Virginia Mountains
The Virginia Mountains Region showcases the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains, as well as vibrant cities and small towns that introduce visitors to unique local culture, history, arts, and flavors.
Sports in Virginia’s Blue Ridge are a huge part of the culture and heritage. The region hosts numerous NCAA championships, amateur tournaments, and professional events at first-class facilities. A visit to the Virginia Mountains Region offers unique mountain experiences, such as driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking the Appalachian Trail, paddling the James River, fishing at Smith Mountain Lake, and making your way across the Buchanan Swinging Bridge.
Highland County is known as “Virginia’s Switzerland” thanks to its alpine climate; the highest mean elevation of any county east of the Mississippi River. Bath County offers a quintessential escape with elegant historic lodging for those seeking authentic southern hospitality. Visit sites such as the National D-Day Memorial, the Old Brick Hotel, The Omni Homestead Resort, and the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum to learn more about the region’s rich history.
Roanoke has earned the nickname “Star City of the South” by being the recreational, cultural and business hub of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The nickname is also attributed to the iconic Roanoke Star, which sits atop Mill Mountain and overlooks the entire region.
Virginia’s Blue Ridge is easily accessible via the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), Interstate 81, and Amtrak’s northeast regional route. The region boasts a unique railroad heritage, serving as home to the Virginia Museum of Transportation and its incredible collection of locomotives.
As the first destination on the East Coast to be named a Silver-Level Ride Center by the International Mountain Bicycling Association, Virginia’s Blue Ridge is America’s East Coast Mountain Biking Capital. Virginia’s Blue Ridge is a family-friendly destination that’s perfect for athletes, officials, and spectators, who will enjoy a first-class sports experience, and also take in the stunning natural beauty of the region and its incredible variety of outdoor recreation activities, including over 1,000 miles of trails.
Featured Destination Contact for the Region:
For more information or contacts for destinations within this region, please contact:
Danish Saadat, National Sales & Marketing Manager
Sports Virginia
804-545-5543
[email protected]
