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Flanked by the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east and the Allegheny Mountains to the west, the Shenandoah Valley is the stuff of legend.
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Graced with breathtaking views, a rich history, and charming downtowns — the Valley has cast its magic on generations of travelers. You’ll find much to love here.
Wine & Dine Known for exceptional beauty - now discover our fresh and local dining scene, extraordinary country wineries and award-winning breweries. Discover tasteful travel suggestions within our charming downtowns.
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Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park Virginia’s Blue Ridge Parkway
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Family & Fun Entertaining the whole family begins with our spectacular caverns. View the local wildlife or visit a zoo, find a farm to pick apples and pumpkins, navigate a corn maze, make a splash at the waterpark, and then relax with a float on the Shenandoah River.
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Step back in time as you visit historic homes, living history museums, elegant gardens, civil war trails and battlefields. These are the places where history speaks and comes to life.
Beds & Bikes The Shenandoah Valley is the perfect place to plan your on or off road adventure offering a mix of heartpumping terrain, scenic countryside and charming downtowns. Plenty to do on and off your bike.
Enjoy canoeing, birding, camping, hiking, photography, fishing, and more.
Shenandoah Valley Kids Trail Put the Kids in Control and brace for FUN! Check out the new mobile app “Shenandoah Valley Kids Trail,” a cool tool designed to help parents, grandparents, and children explore the valley!
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Shenandoah Valley The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia and West Virginia The Shenandoah Valley features picture-perfect postcard farms and inns, tucked in historic downtowns and nestled along country roads. With easy access to hiking, bicycling, paddling and skiing, it is an ideal place to launch your next outdoor adventure. History runs deep in the Valley, from Civil War battlefields to “living museums” with costumed interpreters. Charming downtowns beckon with a variety of dining and cultural amenities.
Promoting the Shenandoah Valley since 1924. This guide is produced by one of the oldest travel organizations in the nation — the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association, serving visitors and businesses for over 90 years. Shenandoah Valley Travel Association P.O. Box 3363, Warrenton, VA 20188 540-740-3132 • Fax 540-740-3100 info@visitshenandoah.org 4 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
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Virginia Tourism Corporation 1-800-VISIT-VA • www.virginia.org West Virginia Division of Tourism 1-800-CALL-WVA www.wvtourism.com The Information in this guide is arranged by Interstate 81 Exits (North to South), plus I-66 and I-64. All interstate exit numbers correspond to mile markers.
Valley Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Harrisonburg – Massanutten . 23-25
Must See Attractions . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
By the Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lexington – Buena Vista . . . . . . . 29
Map of Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
Luray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16, 21-22
Travel Ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Lynchburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Groups & Travel Related Service . 34
Maurertown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Middletown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Millwood – Stephens City . . . . . . . 9
West Virginia Martinsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Virginia Basye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bedford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-32 Bentonville – Strasburg . . . . . . . . 11 Boyce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Buchanan - Fincastle - Troutville . 31
Monterey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mt. Crawford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Mt. Jackson – Quicksburg . . . . . 13 Natural Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 New Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14 Orkney Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Roanoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Salem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Covington - Clifton Forge . . . . . . 29
Shenandoah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dayton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Stanley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Edinburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Staunton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28
Elkton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Timberville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fishersville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Waynesboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Fort Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Weyers Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Front Royal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Winchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Grottoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Woodstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Virginia
Visit our local Information/ Visitor Centers located North to South within the Valley listed here:
West Virginia Berkeley County Martinsburg Jefferson County Harpers Ferry
Frederick County Winchester Warren County Front Royal Page County Luray Shenandoah County New Market Rockingham County Harrisonburg Augusta County Staunton Waynesboro Bath County Hot Springs Alleghany County Covington Rockbridge Lexington City of Lynchburg Bedford County Bedford Roanoke County Roanoke Salem
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Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention & Visitors Bureau I-81 Exits 12, 13, 14, 16 126 E. Race St., Martinsburg, WV 25401 info@travelwv.com • www.travelwv.com 304-264-8801 • 800-4WVA-FUN Visitors Center, located in historic Belle Boyd house, provides free house tours. Also, information on our historic downtown, walking & driving tours, museums & history, geocaching, events, dining, lodging & more! (See our ad on page 8)
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Winchester Winchester-Frederick County Visitor Center I-81 Exit 313 1400 South Pleasant Valley Road, Winchester, VA 22601 www.VisitWinchesterVA.com • 877-871-1326
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Make us your first stop in the Valley! We are statecertified, open daily 9am-5pm. Helpful travel counselors, maps, brochures, area driving tours, a Civil War Orientation Center, gift shop, restroom facilities and plenty of parking.
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Our Martinsburg Vacation (Berkeley County, WV)
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WINCHESTER, VA ATTRACTIONS Marker-Miller Orchards Farm Market & Bakery Martin sburg’s downt own has lots of restau rants and unique stores. It was great fun! Th is is one of the many . blic mu seu ms open to the pu in 1734. lt bui s wa bin Ca n Mo rga
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I-81 Exit 317 or 310 • 901 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA 22601 www.theMSV.org • 888-556-5799 A must-see! Acres of spectacular gardens, manor house, displays of permanent collections & changing exhibitions. Free admission to ages 12 & under. Open 10-4 Tuesday–Sunday. (See our ad on page 9)
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Patsy Cline Historic House Bloo min’ Bash - awes ome festi val, thou sand s of dayl ilies, mus ic and mor e!
Geoc achi ng is grea t arou nd here... lots of cach e site s! Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention and Visitors Bureau 126 E Race Street • Martinsburg, WV 25401 304.264.8801 • 800-4WVA FUN www.TravelWV.com
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I-81 Exit 310 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester, VA 22602 www.markermillerorchards.com • 540-662-1391 Century farm offering a variety of fresh fruits & veggies. Large selection of jams, jellies & fruit wines, fresh made fudge and our in-house bakery.
I-81 Exit 313 • 608 South Kent Street, Winchester, VA 22601 www.celebratingpatsycline.org • 540-662-5555 info@patsyclinehistorichouse.com Tour the house and hear stories about Patsy Cline and her family. Come on in and sit right down and make yourself at home. Admission Fee.
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® I-81 Exit 313 Office at 135 North Cameron Street. Winchester, VA 22601 www.thebloom.com • 540-662-3863 • info@sabf.org Festival runs from Friday, April 24 through Sunday, May 3. 2015 Grand Feature Parade: Saturday, May 2, 2015. Dinners, dances, parades, carnival rides and games, and much more!
Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum
The Newtown History Center
I-81 Exit 313 • 19W. Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601 www.discoverymuseum.net • 540-722-2020
I-81 Exit 307 • 5408 Main Street, Stephens City, VA 22655 www.newtownhistorycenter.org • 540-869-1700 Wagon road settlement founded during the French & Indian War. Visit the old Steele & Bro. Store, tour the historic district. Check website for hours.
Offering an interactive, hands-on learning experience for the entire family. Open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 1pm-5pm; Closed Monday.
LODGING Best Western-Lee Jackson Inn & Conference Ctr.
Middletown
I-81 Exit 313 at US 50, 17 & 522 711 Millwood Avenue, Winchester, VA 22601 800-528-1234 or 540-662-4154
I-81 Exit 302 336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA 22645 www.bellegrove.org • 540-869-2028
139 rooms, Free coffee, USA Today, local calls. TV HBO, CNN, ESPN, Free Wi-Fi, in-room coffee makers, guest laundry. AAA, AARP, CAA, Corporate, and Government group rates. Perkins Restaurant & Bakery on premises.
DINING One Block West I-81 Exit 315 or 313 to Old Town 25 South Indian Alley, Winchester, VA 22601 www.oneblockwest.com • 540-662-1455
ATTRACTIONS Belle Grove Plantation
1797 home of Major Isaac Hite and Nelly Madison Hite, sister of President James Madison. Epicenter of the 1864 Civil War Battle of Cedar Creek. (See our ad on this page)
Welcome Welcome to to Belle Belle Grove Grove Plantation Plantation 336 336 Belle Belle Grove Grove Road Road ● ● Middletown, Middletown, VA VA 22645 22645 ● ● www.bellegrove.org www.bellegrove.org Open Open for for tours tours March-December March-December
Upscale yet casual fine dining. Sensational, seasonal cuisine showcasing fresh, local products. Menu changes daily. Fine wines. “Winchester’s most refined dining” (Frommer’s Virginia). Open Tue-Sat.
Violino Ristorante Italiano I-81 Exit 315 or 313 to Old Town 181 North Loudoun Street, Winchester, VA 22601 www.violinoristorante.com • 540-667-8006 Northern Italian and contemporary cuisine in an intimate fine dining setting. A creative menu, expertly prepared and professional service. Reservations suggested. Open Mon-Sat.
