VISITOR GUIDE
Smyth County VIRGINIA
CHILHOWIE • MARION • SALTVILLE • SUGAR GROVE • ATKINS Hungry Mother Park History....................................2-3 Welcome, Local Phone Numbers................................. 4 Dining.........................................................................5-6 Hotels & Motels............................................................. 8 Inns & B&Bs................................................................8-9 Cabins & Camping........................................................ 9 Farmers Markets........................................................... 9 Shopping..................................................................... 11 Things to Do...........................................................12-13 Maps.......................................................................14-17 Motorcycle Trails / Back of the Dragon ���������������18-19 Outdoor Recreation...............................................20-23
ANNUAL EVENTS Jan ������������������ Woolly Mammoth Day March……………………………… Whitetop Mountain Maple Festival April ���������������� Smyth Opportunity Fair April……………………………………… Hungry Mother Ultra 25/50K April - Dec ��������������������� ArtWalk May ����������������� Mountain Dew Triathlon May………………………………………… Marion Memorial Day Parade June ���������������� Family Fish and Fun Day July……………………………………Hometown 4th of July Celebration July………………………………………Little Salty Birthday Celebration July………………………………Hungry Mother Arts and Crafts Festival July ����������������� Marion Downtown Days July ����������������� Downtown Days Festival July/Aug ������������� Rich Valley Fair & Horse Show August………………… War Between the States Battle Reenactment
Sept……………………………………… Saltville Labor Day Celebration Sept ����������������� Chilhowie Apple Festival Oct ������������������� Halloween Madness Oct…………………………… Vintage Day & Mayberry come to Marion Oct �������������������� Saltville Boo Bash Oct………………………………Whitetop Sorghum & Molasses Festival Dec……………… Chilhowie, Saltville, Sugar Grove Christmas Parades Dec……………………… Christmas Market & Marion Christmas Parade
Smyth County, Virginia Regional Visitor Center 408 Whitetop Road, Chilhowie, VA Exit 35, I-81 1-877-255-9928 • (276) 646-3306 www.VisitVirginiaMountains.com
HUNGRY MOTHER STATE PARK Park Manager: Nate Clark HOURS OF OPERATION: For more information, visit: www.virginiastateparks.gov http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/hungry-mother.shtml Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354 • (276) 781-7400
SPECIAL AMENITIES • One of the original six parks built by the Civilian Conservation Corp - 1936 • Full service Restaurant, Catering & Conference Center • Relaxed slow paced atmosphere • Wildflower Walks (spring), Swim beach and boating (summer), and Fall foliage • Wedding Packages are available • Over 17 miles of trails • Mountain Dew Triathlon (April), Hungry Mother Arts and Crafts Festival (July), and the Fall Fear Bike Race (Oct)) THINGS TO DO: • Hike, bike, and programs • Swimming with beach • Boats – rent or bring your own electric motor boat • Picnic • Overnights: Camping and Cabins • Programs: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/vieweventpublic.cfm
Make family moments and lifetime memories.
800-933-PARK (7275) www.virginiastateparks.gov swimming, camping, trails, programs and The Restaurant Hungry Mother State Park 2854 Park Blvd. | Marion, VA | 276-781-7400 2
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HUNGRY MOTHER STATE PARK
Hungry Mother | New River Trail
Park Name: Hungry Mother State Park boasts a unique name. There are several versions of the story, and little historical proof that any one version is more plausible than the others. One variation of the legend is: In the 1700s, the Marley family was attacked by Indians. The father was killed; the mother, Molly, and child were captured. They escaped and on the journey home, Molly starved to death. A hunting party found them near a creek; the child was crying, “hungry, mother, hungry.” The creek became “Hungry Mother Creek” and a nearby peak, “Molly’s Knob.” When the park was built in the 1930s, officials compiled the legends into one story to be used as a marketing tool in publications and presentations. As the park was developed, several names were suggested, including “Forest Lake”, “Royal Oak”, and “Walker’s Park”, but those in charge were taken with the local legend and thus christened the new park “Hungry Mother State Park.”
