The Virginia mountains encompass much of the western half of the state. Most of the mountain lakes, stunning summits, and incredible scenic vistas are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains range.

Looking for a Blue Ridge Mountain town with fewer visitors but all the history and activities other towns have? This West ...

Extending more than 450 miles between Shenandoah National Park in Virginia and Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee, the Blue Ridge Parkway is a trip through the history of the Blue Ridge ...

Here's a look at some of the top lakes in Virginia. With 500 miles of shoreline in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Smith Mountain Lake is one of Virginia's largest inland bodies of water. Smith Mountain ...

Tucked away on 12,000 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Primland is a secluded Virginia resort about 300 ... features a gourmet picnic for two and maps of nearby hiking trails.

which winds through the Appalachian Mountains and crosses multiple Southwest Virginia towns, encourages travelers to spend money in local communities. Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge President ...

Regional tourism office says efforts launched in 2023 to draw more visitors from D.C. and Northern Virginia boosted Roanoke ...

ONE IN THE MOUNTAINS. CULLOWHEE LESS THAN HALF A MILE ... WELL, MORE THAN 600 WORKERS ARE NOW WITHOUT A JOB IN VIRGINIA. NOW THAT A BOAR’S HEAD PLANT IS CLOSED INDEFINITELY, THE COMPANY SAYS ...

“The Laurel Highlands region is annually ranked among the nation’s best destinations for fall foliage, and this 68-mile-long ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway continue to be two of the National Park Service sites with the greatest economic impact in the country, according to NPS data.