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Devil's Bathtub

A naturally smooth swimming hole which is enjoyed by nearby residents on hot summer days.

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Get Hiking!

Scott County’s trails offer the hiker an endless range of options from multi-day backpacking trips down the Chief Benge Scout Trail to half hour jaunts from car to vistas on the Bear Rock Trail.

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SWINGING BRIDGES OF SCOTT COUNTY

With its rolling hills and expansive valleys, a drive through Scott County brings forth visions of simpler times.  Adding to that vision are the numerous swinging bridges that span rivers and creeks throughout the county. 

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Music

No visit to Scott County is complete without deep exploration of our musical background.

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🗓️ Next weekend

🗓️ Next weekend at Stoney Creek Park (new Devil’s Bathtub parking area), take part in Jeepin’ at the Tub for an AMAZING cause ❤️ Come out for a fun-filled day to support Scott County Strong pediatric cancer patients. You’ll find kids activities, food trucks, vendors, and more! And the best part is that all proceeds go to support local pediatric cancer patients and their families 🫶 ... See MoreSee Less

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🚨 Attention all corporate and community partners 🚨

The deadline to join the Scott County250 celebration as a sponsor is this Friday, June 5th! Your support helps make this a special and memorable event for our region 🎆 We have multiple sponsorship levels available. Email brobertson@scottcountyva.gov to find out more information.

We’ve got a PHENOMENAL concert 🎵 lineup ALL day at Legion Field, Friday, July 3! The music from 11 - 3 at Legion Field is FREE. After the gates close at 3, reentry is by ticket 🎟️ only.

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The countdown is on

The countdown is on to Nickelsville’s biggest celebration of the year! The Nickelsville Planning Commission has so many fun activities planned! The Heritage community and The Heritage Table will also have lots for you to see and do 😁 Nickelsville is the place to be this weekend 🗓️ Check the comments for the schedule of events! ... See MoreSee Less

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Today is the LAST day to purchase discounted tickets for the July 3rd Scott County250 concert!

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Join us July 3, 2026 at Legion Field in Gate City for an unforgettable night of live music and fireworks.

🎶 Concert Lineup:
Carson Peters & Iron Mountain
Dave Eggar & Bristol Lightning
Folk Soul Revival (one-night reunion)

🎆 Fireworks finale above the field to close out the night.

💲 General Admission: $15/Kids 5 & under: $5
PRICE INCREASE to $25 June 1st (still $5 for kids 5 and under)
😎 VIP (reserved seating): $50

🪑 Bring your own chair for field seating or enjoy the home stadium stands.

‼️ Clear bag policy in effect
🚭 No smoking, vaping, tobacco products, firearms, coolers, or alcohol inside the stadium.

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Around Scott County

UPCOMING EVENTS

Things to Do in Scott County

Little Stony Falls–Hanging Rock Trailhead

Highlights:  24 foot high waterfall, scenic views of deep gorges, lush cove hardwood forest. Length:  six miles round trip, three miles to the falls. Difficulty:  Moderate Directions to Trailhead:  Take Route 72 north out of Dungannon toward...
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High Knob Recreation

Intro Your first thought about the High Knob Recreation Area may be, why aren’t more people here? The highest campground in Southwest Virginia is an excellent place to find cooler temperatures in the summer. But its small size (only 14 campsites are available) and...
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Carter Family Fold

The Carter Family Fold and Museum offers families a retreat to bluegrass music. The "Fold," as it is affectionately called, is operated to honor the famous Carter Family --- A.P., Sara, and Maybelle --- pioneers in country music. Today, Saturday concerts highlight the...
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Mann Farms

11005 Veteran's Memorial ParkwayFt. Blackmore, Virginia 24250 Open: May thru OctoberDaily: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.276-995-1000A certified Virginia Century Farm Local produce farm selling strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, green beans, corn, and a variety of produce....
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Bear Rock Trail

Bear Rock Trail — This short but stunning hike gives you sweeping views across Little Stony Creek Gorge.  Highlights: stunning views, hawks and other raptors Length: 0.5 miles (round trip) Difficulty: easy to moderate Trailhead: To reach the Bear Rock...
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Chief Benge Scout Trail

Chief Benge Scout Trail (CBST) is a good overnight backpacking opportunity or hike a section. Things to see and enjoy vary from High Knob overlook, cold mountain lakes, following streams in deep gorges, and Little Stony plunge waterfall. How to get there There are...
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Daniel Boone Birding Trail

This trail winds up the opposite side of Powell Mountain from the Kane Gap Trail and then joins the latter trail at Kane Gap.  The Daniel Boone Trail begins on an old gravel road, but then narrows down into a hiking trail that continues for several miles through...
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Devil’s Fork Trail Loop

Highlights: rhododendron-lined creek, fossils, natural swimming hole, overnight possibilities Length: 7.2 miles round trip (optional 1.8 additional miles (or more) up one way) Difficulty: difficult Trailhead: From Ft. Blackmore, head north on Rte 619, turning left at...
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Guest River Gorge

The Guest River Gorge Trail meanders along 300-million-year-old sandstone cliffs that plunge 400 feet to the pristine waters below. The deep gorge was created as the Guest River, now designated as a state scenic river, tunneled through Stone Mountain on its way toward...
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Little Stony Falls

If you're looking for an easy trip, the Little Stony National Recreation Trail in Jefferson National Forest is the perfect alternative to the nearby Devils Fork Loop Trail. Devils Fork Loop is gorgeous, but it includes a strenuous and often wet climb. Little Stony, on...
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21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain MusisFest Sept. 1

21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain MusisFest Sept. 1

Aug 20, 2024

On Sunday, September 1st, the 21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival will honor the memory and legacy of Dr. Joseph “Papa Joe” Smiddy. The event is presented by the Cove Ridge Center Foundation. It will be held in the amphitheater at Natural Tunnel...

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Regional outfitters provide a variety of services

Regional outfitters provide a variety of services

Jun 4, 2024

Both the Clinch and Holston Rivers, located in Scott County provide local outfitter services for floating and other needs. On a regional level, however, there are several outfitters that cater not only to floating, but also fishing and hunting needs. This list...

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Scott County Tourism
190 Beech St., Suite 201
Gate City, VA. 24251
276-386-6521

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