Additional Historic Background: The Civilian Conservation Corps spent three years clearing land, constructing the dam, and building cabins and other park amenities. From 1933-1934, the dam and spillway were erected on Hungry Mother Creek. The park system opened in 1936. Park Facilities: Long a family favorite known for beautiful woodlands and a placid 108-acre lake in the heart of the mountains, Hungry Mother has a sandy beach with bathhouse, boatrentals (fishing, canoe, kayak and paddle), paddle board rentals, a boat launch and a universally accessible fishing pier. Guests also enjoy its campgrounds, cabins, gift shops, visitor center, six-bedroom family lodge that sleeps 15, 17 miles of hiking and biking trails, and restaurant. Hungry Mother is also home to the Hemlock Haven Conference Center, available for retreats, conferences and special events. Catering is available.
Be lured by fishing that’s just your speed. Rivers, lakes, streams and piers await you in Virginia State Parks.
Photo courtesy of Bill Crabtree Jr., Virginia Tourism Corp.
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Enjoy luxurious accommodations or rustic cabins… get your feet wet in a crystal clear creek . . . hike or bike one of our many trails . . . enjoy the seclusion of these mountains and country roads. Come see for yourself. Call us or visit the website for more information. SPECIAL THANKS TO PHOTOGRAPHERS WHOSE IMAGES ARE USED HEREIN: Ron Thomason, Smyth County Tourism; Sarah Gillespie, Smyth County Chamber; Olivia Hall McDonald, Town of Marion; Mary Beth Sheets; Amy Atwood, Hungry Mother State Park / Virginia State Parks; Wolfe’s BBQ; Wooden Pickle; Sisters Café; Cameron Davidson / Virginia Tourism Corporation; RoadRUNNER Magazine; Keith Weddle; Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
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DINING
27 Lions • (276) 378-0811 111 E Main St, Marion
Casey’s Diner • (276) 783-2937 988 South Fork Road, Marion
Little Caesar’s Pizza • (276) 783-7277 1129 N Main St, Marion
Arby’s • (276) 782-9573 947 N. Main St #6423, Marion
Charley’s Subs • (276) 706-8888 1149 N Main St, Marion
Little’s Quick Check • (276) 646-5300 1027 Lee Hwy, Marion (Seven Mile Ford)
Atkins Tank • (276) 782-9299 5535 Lee Hwy, Atkins
Chilhowie Drug Company and Coffee Shop (276) 521-0491 1449 E Lee Hwy, Chilhowie
Macados of Marion • (276) 783-2115 142 E. Main Street, Marion
Buck’s Drive-In • (276) 496-7231 1212 East Main St, Saltville
CJ’s Pizza of Marion • (276) 783-2655 534 S Main St, Marion
McDonald’s of Marion • (276) 783-7339 1120 N Main St, Marion
Corner Sunoco Deli • (276) 781-0722 300 N Main St, Marion Dip Dog Stand • (276) 783-2698 2035 Lee Hwy, Marion El Campestre • (276) 646-5811 1341 e Lee Hwy, Chilhowie Food City Deli of Marion • (276) 783-1795 Parkway Plaza, Marion Food City Deli of Chilhowie • (276) 646-5723 278 Main St, Chilhowie Four Seasons Catering & Bakery & Deli (276) 781-1411, 123 S. Chestnut Street, Marion Green Hill Market • (276) 646-5115 1252 Whitetop Rd, Chilhowie
serving breakfast and lunch homemade soups and desserts coffee and espresso, local gifts
Hardees of Marion • (276) 783-6441 347 N Main St, Marion
276-646-2233
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Hardees of Chilhowie • (276) 646-3492 509 Whitetop Rd, Chilhowie KFC/Taco Bell • (276) 783-2331 798 N Main St, Marion Konnarock Store, Gas & Deli (276) 388-3377 20433 Azen Road, Damascus
