by Pam Cox | Mar 1, 2019 | Biking, Cabins, Camping, Campsites, Caving, Hiking, State Parks
For stunning views, trails, camping, and outdoor family fun, visit Natural Tunnel State Park in Scott County, Virginia! Overlook the 10-story gorge and ride a chair lift to the bottom, where you can stand at the mouth of the 850-foot, naturally carved tunnel while...
by Pam Cox | Feb 13, 2019 | Biking
Mendota Trailhead A 12.5 mile In-progress Rails-to-Trail from Bristol, Va to Mendota, Va. Currently only the 4.5 mile section from the Mendota Road to Leonards and the 6.2 miles from Island Road to the Benhams Mall area and past Trestle #4 and the cut, are open...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking
For many years, Tour De Possum Creek was a popular bike race, held in conjunction with Kingsport, Tenn.’s annual Fun Fest celebration. Even though the event was abandoned, bike enthusiasts can still follow the 43-mile course, featuring a 2,600 foot climb. A...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking
The Dungannon and Clinch River Scenic Road Tour winds for 24 miles along country roads in the heart of Scott County. This beautiful route passes historical buildings and cemeteries, the world-famous Clinch River, a stunning waterfall and two charming small...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking
Carter Highway is a popular bike ride for folks interested in a relatively flat ride. Start at the Hiltons Train Depot and ride all the way past the world-famous Carter Family Fold to Mendota, Virginia. You will travel through lovely countryside that parallels...
by Pam Cox | Dec 28, 2018 | Biking, Hiking
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...