Millwood - Stephens City ATTRACTIONS Dinosaur Land I-81 Exit 307 • At Stephens City go 5 miles east on Rt. 277 3848 Stonewall Jackson Hwy, White Post, VA 22663 www.dinosaurland.com • 540-869-2222 A prehistoric forest from the past, with over 50 life size dinosaur exhibits. Open Mar 1 through Dec 31. Large Gift shop with great gifts, dinosaurs.
Six Six acres acres of of beautiful beautiful gardens, gardens, exhibitions, Glen Glen Burnie Burnie House, House, exhibitions, Six acres of beautiful gardens, fun events, events, and and Museum Museum Store. fun Store. exhibitions, Glen Burnie House, FREE to 12 and FREE to ages ages 12 and under. under. fun events, and Museum Store. Open Tuesday–Sunday. Open 10–4 10–4 Tuesday–Sunday. FREE to ages 12 and under. Open 10–4 Tuesday–Sunday. 901 901 Amherst Amherst Street Street Winchester, VA VA 22601 22601 Winchester, 901 Amherst Street 540-662-1473, ext. 235 540-662-1473, 235 Winchester, VAext. 22601 540-662-1473, ext. 235
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Clarke County, VA
Boyce ATTRACTIONS State Arboretum of Virginia I-81 Exit 313 • US 50 9 miles east of Winchester. 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA 22620 www.blandy.virginia.edu • 540-837-1758 170 acres of native trees, shrubs, trails, bridle trail, 3-mile loop drive. Workshops, lectures, special events. Dawn to dusk, 365 days. Free admission. Dogs permitted.
Warren County, VA
Front Royal Front Royal/Warren County Visitors Center I-81 to I-66 Exit 6 • 414 East Main Street, Front Royal, VA 22630 www.discoverfrontroyal.com • 800-338-2576 Recognized as the Gateway to Shenandoah National Park and the Canoe Capital of Virginia, this region offers natural beauty, outdoor adventures and storied past: World famous Skyline Caverns, canoeing, antiquing, golfing, hiking, horseback riding, nature photography, self-guided driving tour of the famous “Brother against Brother” Civil War Battle and walking tour of historic downtown Front Royal.
VIRGINIA'S CANOE CAPITAL
FRONT ROYAL, VA ATTRACTIONS Front Royal Outdoors I-66 Exit 6 US 340 South 8567 Stonewall Jackson Hwy. • Front Royal, VA 22630 540-635-5440 • 800-270-8808 • www.frontroyalcanoe.com We offer self-guided canoe, solo, tandem and fishing kayak, 4 and 6 person raft, tube, and stand-up paddle board trips on the legendary Shenandoah River.
DINING Apple House Restaurant & Gift Shop I-66 Exit 13 4675 John Marshall Highway, Linden, VA 22642 www.theapplehouse.net • 540-636-6329 Family run since 1963! Serving great food, BBQ, and our famous Apple Butter Donuts to our friends & travelers at the northern entrance to the Skyline Drive.
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Shenandoah County, VA Shenandoah County Tourism I-81 Exits 298 to 264 www.shenandoahtravel.org • 888-367-3965 There’s only one Shenandoah County in the Shenandoah Valley! Enjoy our beautiful mountains, abundant outdoor recreation, charming small towns, award-winning wineries, craft breweries, unique restaurants, antiquing, arts, and rich history. Stay in our variety of hotels, B&Bs and vacation rental homes & cabins.
Maurertown ATTRACTIONS North Mountain Vineyard & Winery I-81 Exit 291 • 4374 Swartz Road, Maurertown, VA 22644 www.northmountainvineyard.com • 540-436-9463 Award-winning wines, exceptional mountain vistas, tours and tastings. Special events, picnic grounds, decks, light gourmet fare. Pets welcome.
Bentonville - Strasburg ATTRACTIONS Strasburg Museum
LOCAL HARVEST & FINE WINE
I-81 Exit 298 440 E. King Street, Strasburg, VA 22657 www.strasburgmuseum.org • 540-465-3175 Model railroad, caboose, and Colonial and Victorian style rooms. 1739 German Bible, pottery, Black history, Civil War era, much more. “The Best Little Museum in Virginia!”
Virginia Bicycling Adventures I-81 Exit 298 www.virginiabicycling.com • 540-465-4202 Self-Guided Road Bicycle Tours through Virginia's Shenandoah and Piedmont Valleys. Route instructions. Maps provided. B&B accommodations. Weekend packages and five different week-long tours available.
SHENANDOAH COUNTY, VA Woodstock Town of Woodstock I-81 Exit 283 135 North Main Street, Woodstock, VA 22664 www.townofwoodstockva.com • 540-459-3621 Historic downtown, local eateries, many lodging options and a great place to stay while you play in the Valley!
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DINING Woodstock Cafe & Shoppes I-81 Exit 283 • 117 South Main Street, Woodstock, VA 22664 www.cafeshoppes.com • 540-459-8888 Great food, unique gifts, and pleasant company. Open 7 days a week; Thursday nights for dinner. Check website for special evening events. Live entertainment Sunday afternoons.
SHOPPING & SERVICES Fort Valley Nursery I-81 Exit 283 • 1175 South Hisey Avenue, Woodstock, VA 22664 www.fortvalleynursery.com • 540-459-5151 Visit year-round for an extraordinary garden shopping experience. Enjoy our full service café as you wander our new five-acre site “Discovering Your Garden”.
Edinburg Town of Edinburg I-81 Exit 279 101 Town Hall Avenue, PO Box 85, Edinburg, VA 22824 www.townofedinburg.com • 540-984-8521 Exemplifies the quaint, small town atmosphere of the Valley. Along its streets are art, craft, and gift shops as well as the Museum at the Edinburg Mill.
SHOPPING & SERVICES Wholesome Foods Country Deli & Butcher Shoppe I-81 Exit6 279 • 986 South Ox Road, Edinburg, VA 22824 www.wholesomefoodsinc.com • 540-984-8219 ext. 1 Quality fresh poultry, beef, pork, deli meat and cheeses. Custom cut meats-to-order. Home of Old Dominion Sugar Cured Country Ham & VA’s Best Bottled Water.
Fort Valley ATTRACTIONS Fort Valley Ranch I-81 Exit 279 • 299 South Fort Valley Rd, Fort Valley, VA 22652 www.fortvalleyranch.com • 888-754-5771 or 540-933-6633 Mountain Horseback Riding. Guided, mountain horseback rides, wagon rides, camping, cabins, ranch packages. Just minutes from Luray or Woodstock, VA. Reservations strongly recommended. 540-933-6633, www.fortvalleyranch.com (See our ad on page 15)
Basye LODGING Cedar Ridge Lodge at Bryce Resort I-81 Exit 273 to Route 263, west 11 miles Resort Drive, Basye, VA 22810 (508) 514-9000 • CedarRidgeLodge@rocketmail.com www.CedarRidgeLodgeVA.com Bryce Resort’s only authentic exclusive-use rustic lodge accommodation located steps from ski lifts, golf course, and resort activities. Perfect for family, friends, and executive retreats. (See our ad on this page)
Bear Cub Vacation Properties I-81 Exit 273 Route 11 South BearCubProperties@aol.com • (508) 514-9000 Premium level accommodations, chalets, lodges, condos; with mountain views, fireplaces, Jacuzzis, in Bryce Resort and Massanutten Resort close to the Shenandoah National Park & Blue Ridge Mountains.
Orkney Springs ATTRACTIONS Shenandoah Valley Music Festival I-81 Exit 273 For tickets and information www.musicfest.org • 540-459-3396 To Orkney Springs Festival Grounds - US 11 south, right on Route 263 12 miles.
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Enjoy marvelous melodies outdoors! 52 years of outstanding summer concerts on the grounds of a national historic landmark in Orkney Springs, VA on select summer weekends. Pavilion & lawn seating. Symphony, folk, bluegrass, country, Americana, etc.
Mt. Jackson - Quicksburg ATTRACTIONS American Celebration on Parade
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I-81 Exit 269 • 397 Caverns Road, Shenandoah Caverns, VA 22847 www.shenandoahcaverns.com • 888-4CAVERN Stand where presidents and other famous Americans have stood at American Celebration on Parade. You'll see 27 full-size parade floats and over 100 props from Presidential Inaugurals, Tournament of Roses, and other national celebrations. Enjoy the floats up close, at your own pace. It's a once in a lifetime experience! Groups welcome. Admission includes the Shenandoah Caverns Family of Attractions. (See our ad on this page)
Maize Quest @ Bridgemont Farm I-81 Exit 269 • The Cornfield Maze Adventure 424 Wissler Road, Quicksburg, VA 22847 www.getlostinthecorn.com • 540-477-4200 Largest corn maze in the Valley! Get lost - have fun in 12 acres of corn. 60 ft. barn slide! Hayrides! More! Early Sept-mid November.