212 E Main Street • Downtown Marion (276) 783-9244 • sisterscafe212@gmail.com www.sisterscafemarion.com
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DINING
Courtesy Wolfe’s BBQ, Marion
Courtesy Sisters Cafe, Marion
Courtesy Wooden Pickle, Marion
McDonald’s of Chilhowie • (276) 646-2291 50 Railroad Ave, Chilhowie
Papa’s Cafe • (276) 646-3417 828 E. Lee Hwy, Chilhowie
Warrior Hometown Grill • (276) 780-2079 1161 Lee Highway, Chilhowie
Mi Puerto Mexican Restaurant (276) 783-4844 1319 North Main Street, Marion
Pizza Hut of Marion • (276) 783-2777 1038 N Main St, Marion
Wendy’s of Marion • (276) 783-5544 811 N Main St, Marion
Pizza Perfect • (276) 782-9000 784 N Main St, Marion, VA 24354
Wolfe’s BBQ • (276) 378-0823 138 East Main Street, Marion
Mountain View Food Mart • (276) 677-3037 5225 Sugar Grove Hwy, Sugar Grove New China Kitchen • (276) 496-0083 135 Palmer Ave, Saltville
Riverfront Restaurant • (276) 646-2233 149 Main Street, Chilhowie Sisters Café • (276) 783-9244 212 E. Main Street, Marion
Wolfe’s BBQ
Sonic Drive In • (276) 783-782-3868 1210 N Main St, Marion
“Voted Best BBQ in VA” in 2016
Subway in Marion • (276) 783-8899 1129 N Main St, Marion
RESTAURANT & CATERING
Wooden Pickle • (276) 783-2300 120 E Main St, Marion Yummy Yummy Japanese Restaurant (276) 783-7288 232 E Main St, Marion
Subway in Chilhowie • (276) 646-5959 160 N Main St, Chilhowie Subway in Saltville • (276) 496-7013 402 Palmer Ave, Saltville Subway in Atkins • (276) 783-2668 5522 Lee Hwy, Atkins
Quality.Smoked.Meats
TJ’s Restaurant • (276) 496-9024 113 Shaker Lane, Saltville Taco Bell in Chilhowie • (276) 521-0299 153 VA-107, Chilhowie The Great Wall Chinese Restaurant (276) 783-8818 • 1133 N Main St, Marion
quality food with distinct flavors and excellent customer service with an inviting atmosphere
138 East Main Street • Marion VA 24354 www.wolfes-bbq.com • 276-378-0823 6
The Restaurant at Hungry Mother State Park • (276) 781-7420 203 E Hungry Mother Dr, Marion The Speakeasy • (276) 783-4800 107 E Main St, Marion
Saltville Town Hall
217 Palmer Avenue PO Box 730, Saltville, VA 24370 Telephone: (276) 496-5342 FAX: (276) 496-4814 Town Manager: Mike Taylor townmanager@saltville.org
www.saltville.org (877) 255-9928
THE TOWN OF CHILHOWIE TOWN OF CHILHOWIE THE“ATOWN OF CHILHOWIE LASTING IMPRESSION” “A LASTING IMPRESSION” Welcome to Historic Chilhowie, Virginia
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LODGING
HOTELS/MOTELS
America’s Best Value Inn (877) 747-8713 1424 North Main Street • Marion
Pool, restaurant, free continental breakfast.
Budget Inn (276) 646-8961 259 Chestnut Ridge Road • Marion
Cable TV. Non-Smoking rooms also available. Kids stay free.
Comfort Inn (276) 783-2144 5558 Lee Highway • Atkins (800) 424-6423
General Francis Marion Hotel (877) 783-4800 107 East Main Street • Marion www.gfmhotel.com
Econo Lodge (276) 783-6031 1420 North Main Street • Marion
Knights Inn (276) 646-8981 108 River Road • Chilhowie
50 rooms, cable TV, phone and data port lines, private bath and individually controlled AC and heat. Smoking and Non-smoking. Continental Deluxe Breakfast. Kids up to 13 stay free.
40 rooms with Cable TV. Handicapped rooms available. Microwave and Fridge available on request. Free Continental Breakfast.
www.choicehotels.com Exceptional! Gold Award Winner Hotel.
