MARTINSVILLE, VA
40 miles east of Parkway MP 177.7 on US 58. Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center, 191 Fayette St. History, art, recreation, & more. Fun in Record Time! www.VisitMartinsville.com (888) 722-3498.
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Groundhog Mountain Parking Overlook, high point affording 360 degree view. Observation tower. Examples of various types of old chestnut rail fences. Picnic area, Comfort station. Alt. 3,030.
Monarch at Wolf Mountain Overlook photo by Alex Armstrong
Puckett Cabin home of Orleana Hawks Puckett, storied local midwife. Alt. 2,850.
CARROLL COUNTY, VA
In the heart of the Blue Ridge Plateau, in the middle of VA’s famous Crooked Road, and known for scenic mountain vistas plus mountain views and streams. Hiking, fishing, golfing, canoeing, bird-watching, flea markets, gun shows, mountain music and annual festivals are just a few of our many attractions. Our Visitor Center is located at Exit 14 off I-77 only 10 miles from the BRP at Fancy Gap. Contact: Carroll County Tourism, 605-1 Pine Street, Hillsville, VA 24343, www.VisitTheBlueRidge.com (276) 730-3100 or Toll Free: (888) 785-2781. Doe Run Resort - 200 yards from Parkway. MP 189.5. Wedding venue, conference center, resturant. www.doerunresort.com (276) 398-4099.
Lake Ridge RV Resort - 8736 Double Cabin Rd. Hillsville. Best kept secret in VA! We offer cabin rentals, RV & tent camping. Enjoy our new waterslides, pools, mini golf, paddle boats, catch & release fishing and much more! www.LakeRidgeRV.com (276) 766-3703.
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Fancy Gap, US 52 Crossover, 8 mi. north to Hillsville, VA, 1.5 miles to I-77, 20 mi. to Wytheville, VA, 33 mi. to Pulaski, VA, 14 mi. south to Mt. Airy, NC. Alt 2,920.
HILLSVILLE, VA
Historic Hillsville Virginia, state and national historic district, Preserve America Community, site of the 1912 Courthouse Shootout, eateries and shops www.townofhillsville.com (276) 728-2128. The Gap Deli at the Parkway - US 52 & MP 199.5. Homemade soup, sandwiches, salads & desserts. Open daily with seasonal hours. (276) 728-3881.
Martinsville - Henry County, VA Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Southern Virginia, Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia has plenty of activities available to guarantee that you and your family have fun in record time. Visit our troutfilled rivers, quiet lakes, and scenic trails. Experience heart-pounding racing at NASCAR’s most historic track: Martinsville Speedway. Explore the arts and culture that our area has to offer from the Smithsonian-affiliated Virginia Museum of Natural History to numerous sites along the Smith River Artisan Trail. Live theatre, musical performances and spectator sports are offered throughout the year for guests to enjoy. With its beautiful location and rich history, MartinsvilleHenry County is the perfect destination for your next getaway! Experience Fun in Record Time - just 30 minutes from MP 177.7.
Stop by the state-certified Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center, inside New College Institute, for great customer service, maps, area information, coupons and a selection of unique souvenirs. Open Tuesdays through Saturdays 9am to 5pm and Sundays 1pm to 5pm.
Contact
Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center 191 Fayette St • Martinsville, VA 24112 Parking and Convenient Access Available on Moss Street
888.722.3498
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