New Market Town of New Market I-81 Exit 264 • 9418 John Sevier Road, New Market, VA 22844 540-740-3432 • info@newmarketvirginia.com “Welcome to our historic town with battlefield reenactments, golf, lodging, shopping, excellent dining, and outside adventures. Visit our website for annual event information.”
ATTRACTIONS Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation I-81 Exit 264 • 9386 South Congress St. • New Market, VA 22844 www.ShenandoahAtWar.org • 540-740-4545 • Non-profit manager of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District. Working with partners to preserve, interpret, and promote more than ten Civil War battlefields and related historic sites. Stop by any Visitor Center in the Valley.
Route 11 Potato Chips I-81 Exit 269 • 11 Edwards Way, Mt. Jackson, VA 22842 www.rt11.com • 540-477-9664 Batch cooked kettle style potato chips. Seasonal specialties include Sweet Potato Chips & Yukon Gold Potato Chips. Fry-viewing at factory store. Best time is AM-Early PM.
Shenandoah Caverns Must I-81 Exit 269 See! 261 Caverns Road, Shenandoah Caverns, VA 22847 www.shenandoahcaverns.com • 888-4CAVERN Shenandoah Caverns has been thrilling visitors for over 90 years. It is the only Virginia cavern with elevator service, so only the sights are breathtaking. After the tour be sure to check out our other attractions, Main Street of Yesteryear, American Celebration on Parade and the Yellow Barn. Four attractions for one low price. Let the exploration begin! (See our ad on this page)
The Yellow Barn at Shenandoah Caverns I-81 Exit 269 • 410 Caverns Road, Shenandoah Caverns, VA 22847 www.shenandoahcaverns.com • 888-4CAVERN The Valley’s premiere entertainment venue, vast collection of restored carriages & antique farm wagons along with model trains in motion. Family fun for all ages! (See our ad on this page) Toll Free 800-visit-sv | 13
Virginia Museum of the Civil War & New Market Battlefield State Historical Park I-81 Exit 264 8895 George Collins Parkway, New Market, VA 22844 www.vmi.edu/newmarket • 866-515-1864 or 540-740-3101 300-acre battlefield, historic Bushong Farm and museum complex. Site made famous by participation of VMI Cadets in the Battle of New Market. Museum exhibit presents overall picture of Civil War in Virginia. Open daily 9am-5pm.
ATTRACTIONS Shenandoah River Adventures I-81 Exit 264 • US 211 East to US 340 South 415 Long Avenue, Shenandoah, VA 22849 www.shenandoahriveradventures.com • 888-309-7222 toll free Canoe, kayak, tube rentals. Over 50 miles of river fun, from beginners to advanced. Guided & self-guided trips. Info and shuttle included. Call for appointment.
Stanley ATTRACTIONS Jordan Hollow Trail Rides
DINING McDonald’s I-81 Exit 264 171 West Old Cross Road, New Market, VA 22844 Close to interstate, easy on/off. Civil War theme décor, selfserve beverage bar. Quick, friendly service, play land, pet green area. Sun 6am-11pm; Mon-Thurs. 5:30am-11pm; Fri-Sat 5:30am-midnight. Buses welcome.
I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 935 Judy Lane, Stanley, VA 22851 www.jordanhollowstables.com 800-419-0599 • 540-778-2623 Trail rides for the whole family. 1 1/2 hour, two hour, half and all day rides. Pony rides. Special occasion rides. Affordable rates. Reservations required.
Wisteria Farm & Vineyard I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 1126 Marksville Road, Stanley, VA 22851 www.wisteriavineyard.com • 540-742-1489
CABIN CAPITAL OF VIRGINIA LURAY - PAGE COUNTY
Small winery on slope of the Blue Ridge. Working farm with Romney Sheep, free-roaming chickens. Picnic, sit on our deck, and enjoy the views and wine.
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Shenandoah Town of Shenandoah — Daughter of the Stars! I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East to US 340 South, 10 min. www.TownOfShenandoah.com • 540-652-8164 Large Historic District/Town Hall Museum! Civil War trails, active rail yard - watch trains, shop downtown! Shenandoah Landing and Park! Big Gem Park. Many events! 14 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
18 Campbell Street, Luray, VA 22835. Open 9am-5pm daily. www.LurayPage.com. Call for free travel guide 888-743-3915. In the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, nestled between the Blue Ridge and Massanutten Mountains, Luray and Page County is home to the Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive, as well as Luray Caverns. Lodging for every budget and taste, from cozy cabins to elegant B&Bs; motels to campsites. Canoeing on Shenandoah River, charming towns, historic sites, antiques and festivals. (See our ad on page 15)
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ATTRACTIONS Garden Maze at Luray Caverns I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 101 Cave Hill Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.thegardenmaze.com • 540-843-0769 Mid-Atlantic’s largest garden maze. 8 foot hedges create pathways of puzzlement. Misting fog keeps things cool! Open daily early Spring- November; Winter-weekends only, weather permitting.
Luray Caverns I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 970 US Highway 211 West, Luray, VA 22835 www.luraycaverns.com • 540-743-6551
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U.S. Natural Landmark. Largest, most popular caverns in the East. Well-lighted paved walkways, cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high. Towering stone columns, crystal clear pools. Home of the world’s only Stalactite Organ. Near Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park, 15 minutes from I-81, New Market. Also included the Car and Carriage Caravan, Luray Valley Museum. Open Daily year-round. (See our ad on this page)
Shenandoah National Park Featuring Skyline Drive • I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East Headquarters in Luray, VA • www.nps.gov/shen • 540-999-3500 The Mid-Atlantic region’s National Park. Skyline Drive, a designated National Scenic Byway, covers 105 miles. 69 overlooks. 500 miles of hiking trails, two visitor centers, wildlife, ranger programs, horseback riding, much more! Plan an overnight at one of the park’s historic lodges. Dining, tap rooms, retail service. (See our ad on page 21)
Shenandoah River Outfitters I-81, Exit 264, US 211 East 6502 South Page Valley Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.shenandoahriver.com 800-6CANOE2 or 540-743-4159 Canoe! Kayak! Raft! Tube! Shenandoah River fun. Great family experience. Tent campground. 9 Log cabin rentals on river. Plan for a day, weekend or week! (See our ad on page 15) 16 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
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Beautiful Vineyards Raise your glass and celebrate Virginia Wine throughout the Valley. Experience a variety of spirits in a region emerging as a global wine leader.
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Wild & Local Places Explore the Valley’s backcountry in Shenandoah National Park, on the Appalachian Trail, and in the George Washington/Jefferson National Forests. Bring the kids to visit with the animals at the Virginia Safari Park and take a picture with the baby tigers at Natural Bridge Zoo.
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Miles of National Scenic Byways Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park is 105 miles of pure driving pleasure, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Parkway offers another 100 miles of dramatic scenery & West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle has the 136 mile Washington Heritage Trail.
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From the mountains to the rivers and the lush green valley in-between, you can swim, fish, ski, snowboard, zip-line, camp, go horseback riding, and more!
Averaging a cool 54 degrees! These naturally formed landmarks are part of the incredible landscape found in the Shenandoah Valley – as much fun above groundas below.
Seasons of Outdoor Recreation
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National Park Shenandoah National Park offers 200,000 acres of gorgeous back country and over 4,000 feet of elevation and mountain views.
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A National Scenic Byway is a road recognized by the U S Department of Transportation. Established by Congress in 1991 to preserve and protect the nation’s scenic but often less-traveled roads, the Shenandoah Valley hosts over 200 miles of scenic byways. Today you can take in the views along the Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Parkway or West Virginia's Washington Heritage Trail, easily accessible from many of our Shenandoah Valley towns.
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Bike this way…
Visit a battlefield…
Virginia Bicycling Adventures –
Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation
www.virginiabicycling.com · 540-465-4202 Self-Guided Road Bicycle Tours through Virginia’s Shenandoah and Piedmont Valleys. Route instructions, maps provided. B&B accommodations booked. Weekend packages and five different week-long tours available.
www.ShenandoahAtWar.org · 540-740-4545 Non-profit manager of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District. Working with partners to preserve, interpret, and promote more than ten Civil War battlefields and related historic sites. Stop by any Visitor Center in the Valley for more information.
Stay in our home…
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Bed & Breakfasts of the Historic Shenandoah Valley
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
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www.flyshd.com · 540-234-8304
Throughout the Shenandoah Valley find a distinctive combination of inns. Experience our lovely homes and historic inns. Hosts assure your comfort, assist with sightseeing, antiquing, and much more. “Inn-hop” up or down the Valley, sampling Virginia wine and enjoying world class hospitality!