Free hot breakfast offering everything from eggs, waffles and meat to healthy options like yogurt and fresh fruit. Cozy guest rooms, each of which comes equipped with hair dryers, flat-screen TVs, irons, ironing boards and coffee makers.
Lorenzen’s Motel (276) 783-2316 606 South Main • Marion
Relax Inn (276) 783-5811 7253 Lee Highway • Rural Retreat
5558 Lee Hwy, Atkins, VA 24311 (276) 783-2144 • I-81, Exit 50
Nearby attractions include: The Lincoln Theatre • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area • Smyth County Community Hospital Wytheville Community College • The Appalachian Trail - Two Miles Away Bristol Motor Speedway 60 miles
42 rooms with cable TV. Smoking and Non-smoking. Coffee in room.
11 rooms with cable TV. Smoking and Non-smoking. Kids to 12 stay free.
Comfort Inn Atkins, Virginia Conveniently located off Interstate 81 between Abingdon and Wytheville. Virginia’s Hungry Mother State Park offers outdoor recreation, including bird watching, boating, fishing, kayaking, mountain biking and hiking.
Restored grand hotel offering elegant lodging and modern amenities, showcasing the stately architecture and refined décor that first awed travelers in the late ‘20s. Historic Landmark.
Check In: 3p • Check Out: 11a • No pets allowed AMENITIES Choice Gold Hospitality Award Government Travelers: FEMA Approved Free WiFi 100% Smoke Free Hotel Fitness center Outdoor Parking No Pets Allowed Bus Parking Interior Corridors Truck Parking Free Newspaper Mon-Fri Guest Use Copy Machine* Free Hot Breakfast Phone for Hearing Impaired Exercise Room Well-lit Area, In-Room
INNS & B&BS
Collins House Inn (276) 781-0250 204 W. Main Street • Marion collinshouseinn.com
5 rooms with private in room bath, wireless internet, home cooked breakfast, pet free environment, total smoke free, green inn.
Teapot Lodge (276) 783-4745 2240 Teapot Lane • Marion The Lincoln House Bed & Breakfast (276) 781-0804 305 N. Church Street • Marion www.lincolnhousebnb.com
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LODGING
Travel Inn (276) 783-5112 1419 North Main Street • Marion
Hurricane Campground 2021 Hurricane Campground Road (276) 783-5196 www.recreation.gov
CABINS & CAMPING
Interstate Campground (276) 646-8384 124 Jenna Lane • Marion, I-81, Exit 39
Cedarwood Cabin (888) 682-2264 642 East Hungry Mother Drive • Marion www.hungrymothercabins.com Foxtail Cabin 342 Foxtail Lane • Sugar Grove (276) 677-3600 robertmckinney@embarqmail.com Grindstone Campground 1946 Laurel Valley Road (276) 388-3983 • (877)-444-6777 www.recreation.gov Houndshell Campground (276) 655-4639 12749 Flat Ridge Road, State Rt. 601, Troutdale www.graysoncountyva.com/camps/view/ houndshell-campground Hungry Mother State Park (276) 781-7400 • Reservations (800) 933-7275 Hemlock Haven Conference Center (276) 781-7425 2854 Park Blvd. • Marion www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/hun.shtml
Year Around Camping, pull-thru sites, 30 amp service, full hook-up, laundry, internet, pool open daily to public, grocery Store
Kissing Rock Camp 1224 Horne Hollow Rd • Sugar Grove (276) 677-3851 www.kissingrockcamp.com/looney Laurel Creek Campground and Outpost (276) 388-3020 6315 Whitetop Road • Troutdale www.laurelcreekcampground.com Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area (276) 783-5196 or (276) 646-8384 Headquarters, 3714 Hwy 16 South, Marion Raccoon Branch Campground 6416 Sugar Grove Highway • (276) 783-5196 www.recreation.gov Tumbling Creek Clinch Mountain Wildlife Area Saltville (276) 944-3434
Farmers Markets With Markets open three days a week, it’s easy to stay stocked on fresh, local produce, eggs and meats. Have a special occasion coming up? Our craft vendors and locally made body care products make it easy to shop local while finding unique gifts. Marion Regional Farmers Market May-October Every Saturday 8am-12 Chilhowie Farmers Market April-October Every Thursday 3-6pm Sugar Grove Farmers Market Open 24/7 online! https://sugargroveva.locallygrown.net Manager: Sarah Combs (276) 677-0111 sugargrovevirginia@gmail.com www.sugargroveva.com Saltville Farmers Market Reopening Soon! For more information on becoming a vendor contact the Smyth County Chamber of Commerce at (276) 783-3161.
