjoyable and affordable golf and swim experience in Virginia's Blue Ridge region. The golf course opened in 1962 as a nine-hole course and has undergone numerous expansions and improvements. Botetourt Golf and Swim Club boasts a spectacular view of the beautiful Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains. The 6,111-yard par-71 golf layout challenges all aspects of your golf game, from tee to green. Excellent fairways and greens provide a wonderful golfing experience. Full facilities are available for the enjoyment of the entire family. A full-size pool and baby pool are available for the use of members and guests. Just minutes from I-81. 2414 Country Club Road Troutville, VA 24175 (540) 992-1451

Tucked away, within the 469 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway, are hundreds of hiking trails. Trails which provide dazzling images of wildflowers on rolling pastures, cascading waterfalls (some with natural rock water slides), blue tinged mountains, and majestic gorges. Trails found on the Parkway are suited for all skill levels, and provide an intimate view of the most beautiful wilderness in the country. Get more trails information either on the Blue Ridge Parkway or located nearby. Virginia's Blue Ridge Region, VA (540) 767-2490

Bicycling on the Blue Ridge Parkway is a popular activity that provides 469 miles of picturesque vistas through Virginia and North Carolina. Ranging in elevation from 600 to 6,000 feet, the road encompasses a variety of ever-changing weather conditions, regardless of the season.The Parkway was designed as a scenic leisure road for motorists. Bicyclists should be prepared for significant distances between developed areas and services that vary by season. Virginia's Blue Ridge Region, VA (540) 767-2490

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469 mile non-commercialized route in the mountains, recognized as America's longest unspoiled roadway. The primary tourist season is May through October. Camping, hiking, fishing, bicycling, picnicking, overlooks and much more. Plenty of spring and fall color to observe. The speed limit is 45 MPH. Motor coaches are allowed on the Parkway, however, short distances are recommended. The Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Waynesboro, VA at milepost 0, and ends in Cherokee, NC at Milepost 469, connecting the Shenandoah National Park (Skyline Drive) to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs parallel to Interstate 81 and Route 11. The Roanoke Valley in Virginia's Blue Ridge offers six different entry points to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Virginia's Blue Ridge Region, VA (540)…

Big Pine Trout Farm is nestled in the Western Highlands of Virginia in scenic Craig County. It is a beautiful setting for a family, group, or corporate experience of challenging mountain stream trout fishing. Stream is stocked with beautiful rainbow trout. Enjoy a great getaway and stay in our Farmhouse for rest, inspiration, and renewal to body and spirit. Supremely comfortable, a stay in the spacious and airy Farmhouse is designed for relaxation; its beauty connects you with the surrounding environment while ensuring your comfort and convenience. Throughout your visit, our proprietors will ensure that your stay is perfect and enjoyable in every way. We can assist in custom planning and creating a memorable experience at Big Pine and the surrounding area – fishing at Big Pine or Smith Mountain…

Welcome Aboard! Bridgewater Marina is Smith Mountain Lake’s largest boat rental operation. Our motto is “Where land ends and adventure begins”. Bernard’s Boat Rental will help you make the most of your cruising adventure. We are conveniently located at beautiful Bernard’s Landing below the check-in center. Bridgewater Marina has everything you need to make your day on the water a memorable experience. We have a variety of watercraft and water toy rentals to suit you needs. Advance reservations are recommended for rentals planned for more than 8 hours. However, walk-ins are always welcome. All customers renting watercraft at any of our three locations will receive a free safety and instructional orientation that meets all of the Commonwealth of Virginia requirements. All of our watercraft and equipment are thoroughly inspected and…

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy aspires to connect the human spirit with nature – preserving the delicate majesty of the Trail as a haven for all to enjoy. We are committed to nurture and protect this sacred space through education and inspiration. We strive to create an ever-expanding community of doers and dreamers, and work to ensure that tomorrow’s generations will experience the same mesmerizing beauty we behold today. 5162 Valleypointe Parkway Roanoke, VA 24019 (540) 904-4393