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Located off I-81 Exit 235. 77 Aviation Circle, Weyers Cave, VA 24486 info@FlySHD.com Centrally located and providing the quickest, most convenient access to the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. With well-timed departures and arrivals, SHD makes it easy and affordable to fly local. Located just minutes from Harrisonburg, Staunton and Waynesboro, as well as Interstates 81 and 64.
LODGING Allstar Lodging Vacation Cabin Rentals I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East • 803 E. Main St. • Luray, VA 22835 www.allstarlodging.com • 540-843-0606 Vacation rentals with Kitchens, Fireplaces, Hot tubs, romantic getaways, family vacations, reunions or corporate retreats. Open year round. Pets welcome. (See our ad on page 15)
Brookside Cabins I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 2978 US Highway 211 East, Luray, VA 22835. www.brooksidecabins.com • 540-743-5698 4½ miles east of Luray. Log sided cabins along brook. 1-2 bedrooms. Gas fireplaces, interior hot tubs, small refrigerator, and coffee maker. Daily maid service. Open year-round.
Crestview Cottage I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 1320 South Antioch Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.crestviewcottage.com • 540-743-4674
Shenandoah National Park Lodging I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East or I-81 Exit 247A US 33 www.goshenandoah.com • 877-847-1919 Good food, live entertainment, and Must accommodations are inside the Park at Big See! Meadows Lodge, Skyland Resort and Lewis Mountain Cabins located along the Skyline Drive, a National Scenic Byway. Enjoy spectacular views from lodge rooms and cozy cabins. Special packages, events and activities available. Hospitality services managed by Delaware North at Shenandoah, Inc. under authorization of the National Park Service (See our ad on this page)
Skyline Drive In Shenandoah National Park Skyline Drive Current Road Conditions- 1-540-999-3500 (option 1) www.visitskylinedrive.org It takes about three hours to travel the entire length of the park on a clear day. Skyline Drive is 105 miles and has 69 overlooks. You can enter Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive at four places: • Front Royal near I-66 to US Rt. 340 • Thornton Gap at US Rt. 211 • Swift Run Gap at US Rt. 33 • Rockfish Gap* at I-64 to US Rt. 250 *northern entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Between the Massanutten & Blue Ridge Mountains. Perfect honeymoon/vacation getaway. Fireplace, whirlpool for 2, cathedral ceiling, Dish Network. No smoking. Open year-round. Pets extra charge.
Peach Orchard Hide-A-Way I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 101 South Antioch Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.fairviewcabins.com • 540-860-0011 Luxurious log cabin on 48 acres. Fully equipped kitchen. Linens provided. Ideal family vacation/ honeymoon retreat. Outdoor stone fireplace on screened porch. Awesome views. Pets welcome.
Shadow Mountain Escape I-81, Exit 264 US 211 East 1132 Jewell Hollow Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.shadowmountainescape.com • 540-843-0584 goriddle@hotmail.com Virginia’s “Simply Charming” authentic timber frame cabins bordering the Shenandoah National Park. A truly unique romantic couple’s escape conveniently located in a woodland park setting on the “Blue Ridge Whiskey Wine Loop“.
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SHENANDOAH NATURE’S CALLING.NATIONAL PARK IS THE ANSWER. Enjoy 105 miles of scenery atop Skyline Drive, 200,000 acres of SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK IS THE ANSWER.
unspoiled wilderness, and endless amounts of inspired recreation – Enjoy 105amiles of scenery Skyline Drive, of all within few hours of DC.atop At the end of your 200,000 day, stayacres overnight unspoiled andMeadows endless amounts of inspired recreation at Skylandwilderness, Resort or Big Lodge. Ready to heed the call? – all within a few hours of DC. At the end of your day, stay overnight at Skyland Resort Big Meadows Lodge. Ready to heed the call? Bookornow at goshenandoah.com
or call 877-313-2586. Book now at goshenandoah.com or call 877-313-2586. Hospitality by Delaware North. ©2015 DNC Parks & Resorts at Shenandoah, Inc. Hospitality by Delaware North. ©2015 DNC Parks & Resorts at Shenandoah, Inc.
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The Country Place
Brookside Restaurant
I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East Lodging and Camping on the Shenandoah River 100 Fort Liscomb Road, Luray, VA 22835 www.countryplacecabins.com • 540-743-4007 country@shentel.net.
I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 4 -1/2 mi east of Luray. 2978 US Hwy 211 E Luray, VA 22835 • 540-743-5698
Shenandoah River front cabins, lodge, tree house, camp on farm. Wi-Fi; free long distance; canoes/ tubes in season. Event venue for weddings, reunions, corporate retreat, honeymoons.
The Mimslyn Inn I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 401 West Main Street, Luray, VA 22835 www.mimslyninn.com • 800-296-5105 Beautiful historic inn. Fine dining restaurant, tavern and spa. Meeting space for retreats, getaway meetings, conferences, weddings. Elegantly appointed guest rooms, suites offer comfortable charm of a bygone era and modern conveniences for today’s lifestyles. (See our ad on this page)
DINING Artisans Grill I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 2 East Main Street, Luray, VA 22835 www.artisansgrill.com • 540-743-7030 Gourmet deli, casual dining. Freshly prepared salads, soups, desserts. Open flame grilled specialties. Naturally raised beef/poultry. Beer, wine, spirits. Open 6 days for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesday.
Between Luray Caverns & Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park. Home cooking, fresh breads, cakes/pies baked daily. Buffet lunches/dinners with huge salad bar.
Circa ’31 at The Mimslyn Inn I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 401 West Main St, Luray, VA 22835 • www.mimslyninn.com 800-296-5105 or 540-743-5105 Enjoy fine dining featuring upscale southern cuisine. Delight the palate and enjoy Vintage Southern Hospitality in our beautifully restored historic inn. (See our ad on this page)
Speakeasy Bar & Restaurant at The Mimslyn Inn I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 401 West Main Street, Luray, VA 22835. www.mimslyninn.com • 800-296-5105 or 540-743-5105 Unwind, enjoy spirited conversation in restaurant located in the beautifully restored historic inn. Enjoy art-deco inspired décor, prohibition theme drink menu, live music, delightful menu. (See our ad on this page)
SHOPPING Arts & Artisans Fine Art Gallery I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East • 4 East Main Street, Luray, VA 22835 540-860-5608 • artsandartisansgallery.com Original Paintings and drawings, limited edition prints by local and nationally known artists. Come and see fine paintings. Wednesday through Sunday 12pm-5pm and by appointment.
Luray Fudge Company I-81 Exit 264 US 211 East 970 US Hwy 211 West, Luray, VA 22835 • 540-743-3556 At entrance to Car & Carriage Caravan Museum at Luray Caverns. Fudge handcrafted from 1830’s recipe, baked from scratch cookies, oldfashioned lemonade, other tantalizing treats. 22 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
Rockingham County, VA
Timberville ATTRACTIONS Plains District Memorial Museum I-81 Exit 264 • US 211 West 7 miles. 176 North Main Street, Timberville, VA 22853 plainsmuseum.com • 540-896-7900 Featuring exhibits & memorabilia from the Plains District of Rockingham County. Open Thursday thru Sunday 1-4pm. Free admission.
Lakeview Golf Course I-81 Exit 245 • 4101 Shen Lake Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.lakeviewgolf.net • 540-434-8937 Port Republic east 3 mi, left on Shen Lake Dr. 36 holes. The “Mountain View” 18: Tournament-like experience. “The Lake View” 18: Challenging, playable for all. Tee times required.
Massanutten Adventures I-81 Exit 247A East on US 33 1850 Meadow Vista Lane, McGaheysville, VA 22840 www.massadventures.com • 540-289-4066 Canoe, kayak, raft, tube. Trips daily from Massanutten to Shenandoah River. Check website for details on river adventures and area excursions. Your adventure is waiting…
Services Blue Ridge Tours
Go On An Outdoor Adventure
I-81 Exit 247 A 1850 Meadow Vista Lane, McGaheysville, VA 22840 www.blueridgetours.com • 866-652-TOURS Travel with the Best! Distinctive Quality with Exceptional Service. Experience Blue Ridge Tours for all your charter motor coach needs!