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SHOPPING Elaina’s Boutique, LLC (276) 782-5804 109 North Bonham, Chilhowie Framing Unlimited (276) 783-9244 212 East Main Street • Marion
Custom framing, prints, posters, gift baskets, bridal registery, eatery
Goodman Jewelers Inc. of Chilhowie (276) 646-8651 1207 East Lee Highway • Chilhowie Act II Downtown Boutique (276) 620-3263 212 East Main Street, Suite B • Marion Resale clothing, shoes, jewelry, hats, accessories
Appalachian Spirit Gallery (276) 706-2909 144 West Main Street • Marion www.appalachianspiritgallery.com Locally made clay, glass, wood and mixed media
Army-Navy Store (276) 783-3832 219 E Main Street • Marion
Hunting,military and work clothing/footwear
Birds Computers (276) 692-2278 121 Pendleton St #1 • Marion “We Make Computers Fly”
Blue Iguana Reptile Supply (276) 385-3225 101-199 S Iron St, Marion, VA 24354
Ring Sizing, Custom jewelry, Rolex brokerage, Bullion services, Jewelry repair, Appraisals Diamond setting and remounts, Watch repair Loose diamond brokerage.
Harpos Hardware Barton & Co. Paint and Decorating (276) 783-9995 238 E Lee St • Marion www.harposhardware.com
Tools, hardware, plumbing, paint, heating & cooling, housewares, lawn & garden, automotive, electrical and sporting goods.
Helping Hands Thrift Store (276) 783-7882 131 E Main Street • Marion Hester’s Country Store & Fudgery (276) 378-0853 112 East Main Street, Marion
Highway 81 Boutique (865) 679-7717 Products, supplies and feeders, reptiles and amphibians 201 East Main Street, Marion Boots & Bangles Boutique (276) 685-0395 131 East Main St, Chilhowie Center Stage Music (276) 378-0829 122 E Main Street • Marion Musical instruments, recording equipment
Cornett Jewelers (276) 783-5047 124 East Main Street • Marion www.cornettjewelers.com
Hand-crafted fine jewelry inspired by the Mayan Revival decor at The Lincoln Theatre
Dean’s Bikes & Locksmith (276) 783-5760 512 N Main Street • Marion
Full service bicycle shop offering locksmith services for the home or auto.
women’s clothes and latest styles.
Lola’s at the Lincoln (276)783-6093 117 East Main Street • Marion
Lincoln Theatre/Song of the Mtns Merchandise
Marion Family Pharmacy’s Gift Shop (276) 783-7284 1581 N Main Street • Marion marionfamilypharmacy.com Books, candles, gifts, jewelry, watches & more
McNeil Furniture (276) 783-3881 227 E. Main Street • Marion www.mcneilfurniture.com
Living room, bedroom, dining room, bedding, office, outdoor furniture and home accents
Mikes TV, Appliance, and Furniture Center (276) 783-7244 220 E. Main Street • Marion
TVs, furniture, home appliances and service; freezers & refrigerators, dishwashers, washers & dryers, ovens, ranges, cooktops, microwave ovens, & more
Molly’s Gift Shop (276) 781-7400 2854 Park Blvd. • Marion At Hungry Mother State Park. Crafts, books, gifts and novelty items
Mustard Seed Bargain Outlet (276)782-5607 223 East Main Street • Marion mustardseedbargainoutlet.com
Overstock, returned items, and refurbished items for at least 35% off of retail price. Furniture and household decor, clothing, car accessories, bedding, appliances.
