Biking & Bike Rental
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Grayson Gravel Traverse Bike Route
The Grayson Gravel Traverse is a 72-mile mixed-surface gravel bike route that connects the Virginia Creeper Trail and New River Trail…
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Matthews State Forest
Nearly 8 miles of challenging mountain trails for the hiking/biking enthusiast.
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New River Trail State Park
New River Trail is a 57-mile linear park that follows repurposed railroad right-of-way.
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TheNewRiverTrail.com
We are an independent website created by the Town of Fries to improve tourism and provide a resource for visitors to our area who are interested in making a day trip or coming for an overnight stay. The New River Trail offers so much to anyone who enjoys biking, hiking, camping, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, nature…
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Virginia Creeper Trail
The 34.3-mile Virginia Creeper – a great bike or hike on a repurposed railroad bed.
Canoes, Kayaks, Boats & Tubes
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Brush Creek Yachts
Brush Creek Yachts produces virtually everything that’s made out of wood and floats.
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New River Bridge Family Campground
RV and Tent Camping on the New River with Canoe, Kayak, and Tube Rentals Available
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New River Campground Canoeing & Kayaking
Full service campground and canoeing and kayaking outfitter.
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New River Trips, LLC
New River Trips offers guided smallmouth fishing trips on the New River near Galax VA.
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Paddleyax Kayaks
Paddle Yax Kayaks, offers the highest possible value in all of their kayak and accessory lines.
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TheNewRiverTrail.com
We are an independent website created by the Town of Fries to improve tourism and provide a resource for visitors to our area who are interested in making a day trip or coming for an overnight stay. The New River Trail offers so much to anyone who enjoys biking, hiking, camping, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, nature…
Fishing & Hunting
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Fishing on the New River
When you plan a trip on the New River in southwest Virginia, you will be floating into the past.
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Hunting
There is a long history of hunting in Grayson County that includes waterfowl, deer, rabbits and more.
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New River Soil & Water Conservation District
We assist landowners with the development and implementation of conservation practices.
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New River Trips, LLC
New River Trips offers guided smallmouth fishing trips on the New River near Galax VA.
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TheNewRiverTrail.com
We are an independent website created by the Town of Fries to improve tourism and provide a resource for visitors to our area who are interested in making a day trip or coming for an overnight stay. The New River Trail offers so much to anyone who enjoys biking, hiking, camping, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, nature…
Hiking & Parks
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Elk Garden Trailhead
Elk Garden is named after the now extinct eastern elk that once roamed throughout this area along with timber wolves, mountain lions, and bison. Today, none of these animals exist here, but black bear, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey are common throughout these woodlands. Entry to three trails can be found at Elk Garden: Elk…
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Jefferson National Forest
Jefferson National Forest was formed by combining portions of the Unaka and George Washington National Forests with other land.
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Matthews State Forest
Nearly 8 miles of challenging mountain trails for the hiking/biking enthusiast.
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Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area
A mountain recreation wonderland within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
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New River Trail State Park
New River Trail is a 57-mile linear park that follows repurposed railroad right-of-way.
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The Appalachian Trail
Grayson County is proud to offer a delightful section of the AT which can be accessed at Grayson Highlands State Park, Elk Garden trail head, Whitetop Mountain, and Rt. 603.
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TheNewRiverTrail.com
We are an independent website created by the Town of Fries to improve tourism and provide a resource for visitors to our area who are interested in making a day trip or coming for an overnight stay. The New River Trail offers so much to anyone who enjoys biking, hiking, camping, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, nature…
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Virginia Creeper Trail
The 34.3-mile Virginia Creeper – a great bike or hike on a repurposed railroad bed.
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Virginia Highlands Horse Trail
The Virginia Highlands Horse Trail is a 52 mile scenic trail designed for the enjoyment of horseback riders. The trail is mostly outside of park property but can be reached from the park using the Appalachian Trail or Horse Trail North. It offers stunning vistas of the region and connects to the Mount Rogers Recreational…
Horseback Riding
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Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures
Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures offers guided riding for riders of all experience levels.
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Elk Garden Trailhead
Elk Garden is named after the now extinct eastern elk that once roamed throughout this area along with timber wolves, mountain lions, and bison. Today, none of these animals exist here, but black bear, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey are common throughout these woodlands. Entry to three trails can be found at Elk Garden: Elk…
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Jefferson National Forest
Jefferson National Forest was formed by combining portions of the Unaka and George Washington National Forests with other land.
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Matthews State Forest
Nearly 8 miles of challenging mountain trails for the hiking/biking enthusiast.
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Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area
A mountain recreation wonderland within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
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New River Trail State Park
New River Trail is a 57-mile linear park that follows repurposed railroad right-of-way.
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Rocky Hollow Horse Camp
RV, Tent, and Horse Camping and Cabin Rentals with horse and hiking trails nearby
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Shoal Creek Horse Adventures
Horseback Riding Adventures along the New River in Grayson County, Virginia.
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TheNewRiverTrail.com
We are an independent website created by the Town of Fries to improve tourism and provide a resource for visitors to our area who are interested in making a day trip or coming for an overnight stay. The New River Trail offers so much to anyone who enjoys biking, hiking, camping, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, nature…
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Virginia Highlands Horse Trail
The Virginia Highlands Horse Trail is a 52 mile scenic trail designed for the enjoyment of horseback riders. The trail is mostly outside of park property but can be reached from the park using the Appalachian Trail or Horse Trail North. It offers stunning vistas of the region and connects to the Mount Rogers Recreational…
Outfitters
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Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures
Appalachian Horseback Riding Adventures offers guided riding for riders of all experience levels.
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Brush Creek Yachts
Brush Creek Yachts produces virtually everything that’s made out of wood and floats.
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Grayson Highlands General Store & Inn
This is a true general store selling everything from groceries to hardware, gasoline to firewood, and camping supplies to beer and wine.
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New River Bridge Family Campground
RV and Tent Camping on the New River with Canoe, Kayak, and Tube Rentals Available
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New River Campground Canoeing & Kayaking
Full service campground and canoeing and kayaking outfitter.
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New River Trips, LLC
New River Trips offers guided smallmouth fishing trips on the New River near Galax VA.
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Paddleyax Kayaks
Paddle Yax Kayaks, offers the highest possible value in all of their kayak and accessory lines.
Stargazing
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Elk Garden Trailhead
Elk Garden is named after the now extinct eastern elk that once roamed throughout this area along with timber wolves, mountain lions, and bison. Today, none of these animals exist here, but black bear, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey are common throughout these woodlands. Entry to three trails can be found at Elk Garden: Elk…
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Jefferson National Forest
Jefferson National Forest was formed by combining portions of the Unaka and George Washington National Forests with other land.
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Matthews State Forest
Nearly 8 miles of challenging mountain trails for the hiking/biking enthusiast.
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Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area
A mountain recreation wonderland within the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