Harrisonburg – Massanutten CAMPING Harrisonburg/Shenandoah Valley KOA I-81 Exit 257 12480 Mountain Valley Road, Broadway, VA 22815 www.KOA.com/campgrounds/Harrisonburg • 540-896-8929 US 11 North 100 yds to Rt 608, then right 3 1/2 miles. Tent, RV sites, cabins, lodges. Big Rig friendly. Pool, mini golf, LP gas, more! Open year-round. (See our ad on this page)
ATTRACTIONS Harper’s Statuary & Water Gardens I-81 Exit 251 • 1 mile south on US 11 2670 North Valley Pike, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 www.HarpersStatuary.com • 540-434-8978 East Coast’s largest variety of cast stone statuary made on site. Water feature displays, gift shops, water garden supplies, pottery, and landscape stone. Buy direct, save. Open year-round. (See our ad on this page)
Harrisonburg/ Shenandoah Valley KOA
Campground Includes: • Full Hookups, 30/50 amps • Tent Sites, 1 room and Deluxe Cabins • Pool, playground, free mini golf and fishing pond • Game room, Wi Fi, Cable TV • We fill propane tanks • Family Friendly where ALL families are welcomed! “Family Owned” • Fresh Pizza delivered to your site
Check Out Our Website for Activity Weekends! www.koa.com/campgrounds/harrisonburg • 800-562-5406 • 540-896-8929 12480 Mountain Valley Rd., Broadway, Va 22815 • Exit 257 from I-81
HARPER’S Statuary & Water Gardens
OPEN ALL YEAR I-81 Exit 251 Turn Left on Rt. 11, one mile
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Massanutten Resort
Must See!
I-81 Exit 247A East on US 33 1822 Resort Drive, Massanutten, VA 22840 www.MassResort.com • 800-207-MASS or 540-289-9441 www.FaceBook.com/Massanutten Offering personalized vacation experiences in gorgeous mountain surroundings. 6,000-acre four-season resort. Over 150 activities, including a snow sports area, a 130,000 square foot indoor/outdoor Waterpark, two 18-hole golf courses, luxury spa, new zip line canopy tours, much more! 30+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. Seven dining facilities, six shops. There’s truly something for everyone! (See our ad on this page)
Rockingham County Fair Between I-81 Exits 240 & 243 US 11 South 4808 South Valley Pike, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.rockinghamcountyfair.com Virginia’s County Fair. August 17-22, 2015. Livestock, competitive exhibits in poultry, horticulture, farm crops, photography, homemaking. Country music, tractor pulls, demo derby, more. Events year-round.
Massanutten Waterpark I-81 Exit 247A East on US 33 1822 Resort Drive, Massanutten, VA 22840 www.MassanuttenWaterPark.com • 540-437-3340 8 water slides, aquatic fortress, kiddie area, the Flow Rider, more! Indoor park open year-round; Outdoor Park open Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day. Surf shop, three restaurants and a candy shop, state-of-the-art arcade. Group Pricing, overnight packages. (See our ad on this page)
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Valley Goodness Shenandoah Heritage Market I-81 Exit 243 US 11 South 121 Carpenter Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.ShenandoahMarket.com • 540-433-3929 Food, Antiques, Gifts & so much more. The area’s largest country market. Locally owned & operated. RV & bus parking. Open year-round. Mon-Sat
Virginia Quilt Museum I-81 Exit 245 West 301 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.vaquiltmuseum.org • 540-433-3818
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Virginia’s Official Quilt Museum, located in the historic Warren-Sipe House, features changing exhibits of contemporary and antique quilts, a Civil War room, and unique Museum Shop. Closed Dec 15-January 31. Open Tue-Sat 10am-4pm. Admission charge.
LODGING Best Western Harrisonburg Inn I-81 Exit 247 A US 33 East • 45 Burgess Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 800-WESTERN or 540-433-6089 98 rooms. Free continental breakfast, morning coffee. Remote cable TV, non-smoking rooms. Microwave, fridges in all rooms. Free High Speed Internet. Business Center, guest laundry. Senior, AAA, commercial & group rates. Rates: S $79-$89, D $89-$99, XP $5.
Hampton Inn of Harrisonburg (University Area) I-81 Exit 247 A • 85 University Blvd, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.harrisonburguniv.hamptoninn.com 800-HAMPTON or 540-432-1111 Complimentary hot breakfast, high speed internet, business center, local calls, cable TV & HBO. Close to James Madison University, Eastern Mennonite College, Rockingham Memorial Hospital and Massanutten Resort. Conference room for up to 30 people.
Old Massanutten Lodge B & B By The Side of the Road Inn & Cottages I-81 Exit 247 B • 491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.bythesideoftheroad.com • 540-801-0430 Circa 1790. 4 manor house and 2 pond-side suites, 3 luxury cottages. Fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, Wi-Fi, breakfast delivered to your door. “Like” us on Facebook for $5 off! www.facebook.com/bythesideoftheroad
Comfort Inn Harrisonburg I-81 Exit 247 A • 1440 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.comfortinn.com/hotel/va429 • 540-433-6066 Complimentary hot breakfast, free wireless high speed internet, local calls. Seasonal heated outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center. All rooms Cable TV with HBO, refrigerator, hair dryer, desk, coffee maker. Suites with six foot whirlpool, sitting area, microwave, two phones. AAA Three Diamonds. Near area attractions, shopping, restaurants. Pets welcome.
Country Inn & Suites Harrisonburg I-81 Exit 243 • 27 Covenant Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.countryinns.com/harrisonburgva 800-830-5222 US/Canada toll free or 540-433-2400 Offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere and amenities like free high-speed internet, indoor pool, fitness center and complimentary breakfast. Come unwind and see what sets us apart from other hotels! Near JMU, historic downtown, and many attractions. 100% non-smoking facility.
Fairfield Inn and Suites I-81 Exit 247 A • 1946 Medical Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.marriottharrisonburg.com • 540-433-9333 Complimentary continental breakfast, wired & wireless internet. Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, 32-inch HDTV. Indoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour fitness center and business library. Close to JMU, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park, golf courses, Massanutten Resort.
I-81 Exit 247 A 3448 Caverns Drive, Keezletown, VA 22832 www.oldmassanuttenlodge.com • 540-269-8800 Extraordinary rooms w/queen beds, whirlpool tubs, private baths, one with fireplace. Delicious breakfasts. Hot & cold drinks 24/7, treats. 10 minutes to JMU & EMU.
SHOPPING OASIS Fine Art & Craft I-81 Exit 245 103 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.Oasisfineartandcraft.org • 540-442-8188 Gallery, gift shop. Fine handcrafts, art by forty of the best artists of the Valley. Open 7 days/ week. Sun-Thurs. 12-5pm; Fri 12-8pm; Sat 10am-5pm.
White Oak Lavender Farm I-81 Exit 245 2644 Cross Keys Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 www.whiteoaklavender.com • 540-421-6345 Hand crafted lavender items, bath, and body products. You-pick lavender and classes available. Petting farm, picnic area. Open year-round! Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 1pm-6pm.
Elkton ATTRACTIONS Miller-Kite House II-81 Exit 247 A to US 33 East 17 mi to US 340 N. 310 East Rockingham St, Elkton, VA 22827 www.elktonhistoricalsociety.com 540-578-3046 • historyed@msn.com Follow Civil War Trails signs. Stonewall Jackson’s Headquarters 1862 Civil War Museum. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, Sun 1pm-5pm. Free admission. Toll Free 800-visit-sv | 25
LODGING Rivercrest Farm I-81 East 247A US 33 East 7384 East Point Rd. • Elkton, VA 22827 Rivercrest1892@yahoo.com www.rivercrestfarm.net • 540-383-2755 Enjoy the mountain and river views while entertaining guests at the Event Barn or relaxing at one of two vacation homes located on the farm.
South Fork Inn Bed and Breakfast I-81 Exit 247 US 33 East 403 E. Rockingham St. • Elkton, VA 22827 540-383-9948 • www.southforkinnbedandbreakfast.com Situated on a lovely acre with manicured gardens, the South Fork Inn offers the perfect location for weddings and family gatherings. Book your event today.
SHOPPING Solace Studios Fine Handcrafts I-81 Exit 247A US 33 East 14 mi from 1-81. 193 West Spotswood Avenue, Elkton, VA 22827 www.solaceinc.com • 540-298-5222 Working studio of marbling fiber artist Barb Polin, plus gallery of fine handcrafts of 250+ American craftsmen. Restored circa 1920’s bldg. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun noon-5pm. (See our ad on this page)
193 W. Spotswood Ave., Elkton, Virginia 22827 · 540-298-5222 ·
M-F 10-6, SA 10-4, SU Noon-5 · Free Giftwrapping · Free Parking · Gift Cards Available
Galleries, exhibits, electric map, genealogy library, books & gifts
THE HERITAGE MUSEUM
H A R R I S O N BU R G - RO C K I N G H A M H I S TO R I C A L S O C I E T Y
Visit! Research! Attend! Enjoy! The Heritage Museum is also the official Historic Dayton Welcome Center Mon - Sat, 10 am - 5 pm • Seasonal Sundays, 1 pm - 5 pm • 540 879 2616 382 High Street, Dayton, VA 22821 • valleyheritagemuseum.org
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Dayton ATTRACTIONS The Heritage Museum I-81 Exit 245 • 382 High Street • Dayton, VA 22821 www.heritagecenter.com • 540-879-2616 Local Valley history and folk art, plus Historic Dayton Welcome Center. Civil War Discovery Trail site with electric map of Jackson’s Valley Campaign. Genealogy Library. (See our ad on this page)
LODGING Clear Spring Homestead B&B I-81 Exit 240 5603 West Dry River Road • Dayton, VA 22821 www.clearspringhomestead.com 866-479-2360 or 540-879-2360 Call for directions. 1100 acre grant from the King of England. Current home built in 1838. Become part of its history. Available for weddings, receptions, meetings.