One Drop at a Time (276) 521-0444 115 Whitetop Road, Chilhowie Essential oils. Past Time Antique Emporium (276) 378-0521 228 E. Main Street • Marion www.facebook.com/Pasttimeemporium
Antiques, vintage, and collectible items, home decor
Rosewood Florist (276) 783-3191 215 E Main Street • Marion All your floral and gift needs
Sara’s Jewelry (276) 783-6110 130 E Main Street • Marion Jewelry and watches store
Sisters Café and Gifts (276) 783-9244 212 E. Main Street • Marion
Unique gifts, baby products, housewares, candles, shirts, and accessories. Treats for your four legged friends! Local artisans are featured with locally made soaps, pottery, honey, and alpaca products
Weddings Plus (276) 783-7787 208 E Main Street • Marion Woods TV (276) 782-9400 121 Pendleton Street • Marion
Satellite installation for Directv and Dishnetwork, local business since 1998
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2nd Fridays! Artwalk
Davis Valley Winery & Vineyard (276) 686-8855
From April until December, the 2nd Fridays! Artwalk 1167 Davis Valley Rd, Rural Retreat begins at Appalachian Spirit Gallery and meanders 100-year old oak bar, winery tours, gift shop through shops and restaurants throughout downtown Marion - art, crafts, music, jewelry, special Glade Mountain Museum (276) 783-5678 events, exhibits and more.
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2nd Fridays! Music on the Porch Featuring
regional musical talent and has included icons such as Wayne Henderson, Helen White, and Gerald Anderson.
Appalachian Spirit Art Gallery 144 W. Main St, Marion (276) 759-3890
Tools, machines, cars and blacksmithing equipment
Historic Downtown Marion (276) 783-4190 138 W Main St, Marion Arts, music, drama, shopping and dining. Anchor renovations include the 1929 Lincoln Theatre and the 1927 General Francis Marion Hotel. Catch a live taping of Song of the Mountains, a PBS series celebrating the region’s Scots-Irish, mountain, bluegrass and country musical heritage.
Appalachian Spirit Gallery celebrates the arts and culture of the Blue Ridge Highlands of Appalachia. The gallery showcases work by members of the Appalachian Spirit Artists Association as well as work Holston Hills Community Golf Course (276) 783-7484 by regional and local guest artisans. Holston Hills Community Country Club appalachianspiritgallery.com
Spirit Railroad Express - showcase in the Appalachian Spirit Gallery.
Showcases awesome model train layouts and is located in the lower level of the gallery. A great attraction for children of all ages. Open Saturday 10am-noon.
From the Ice Age to the Space Age
Museum of the Middle Appalachians
Exhibits on Geology, Ice Age, Woodland Indians, Civil War, Salt & Gypsum Industry, Company Town Life, and a unique Wetlands. Civil War Videos. Located in Saltville, Virginia, I-81 Exit 35, Rt 107 N 8mi
123 Palmer Avenue, Saltville, VA 24370 276-496-3633 • Mon-Sat 10 - 4, Sun 1 - 4
Back of the Dragon Motorcycle Trail VisitVirginiaMountains.com Smyth County Tourism Regional Visitor Center 408 Whitetop Road, Chilhowie, VA Exit 35, I-81 (276) 646-3306 • Toll Free (877) 255-9928 World famous motorcycle trail. Extends across 3 mountain ranges, 32 miles of excitement, 260 curves, elevations up to 3,500 feet. Rt. 16 from Marion to Tazewell. See page 18 for more information.
Chilhowie Community Park Sunset Drive at Martin Ave, Chilhowie
1000 Country Club Road, Marion
Community Golf Course is a municipal facility owned by the Town of Marion, Virginia. Clubhouse, 18-hole Championship golf course, tennis facility and swimming pool are situated on a 300-acre site along the Holston River in scenic Smyth County.
Holston River Heritage Center (276) 783-7286 123 E Main St, Marion
Preserving and protecting the history of Marion and Smyth County through the collection, protection, display and interpretation of artifacts and outreach programs.
