Outdoor Recreation

Walk a trail. Cycle downhill or up. Kayak or raft over rapids or float on still waters in our rivers, streams and lakes. Camp, or stay in a cabin, or maybe you'd prefer a bed-and-breakfast with all the amenities. No matter where you stay, we guarantee you'll wake up to some of the best outdoor recreation anywhere.

Whether your speed is high energy or just moseying along, there's a sport you'll enjoy here – and hundreds of places to explore. Click on a star above, and sample some of the best recreation opportunities in our parks, along our rivers and lakes, on the highest mountains in Virginia, and in sunny valleys where you can bask in cool mountain breezes. We have outfitters who can supply everything from bait to boats to bikes.

Click a star on the map to sample Southwest Virginia's great outdoors – it's made for recreation.