Mt. Crawford ATTRACTIONS Crosskeys Vineyards & Estate I-81 Exit 235 6011 East Timber Ridge Road • Mt. Crawford, VA 22841 www.crosskeysvineyards.com facebook.com/CrossKeysVineyards • 540-234-0505 Unlock the Love at CrossKeys Vineyards. Tours: Noon, 2 pm, 4 pm. Tastings: 11am-7pm daily. Call for winter hours. For information on weddings, corporate/private events, music inquiries, events@crosskeysvineyards.com.
SHOPPING Green Valley Book Fair I-81 Exit 240 2192 Green Valley Lane, Mt Crawford, VA 22841 www.gvbookfair.com • 800-385-0099. East 1.5 mile, left at sign. 500,000 new books at 60%-90% off retail. All categories. Open six times a year. Call for current schedule.
Grottoes ATTRACTIONS Grand Caverns Park
Must See!
I-81 Exit 235. East 6 mi to Grottoes. 5 Grand Caverns Drive • Grottoes, VA 24441 www.grandcaverns.com • 888-430-CAVE Oldest show cave in America. A stately and powerful example of nature’s handiwork! Fantastic subterranean sights with over 200 rare “shield” formations. Rated # 2 cave in the United States by Parade Magazine. Visited by Confederate and Union soldiers during the Civil War and the “Valley Campaign”. Tours available daily. The park offers trails, hiking, more! Enjoy a picnic lunch after touring the Caverns! (See our ad on this page)
ATTRACTIONS Frontier Culture Museum I-81 Exit 222 • US 250 W, ent. 1/2 mi on left at light. 1290 Richmond Avenue, Staunton, VA 24402 www.frontiermuseum.org • 540-332-7850 Come explore America’s past at ten outdoor exhibits from the Old World and America. Open daily year-round. Living history interpretation provided from March-December.
Star “B” Stables I-81 Exit 222 • 2926 Barterbrook Road, Staunton, VA 24401 www.starbstables.com • 540-885-8855 One-hour guided trail ride along Christian’s Creek through the water, into the woods. No experience needed. Gentle horses for children six years & over.
Sunspots Studios & Glass Blowing
LOVE THE LOCAL VIBE STAUNTON, VA Augusta County, VA
Staunton Staunton Convention & Visitors Bureau I-81 Exits 220-225 • 800-342-7982 www.VisitStaunton.com • www.SavorStaunton.com Historic downtown delights visitors with vibrant arts scene, great restaurants, amazing architecture. Honored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for outstanding revitalization accomplishments. Experience Blackfriars Playhouse, the world’s only re-creation of Shakespeare’s indoor theatre, Frontier Culture Museum, a living museum illustrating the daily lives of the Valley’s early settlers, and the life and legacy of President Woodrow Wilson at his birthplace. (See our ad on inside front cover)
I-81 Exit 220 to downtown 202 South Lewis Street, Staunton, VA 24401 www.sunspots.com • 540-885-0678 Live glassblowing daily until 4pm. Gift gallery of art glass made on site, American-made jewelry, and craft. Pandora, Alex and Ani jewelry. Open 7 days/week.
LODGING Stonewall Jackson Hotel and Conference Center I-81 Exit 222 • Downtown. 24 Market Street, Staunton, VA 24401 www.stonewalljacksonhotel.com • 866-880-0024 or 540-885-4848 Nestled in Historic Downtown Staunton in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, this 124-room hotel captures the spirit, history and charm of the old South.
The Buckhorn Inn I-81 Exit 222 2487 Hankey Mountain Hwy, Churchville, VA 24421 www.thebuckhorninn.com • 540-337-8660 Step back in time. Relax in our 1811 stagecoach stop. Sat TV, Wi-Fi, private baths, and wrap-around porch. Breakfast. Children welcome. Weddings, other events hosted.
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SHOPPING & SERVICES Shenandoah Tours I-81 Exit 225 US 11 S. • PO Box 2066, 2225 N. Augusta Street Staunton, VA 24401 • www.shenandoahtours.com 540-885-1528 • shenandoahtours@comcast.net Complete services for touring in and out of the Shenandoah Valley.
Shenandoah Spring Water I-81 Exit 227 US 11 South www.shenspring.com • 800-728-4326 or 540-248-2123 Delivering the highest quality spring water to homes, businesses throughout the Valley. Award winning bottling facility. 3 branches. Family owned, managed for over 25 years.
Weyers Cave Shopping & Services Rocky’s Gold, Silver and Antiques I-81 Exit 222 • 3287 Lee Highway, Weyers Cave, VA 24486 www.rockysgoldandsilver.com • 800-296-8676 Over 25 thousand square feet filled with gold, silver, jewelry, coins, giftware, antiques and more. Buying gold and silver daily. You’ve got to see it to believe it!
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport See listing under Travel Ideas, Page 20.
Fishersville ATTRACTIONS Barren Ridge Vineyards I-64 Exit 91 US 250 West or I-81 Exit 225 and follow the signs 984 Barren Ridge Rd, Fishersville, VA 22939 www.barrenridgevineyards.com • 540-248-3300 Featuring unsurpassed Valley views, the winery was converted from the Higgs’ former apple orchard barn. Mon-Wed 11am-6pm; Thurs-Sat 11am-8pm., Sun 1-6pm. Call for extended summer hours.
Waynesboro LODGING Cabin CreekwoodYour Truly Restful Getaway! I-64 Exit 96 • 44 Creekwood Lane, Lyndhurst, VA 22952 www.cabincreekwood.com • 888-942-2246 Year-round, quiet, secluded, fully furnished mountain cabins, 1-3 bedrooms. BBQ grills, picnic tables, play areas, AC/heat, fireplace or woodstove, and pool.
SHOPPING Willow Oak Plaza I-64 Exit 94 • Located in the middle of downtown 801-901 West Broad Street • Waynesboro, VA 22980 www.willowoakplaza.com • 540-942-5101 25 stores, a wide selection for typical size strip center. Review leasing opportunities by owner/agent, Barnwell & Jones. Contact Mac Jones or Greg Jones at info@barnwellandjones.com 28 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
MUSIC & MORE BATH COUNTY, VA Bath County, VA
Hot Springs County of Bath I-81 Exit 225 or I-64 Exit 16 2606 Main Street, Hot Springs, VA 24445 800-628-8092 • www.discoverbath.com The County of Bath attracts visitors with its splendid beauty and vibrant culture. It is a destination offering its guests a vast playground for fishing, hunting, boating and camping, as well as the Garth Newel Music Center, the renowned Warm Springs mineral pools, and a diverse selection of accommodations from the Homestead Resort and Spa to several unique B&B’s.
Monterey Highland County Chamber of Commerce I-81 Exit 222 P.O. Box 223, Monterey, VA 24465 www.highlandcounty.org • 540-468-2550 Check website for details on these events and more: Highland Maple Festival (March), Mountain Mama Rd Bike Challenge (Aug), Highland County Fair (Aug-Sept), Hands & Harvest Festival (Oct).
ROCKBRIDGE County, VA
Lexington - Buena Vista Lexington & Rockbridge Area Visitor Centers I-81 Exit 188 B 106 East Washington Street, Lexington, VA 24450 www.lexingtonvirginia.com • 877-453-9822 Lexington is steeped in history, and best experienced by foot or carriage. Explore all the wonder that is the Natural Bridge! Enjoy great music and dancing at one of Buena Vista’s many festivals – fun for all ages! Call or visit us online to request a free travel guide. Lexington and Buena Vista Visitor Centers open daily 9am-5pm. Buena Vista center open Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm from Dec-March.
ATTRACTIONS George C. Marshall Museum and Library
Escape to ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA
I-81 Exit 195 • 1600 VMI Parade, Lexington, VA 24450 www.marshallfoundation.org • 540-463-7103 Profiles one of 20th Century’s greatest statesmen, America’s first 5-star general. Displays include his Nobel Peace prize & medals. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11am-4pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Alleghany County, VA
Covington - Clifton Forge Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism I-81 Exit 191, I-64 West, US 60 110 Mall Road, Covington, VA 24426 info@ahchamber.com • 888-430-5786 or 540-962-2178 www.visitalleghanyhighlands.com • www.ahchamber.com The Alleghany Highlands with its beautiful mountain views, endless outdoor recreation, historic and cultural attractions and two walkable downtowns with locally owned shops and restaurants add up to a charming way of life. The Alleghany Highlands has so much to offer, like the stunning beauty of the mountains and all of the great outdoor recreation – hiking, paddling, camping, fishing, and some of the best mountain biking in Virginia. Visit Humpback Bridge, Falling Spring Falls, the Jackson River Scenic Trail, the C&O Railway Heritage Museum, the Covington Depot and Douthat State Park - they are Uniquely Alleghany!