Hungry Mother Adventures (276) 378-0867 760 Walkers Creek Rd, Marion info@hungrymotheradventures.com hungrymotheradventures.com Virginia’s largest zip line & float trips down the Middle Holston River.
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Hungry Mother State Park (276) 781-7400 2854 Park Blvd, Marion Woodlands and lake, swimming, camping, cabin rentals, boat rentals, hiking and Hemlock Haven conference center
Lincoln Theatre (276) 783-6093 117 East Main Street, Marion
Events year-round, touring companies, performance groups, and individual artists. Art Deco Mayan Revival theater
Mountain Empire Airport (276) 783-8805 8223 Lee Highway, Rural Retreat
Public use airport located nine nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Marion and 13 nautical miles west of Wytheville
Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area (276) 783-5196
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, 3714 VA-16, Marion
Museum of the Middle Appalachians (276) 496-3633 123 Palmer Avenue, Saltville info@museum-mid-app.org
Unique geology, full size replicas of ice age mammals that roamed the area over 15,000 years ago. Annual archeological and paleontological digs and locally recovered artifacts and fossils. Woodland Indian artifacts with extensive collection of bead work. See evidence of two Civil War battles which occurred at “The Salt Capital of the Confederacy”. Learn about Saltville’s over 70 year history as a company town.
Park Place Drive In - Miniature Golf (276) 781-2222 301 Park Blvd., Marion
Riverwalk – Marion (276) 783-4190 441 Baughman Ave, Marion Saltville Golf Course (276) 496-7779 422 Panther Lane, Saltville Saltville Wave Pool (276) 496-5439
Refreshing way to enjoy the ocean without having to drive several hours.
Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Art (276) 706-4010 2032016North Church Street Marion Lincoln Season i Program_FinAL_Layout 1 1/20/2016 5:44 PM Page 1 www.thehenderson.org
Classes in music, art, nature, gardening, cooking, storytelling, writing and much more.
Scenic View Golf Course (276) 646-3535 969 Loves Mill Road, Chilhowie Settlers’ Museum (276) 686-4401 1322 Rocky Hollow Road, Atkins
Tell the story of the people who settled the mountainous southwest corner of Virginia and how its unique culture was developed. Visitors discover this as they move through the museum’s Visitor’s Center, 1890’s School and Farm.
Song of The Mountains
See Lincoln Theatre Showcases the best talents in Bluegrass Americana and Old-time music. An Award-winning public television series showcasing music, musicians, musical heritage and culture of the Southern Appalachians!
The Salt Trail (276) 496-5342 Saltville Town Hall, Saltville
Experience walking down a historic railroad trail used to ship salt from Saltville, now converted into a hiking, biking and equestrian trail that starts in Saltville and ends in Glade Spring.
Art Deco Mayan Revival theatre featuring performing arts events year-round, ranging from blues to bluegrass, classical to Americana rock, films, live theatre and more.
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DIRECTIONS: From I-81 take Exit 45 to VA 16 South, follow VA 16 South for 5 miles, Mt. Rogers NRA Headquarters will be on the right.
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Visit the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area Headquarters for information on recreation opportunities throughout the area and then take a quiet walk on the famous Appalachian Trail, a National Scenic Trail.
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This section of the Appalachian Trail allows visitors to experience a beautiful Virginia hardwood forest along with the flora and fauna.
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Hungry Mother State Park boasts a number of wonderful hiking and mountain biking trails all focused around a breathtaking 108 acre lake. Molly’s Knob trail, a difficult 1.9 mile trail marked by white blazes, will entice you to the top for spectacular views of some of the most picturesque scenary in southwest Virginia. For a quick easy hike try the blue blazed lake trail, where you can either go out and back or make the entire 6 mile loop if you have time.
