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For a retreat, you could spa and shop, or better, you could get off the grid on a rugged ATV on the Spearhead Trails day

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Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure

Get your getaway started with a full-day of off-roading at Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure . Rent Side by Side UTVs for an unforgettable open-air ride on the Coal Canyon Trail , one of five Spearhead Trails in the mountains of Southwest Virginia.

Nosh on from-scratch pizzas and grinders at Bellacino's in Grundy, then settle in at one of five log cabins that sleep up to 10 people at Southern Gap Outdoor Adventure.

2 day BREAKS INTERSTATE PARK

It's an easy 30-minute drive to Breaks Interstate Park for miles of forested hiking trails across this 4,500-acre interstate park. For out-of-this-world views, hit up the Towers Trail and Overlook Trail, as well as the sensational Stateline Overlook.

Harness up! The Canyon Rim Zipline awaits. Enjoy unmatched views of Breaks Gorge, known as the "Grand Canyon of the South," as you soar along the dramatic canyon rim on just under a half-mile of high-flying line.

Clinch River Adventures

A one-hour drive south leads to Clinch River Adventures for an afternoon of kayaking on the free-flowing Clinch River. A 90-minute or 3.5-hour self-guided paddle allows for exploration of one of the most biodiverse rivers in the world.

PUERTO NUEVO, ST PAUL

Toast a day well-lived with an Organic Margarita at Puerto Nuevo , located in the Western Front Hotel . Belly up to the salsa bar and enjoy the diverse menu and warm welcome of this unique and flavorful Fresh-Mex and Seafood eatery.

Get tucked in at the Western Front Hotel , a historic red brick inn that oozes Appalachian charm. The rustic-chic vibe is off the charts. Get your game on in The Roost or toast up some marshmallows in The Backyard.

3 day LITTLE STONY FALLS

An easy 30-minute drive leads to the trailhead within Jefferson National Forest for cascading Little Stony Falls. A short hike leads to the tumbling waterfall that boasts a crystal-clear watering hole.

Flag Rock Recreation Area

Have a picnic at Flag Rock Recreation Area and snap a selfie with the Woodbooger, well a statue of this notorious Bigfoot-like creature. He's said to roam the forests of Southwest Virginia. He's partial to Norton. In particular, Flag Rock.

If time permits, cap off the weekend with a vibrantly-colored sunset from atop High Knob Observation Tower 

BIG TIME FUN IN A SMALL TOWN PAC k A GE

When you visit Big Stone Gap , you’ll find yourself immersed in some of the most breathtaking scenery Virginia has to offer. Mountains spring up on all sides of the Hallmark-feeling town and create the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. Not to mention, the endless mountains and forested land provide ample opportunities for adventure, such as biking, hiking, and horseback riding. After your day of Big Time Fun, wind down in one of our locally owned restaurants with a craft beer or a coalfired pizza while listening to authentic mountain music ringing in the streets.

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