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The Caverns at Natural Bridge I-81 Exits 180 or 175 15 Appledore Lane • Natural Bridge, VA 24578 www.naturalbridgeva.com • 800-533-1410 Discovered just before the turn of the 20th century, our 34story caverns are hailed as having the deepest depths on the entire East Coast.
Explore History Lexington, VA
Virginia’s Natural Bridge Park
VMI Museum I-81 Exit 188 B • 415 Letcher Avenue, Lexington, VA 24450 www.vmi.edu/museum • 540-464-7334 Museum of the nation’s first state military college. Exhibits: Stonewall Jackson uniforms, his horse Little Sorrel, The Henry Stewart Antique Firearms Collection, and more! Free admission.
LODGING Applewood Inn & Llama Trekking I-81 Exit 180 • 242 Tarn Beck Lane, Lexington, VA 24450 www.Applewoodbb.com • 800-463-1902 High above Buffalo Creek on 36 acres. 3 rooms, sleeping 6-9 (children age 7+). Pool, llama treks, fishing, hiking, hot tub, Jacuzzi, fireplaces, guest fridge. No smoking.
Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast and Cottage Suites I-81 Exit 200 • 4383 Borden Grant Trail, Fairfield, VA 24435 www.foxhillbb.com • 800-369-8005 Find beauty, tranquility at our 38-acre retreat. Awesome Blue Ridge Mountain views. Immaculate suites, full breakfast, or private family-friendly cottage suites with kitchens.
Natural Bridge ATTRACTIONS Natural Bridge Zoological Park
Must See!
I-81 Exit 180-A or Exit 175 3 miles from exits on US 11 • 540-291-2420 5784 South Lee Highway, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 www.NaturalBridgeZoo.com • facebook.com/NaturalBridgeZoo Discover the largest and most complete collection of birds and animals in the State of Virginia. Ride an elephant – Zoo’s favorite (Check website for ride schedule). Stand next to a giraffe, see a huge white tiger, mountain lion, bears, monkeys, pink flamingos, alligators and lots more. Get up close and enjoy new parakeet feeding aviary. With lots of new babies born annually, there is always something new at the zoo to enjoy. 30 | www.VisitShenandoah.org
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t I-81 Exits 180 or 175 See! 15 Appledore Lane • Natural Bridge, VA 24578 www.naturalbridgeva.com • 800-533-1410 Described in 1774 by owner Thomas Jefferson as “nature’s cathedral”, this renowned stone bridge is history’s lookingglass; 20-stories of rock carved by the fingers of nature. Much more than just a day-trip, interact with the Monacan Indian Living History exhibit, spelunk 34-stories of caverns, birdwatching, hike/bike wilderness trails, or schedule time for wine tastings, paddling, rafting or horseback riding.
Virginia Safari Park Must I-81 Exit 180 or 180B See! 229 Safari Lane, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 www.virginiasafaripark.com • 540-291-3205 180-acre drive-thru adventure with over 1,000 free-roaming animals. Herds of zebra, llamas, elk, deer, camels, antelope, bison and much more feeding from your car. VA’s largest, and only, drive-thru zoo. Enjoy the 10-acre Village with tigers, cheetahs, monkeys, budgie feeding, reptiles, and petting area. Open daily mid-March to November. Last car admitted 1-hour before closing. No pets; no smoking. Check website for hours and rates.
LODGING Natural Bridge Historic Hotel & Conference Center I-81 Exits 180 or 175 15 Appledore Lane • Natural Bridge, VA 24578 www.naturalbridgeva.com • 800-533-1410 Come visit to play, learn and feed your soul! Our tastefully-renovated rooms offering striking views, verandas or balconies are scenically embraced by the Blue Ridge Mountains and are the perfect complement to any memorable occasion or event. 10,000 sq ft of stylish meeting and ballroom spaces, custom packages offering farm-totable menus, recreational team-building opportunities, and our inspired hospitality will bring you back!
Find your Bot-E-Type
Botetourt County, VA Botetourt County, VA
Buchanan - Fincastle - Troutville Botetourt County Office of Tourism I-81 Exits 168 to 150 • 16 East Main Street, Fincastle, VA 24090 www.visitbotetourt.com • 540-473-1167 ”What's Your Bot-e-Type?” Sometimes you just need a landscape so magnificent it allows you to breathe deeper and rejuvenate the soul. Perhaps it’s a cool float with loved ones along The Upper James River Water Trail, an exhilarating hike to a spectacular waterfall or the flavorful tastes of fine wines. Adventure. Culture. Flavor. History. Sports. Come find your “Bot-e-Type.”
fall in love with Bedford, VA Bedford Bedford Welcome Center I-81 Exit 150 A. Follow Route 220 Alternate to 460 East. 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA 24523 www.visitbedford.com • 877-447-3257 Historic Centertown’s Antique & Specialty Shops, Galleries, Bedford Museum, Bedford Artisan Trail, National D-Day Memorial, Thomas Jefferson’s private retreat “Poplar Forest”, Smith Mountain Lake, Blue Ridge Parkway & Peaks of Otter. (See our ad on this page)
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Discover Lynchburg, VA Lynchburg City of Lynchburg
I-81 Ext 188A, US 60 E., US 29 S., VA-210 W. • 900 Church St. Lynchburg, VA 24504 • www.lynchburgva.gov • 434-485-729 Adjacent the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the James River, Lynchburg is one of Virginia’s jewels. Discover celebrated historic places, diverse local cuisine, and unique shops as Lynchburg is the perfect place to stay while exploring the National D-Day Memorial, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Appomattox Court House and Museum of the Confederacy, and Amazement Square Children’s museum. Visitor Center: 216 Twelfth Street (800)732-5821 www.DiscoverLynchburg.org (See our ad on page 32)
u Thomas Jefferson’s Retreat Home “Poplar Forest” u The Blue Ridge Parkway u Peaks of Otter Mountains u Smith Mountain Lake & State Park u The Bedford Wine Trail u The James River u CenterTown Bedford u Bedford Artisan Trail u Civil War Trail u Over 25 hiking & Biking Trails u And More! From I-81, take exit 150A, follow Alt. Rt. 220 to Rt. 460 east to Bedford 77
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ATTRACTIONS Peaks of Otter Winery I-81 Exit 150 A • 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford, VA 24523 www.PeaksofOtterWinery.com • 540-586-3707 25 varieties of fine fruit wines. Sample fruits, jellies, jams, butters. Guests, families welcome. Horse & Hound Wine Festival, 2nd Saturday in July. Eight miles from D-Day Memorial and Blue Ridge Parkway.
LODGING Peaks of Otter Lodge I-81 Exit 167 or 162 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA 24523 www.peaksofotter.com • 540-586-1081 • 866-387-9905 Nestled between two of the three mountains that make up Peaks of Otter, the Lodge offers 63 rooms, meeting facilities, a full-service restaurant, a lounge and a gift shop - all overlooking beautiful Abbott Lake and majestic Sharp Top Mountain. Delaware North at Peaks of Otter, Inc.
DINING Peaks of Otter Lake View Restaurant I-81 Exit 167 or 162 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA 24523 www.peaksofotter.com • 888-454-7711 Whether you’re in the mood for a simple yet tasty lunch or a bountiful buffet, we have what you crave. The food is delicious and the view is spectacular. Delaware North at Peaks of Otter, Inc.
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ATTRACTIONS Blue Ridge Parkway, National Park Service I-81 Exit 143 to 581 www blueridgeparkway.org • Road Conditions 828-298 0398
AUTOMOBILES, PLANES & TRAINS
ROANOKE, VA Roanoke County, VA
Roanoke Roanoke Valley Visitor Information Center I-81 Exit 143 to 581 Exit 5 101 Shenandoah Avenue, NE, Roanoke, VA 24016 www.visitvablueridge.com • 800-635-5535
469 miles, 217 in Virginia, of natural and cultural history along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Open year-round. Request a free information pack with maps, Parkway Directory & Travel Planner at www.blueridgeparkway.org/requestbrochures.php
Salem Salem Visitors Center I-81 Exit 141 • 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153 www.visitsalemva.com • 888-VASALEM (888-827-2536) Located inside the Salem Civic Center. Information on lodging, dining, attractions and events in and around Salem.