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Begin your hike just past the gate and parallel to Forest Road 84 for a couple hundred feet until you reach a junction. At the junction there is a fork in the trail and a trail sign. Take the left fork heading downhill. You will cross the creek several times by rock hopping until you finally come out at the top of the falls. The beautiful waterfall is a series of drops that make up the 50 foot falls. DIRECTIONS: I-81 - Exit 35 to Route 600/Whitetop Road, follow Route 600 for 9 miles to Forest Road 84 on your left, Follow FR 84 for 4.4 miles the trailhead will be on your left.
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Clinch Mountain Wildlife Mgmt Area Laurel Bed Lake need address • Saltville (276) 944-5024 www.fs.usda.gov/gwj Hunting, fishing, ample parking, boat ramps available at Laurel Bed Lake, shooting range for archery, campground and B&B, horseback riding, hiking, wildflowers in spring. Helen Williams Barbrow Interpretative Trail 217 Palmer Ave., Saltville (276) 496-5342 www.saltville.org The historical area on this trail, commonly called the well fields, is the site of paleontological and archaeological digs and salt production from the late 1700’s to the present. It is home to various flora and fauna including salt loving plants rare to the mountains of Southwest Virginia. The area was also the site of the Second Battle of Saltville in 1864. Hungry Mother Adventures 760 Walkers Creek Rd, Marion, (276) 378-0867 info@hungrymotheradventures.com hungrymotheradventures.com Virginia’s largest zip line & float trips down the Middle Holston River.
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Appalachian Trail, Mt. Rogers NRA USDA Forest Svc, 3714 Hwy 16, Marion (276) 783-5196 • www.fs.usda.gov/gwj SW VA includes spectacular sections of this famous Maine-to-Georgia footpath, with wilderness high summits, mature timber and vivid floral displays in June and July.
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Hungry Mother State Park 2854 Park Boulevard, Marion (276) 781-7400 • www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/hun.shtml Beautiful woodlands and placid 108-acre lake in the heart of the mountains, sandy beach with bathhouse, boats and boat launch, fishing pier, campgrounds, cabins, restaurant, gift shop, visitor center, a five-bedroom lodge that sleeps 16, and hiking and biking trails. Hemlock Haven Conference Center, for retreats, conferences and special events.
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Mount Rogers National Recreation Area 3714 Highway 16 (800) 628-6202 • www.fs.usda.gov/gwj A 200,000 acre mountain recreation wonderland within the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. The highest point in the state of Virginia as its centerpiece, Mount Rogers.Hiking, camping and fishing. The old rail bed trail called the Virginia Creeper runs along the Whitetop Laurel Creek from Abingdon, VA to West Jefferson, NC. It is part of the Appalachian Trail that extends from Maine to Georgia.
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Holston Hills Community Golf Course 1000 Country Club Rd., Marion (276) 783-7484 18 hole course features 6,536 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 70.8 and it has a slope rating of 126.
Salt Trail Town of Saltville • 496-5342 Once a railroad trail from Saltville to Glade Spring. 11 mile converted railroad bed for hiking and biking. Saltville Wave Pool 416 Panther Lane, Saltville (276) 496-5342 • www.saltville.org Saltville’s new wave pool, has the ability to generate ocean-like waves. Pool is 150 feet long by 60 feet wide and includes a children’s area with a fountain.
Saltville Golf Course 1 Stadium Drive, Saltville (276) 496-7779 9 hole course features 2,802 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 35. The course rating is 0 and it has a slope rating of 125. Water hazards and sand traps make playing a challenge. Pro shop. Scenic View Golf Course 969 Loves Mill Road, Chilhowie (276) 646-3535 9 hole course features 3,105 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36.
Skulls Gap Picnic Area Mount Rogers Nat’l. Rec. Area Rt. 762, Whitetop Road, Marion (276) 783-5196 7 picnic units with tables, grills and parking spurs. Virginia Highlands Horse Trail Mount Rogers Nat’l. Recreation Area 3714 Highway16, Marion (276) 783-5196 www.fs.usda.gov/gwj 68-mile trail between Elk Garden and VA Rt. 94. It features mountainous terrain, valley views and valley crossings. The trail includes parking and primitive camping for those who trailer horses. visitvirginiamountains.com 23
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