As the largest metro along Interstate 81 in Virginia, experience the stunning beauty of Virginia’s Blue Ridge brimming with railroad heritage, arts and culture, one of a kind retail shops and a wealth of outdoor recreation in the heart of our breathtaking mountains. Endless choices of creative cuisine, lodging options and things to do can be found at www.visitvablueridge.com
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Bring A Group Blue Ridge Tours
Shenandoah Tours
I-81 Exit 247 A • 1850 Meadow Vista Lane, McGaheysville, VA 22840 www.blueridgetours.com • 866-652-TOURS
I-81 Exit 225 US 11 S. • PO Box 2066, 2225 N. Augusta Street Staunton, VA 24401 • www.shenandoahtours.com 540-885-1528 • shenandoahtours@comcast.net
Travel with the Best! Distinctive Quality with Exceptional Service. Experience Blue Ridge Tours for all your charter motor coach needs!
Complete services for touring in and out of the Shenandoah Valley.
Or Plan A Wedding Go Blue Ridge Travel 133 Premier Place • Shepherdstown, WV 25443 540-533-1853 • www.goblueridgetravel.com Is it just you, your family and friends, your business colleagues, or your whole wedding party – Go Blue Ridge Travel is your concierge.
Services Appeal Production
Highway Information Media
TeleMedia Productions
250 E Elizabeth St., Ste. 111, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 www.appealproduction.com • 540-271-0023
PO Box 248, Rockville, VA 23146
Appeal Production creates beautiful marketing video that tells your organization's unique story. Videos engage your audience by appealing to them visually. Does your business have Appeal?
Provides wide variety of marketing, advertising services in Virginia's State Welcome Centers and State Safety Rest Areas. Partnership with Virginia Tourism Corporation and Department of Transportation.
www.telemediaproductions.com 2030 Pro Pointe Lane. Harrisonburg, VA 22801 540-476-3111 • Email John Salem info@ telemediaproductions.com
Blue Ridge Parkway Association www.blueridgeparkway.org Free Guide BRPA/SVTA, PO Box 2136 Asheville NC 28802
540-382-4850 • www.himediallc.com
Leisure Media 360 INC. 3424 Brambleton Ave. • Roanoke, VA 24018 540-989-6138 • www.leisuremedia360.com
Promotes Shenandoah National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway& Great Smoky Mountains National Park areas. The Directory & Travel Planner is available at Mountain Area Visitor Centers and on-line.
Our goal is to use the power of editorial and the immediacy of the Internet to deliver content to consumers in a format they want.
Chocklett Press, Inc.
www.queencitycreative.com 540-430-4048 • Email gretchen@queencitycreative.com Gretchen Long, Creative Director and Principal
2922 Nicholas Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24012 www.chocklettpress.com • 800-533-4146 or 540-345-1820 tubbyk@chocklettpress.com A leading printer with over 80 years of printing experience. We address complex printing needs with creative, costeffective solutions that always exceed your goals.
Queen City Creative
We specialize in graphic design, photography, writing, print production management and creative consulting – your turnkey solution for integrating print and web projects.
First Class Services
Shenandoah Valley Productions, LLC
Email PUPCO@gte.net www.firstclassservicesinc.com • 800-991-MAIL (6245)
Fort Valley, Virginia 540-322-2678 • www.ShenandoahValleyProductions.com
Full service bulk mail shop, handling all classes of mail. High-speed ink jetting, laser printing, CASS certified, NCOA processing, mail merge letters, envelopes.
Creative Services in Virginia's scenic and historic Shenandoah Valley: Video Production, Website Design/Programming. Over seven years serving the Valley Tourism Industry.
Haun-Magruder, INC.
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
www.haunmagruder.com • 540-459-2145 214 North Main Street, Woodstock, VA 22664 "Insurance Pays." For all of your insurance needs. Auto-HomeBusiness-Life-Health. Financial services. In the Valley since 1893.
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Located off I-81 Exit 235 • www.flyshd.com • 540-234-8304 77 Aviation Circle, Weyers Cave, VA 24486 • info@FlySHD.com Centrally located and providing the quickest, most convenient access to the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. With well-timed departures and arrivals, SHD makes it easy and affordable to fly local. Located just minutes from Harrisonburg, Staunton and Waynesboro, as well as Interstates 81 and 64.
Commercial Production Company specializing in commercials, sports media, all facets of multimedia design and tourism marketing projects. First to film in High-Definition.
Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association www.vhta.org • 800-552-2225 Free “VA Hospitality & Travel Guide” Non-profit membership organization representing lodging, restaurant, travel and supplier businesses in Virginia. Benefits include product & service discounts, marketing opportunities, lobbying services for the industry.
VistaGraphics, INC. www.VistaGraphicsInc.com Email Tracy Thompson at Tracy@vgnet.com Publishing/graphics Company specializing in hospitality guides; print, online, mobile site developer. Virginia Wine Lover, VHTA’s VA Guide and a host of destination guides are among our 30+ titles.
West Virginia/Virginia Civil War Trails www.civilwartrails.org • 800-CIVIL-WAR Follow red, white and blue Civil War Trails “Bugle” signs to more than 100 sites throughout the Valley. Free guide from any Visitor Center.
Index Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Allstar Lodging Vacation Cabin Rentals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 American Celebration on Parade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Appeal Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Apple House Restaurant & Gift Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Applewood Inn & Llama Trekking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Artisans Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Arts & Artisans Fine Art Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Barren Ridge Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Bear Cub Vacation Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bedford Welcome Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Belle Grove Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Best Western Harrisonburg Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Best Western-Lee Jackson Inn & Conference Center.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Blue Ridge Parkway Association, National Park Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34 Blue Ridge Tours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 34 Botetourt County Office of Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Brookside Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Brookside Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Buckhorn Inn, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 By The Side of the Road Inn & Cottages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cabin Creekwood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Caverns at Natural Bridge, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cedar Ridge Lodge at Bryce Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Chocklett Press, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Circa ’31 at The Mimslyn Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 City of Lynchburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Clear Spring Homestead B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Comfort Inn Harrisonburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Country Inn & Suites Harrisonburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Country Place, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 County of Bath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Crestview Cottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Crosskeys Vineyards & Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Dinosaur Land. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Edinburg, Town of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Fairfield Inn and Suites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 First Class Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fort Valley Nursery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Fort Valley Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast and Cottage Suites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Front Royal Outdoors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Front Royal/Warren County Visitors Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Frontier Culture Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Garden Maze at Luray Caverns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 George C. Marshall Museum and Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Go Blue Ridge Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Grand Caverns Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Green Valley Book Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Hampton Inn of Harrisonburg (University Area). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Harper’s Statuary & Water Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Harrisonburg/Shenandoah Valley KOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Haun-Magruder, INC.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Heritage Museum, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Highland County Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Highway Information Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Jordan Hollow Trail Rides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Lakeview Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Leisure Media 360 INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lexington & Rockbridge Area Visitor Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Luray Caverns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Luray Fudge Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Luray-Page County Visitor Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Maize Quest @ Bridgemont Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Marker-Miller Orchards Farm Market & Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Massanutten Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Massanutten Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Massanutten Waterpark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 McDonald’s (New Market) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Miller-Kite House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Mimslyn Inn, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Museum of The Shenandoah Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Natural Bridge Historic Hotel & Conference Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Natural Bridge Zoological Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 New Market, Town of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Newtown History Center, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 North Mountain Vineyard & Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 OASIS Fine Art & Craft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Old Massanutten Lodge B & B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 One Block West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Patsy Cline Historic House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Peach Orchard Hide-A-Way. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Peaks of Otter Lake View Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Peaks of Otter Lodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Peaks of Otter Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Plains District Memorial Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Queen City Creative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Rivercrest Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Roanoke Valley Visitor Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Rockingham County Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Rocky’s Gold, Silver and Antiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Route 11 Potato Chips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Salem Visitors Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Shadow Mountain Escape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Shenandoah, Town of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Shenandoah Caverns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Shenandoah County Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Shenandoah Heritage Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Shenandoah National Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Shenandoah National Park Lodging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Shenandoah River Adventures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Shenandoah River Outfitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Shenandoah Spring Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Shenandoah Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 34 Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 20 Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Shenandoah Valley Music Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Shenandoah Valley Productions, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 34 Skyline Drive In Shenandoah National Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Solace Studios Fine Handcrafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 South Fork Inn Bed and Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Speakeasy Bar & Restaurant at The Mimslyn Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Star “B” Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 State Arboretum of Virginia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Staunton Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Stonewall Jackson Hotel and Conference Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Strasburg Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Sunspots Studios & Glass Blowing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 TeleMedia Productions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Violino Ristorante Italiano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Virginia Bicycling Adventures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 20 Virginia Hospitality & Travel Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Virginia Museum of the Civil War & New Market Battlefield State Historical Park. . . 14 Virginia Quilt Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Virginia Safari Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Virginia’s Natural Bridge Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 VistaGraphics, INC.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 VMI Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 West Virginia/Virginia Civil War Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 White Oak Lavender Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Wholesome Foods Country Deli & Butcher Shoppe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Willow Oak Plaza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Winchester-Frederick County Visitor Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Wisteria Farm & Vineyard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Woodstock, Town of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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