Attractions Archive - Visit Patrick County https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:25:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Attractions Archive - Visit Patrick County https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/ 32 32 The Mayberry Trading Post https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/the-mayberry-trading-post/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-mayberry-trading-post Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:25:26 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=3181 Email: misty@mayberrytradingpostva.com Established in 1892, The Mayberry Trading Post is an old-fashioned general store just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors will find a variety of craft and artisan goods. Check out their Facebook page for more information and for opening hours.

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Established in 1892, The Mayberry Trading Post is an old-fashioned general store just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors will find a variety of craft and artisan goods.

Check out their Facebook page for more information and for opening hours.

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]]> Martin’s Blueberry Hill https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/martins-blueberry-hill/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=martins-blueberry-hill Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:35:54 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=3028 Established in 1984, Martin’s Blueberry Hill is home to over 250 blueberry bushes. Enjoy bushels of fresh blueberries at this charming, u-pick orchard. Berries typically ripen in late June or early July. Check out their Facebook for updates or call 276-692-9201.

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]]> Established in 1984, Martin’s Blueberry Hill is home to over 250 blueberry bushes. Enjoy bushels of fresh blueberries at this charming, u-pick orchard.

Berries typically ripen in late June or early July. Check out their Facebook for updates or call 276-692-9201.

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]]> Calliope: Circus of the Arts https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/calliope-circus-of-the-arts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calliope-circus-of-the-arts Mon, 05 Aug 2024 20:09:04 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2752 410 Patrick Ave, Stuart, VA 24171 Located in Downtown Stuart, Calliope: Circus of the Arts is an up-and-coming arts center founded by local artist Lora Mahaffey. Renovations are still ongoing. Follow Bull Mountain Arts on Facebook for open studio times and more.

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Located in Downtown Stuart, Calliope: Circus of the Arts is an up-and-coming arts center founded by local artist Lora Mahaffey. Renovations are still ongoing. Follow Bull Mountain Arts on Facebook for open studio times and more.

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]]> The Historic Star Theatre https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/the-historic-star-theatre/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-historic-star-theatre Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:35:28 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2729 318 Patrick Ave, Stuart, VA 24171 Revisit yesteryear in the newly renovated Historic Star Theatre. This historic theatre first opened in 1947. The theatre is now owned by the Town of Stuart and managed by One Family Productions. The theatre regularly hosts live music and other events.

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Revisit yesteryear in the newly renovated Historic Star Theatre. This historic theatre first opened in 1947. The theatre is now owned by the Town of Stuart and managed by One Family Productions. The theatre regularly hosts live music and other events.

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]]> Lady Appalachia: of the Pines https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/lady-appalachia-of-the-pines/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lady-appalachia-of-the-pines Fri, 12 Jul 2024 19:51:13 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2723 21559 Jeb Stuart Hwy, Stuart, VA Lady Appalachia: of the Pines is the second mural in artist Jon Murrill’s Lady Appalachia series. This beautiful mural celebrates the region’s close connection with nature. You can find this mural at Pickle & Ash. Follow Jon Murrill on Instagram for more artwork.

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Lady Appalachia: of the Pines is the second mural in artist Jon Murrill’s Lady Appalachia series. This beautiful mural celebrates the region’s close connection with nature.

You can find this mural at Pickle & Ash.

Follow Jon Murrill on Instagram for more artwork.

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]]> Rock Castle Gorge Overlooks https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/rock-castle-gorge-overlooks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rock-castle-gorge-overlooks Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:45:01 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2681 The Rock Castle Gorge Recreation Area offers beautiful views for hikers and drivers alike. There are plenty of pull-offs along the Blue Ridge Parkway for visitors to enjoy.

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]]> The Rock Castle Gorge Recreation Area offers beautiful views for hikers and drivers alike. There are plenty of pull-offs along the Blue Ridge Parkway for visitors to enjoy.

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]]> Orchard Gap Loop https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/orchard-gap-loop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=orchard-gap-loop Wed, 22 May 2024 16:08:50 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2652 This is one of the shortest loops on the Jagged Edge. The Orchard Gap Loop takes riders through Ararat and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Orchard Gap Rd. offers amazing views and tight turns for riders to enjoy. As a bonus, this loop passes several orchards. Starting in Ararat, take Willis Gap Rd. North to the…

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]]> This is one of the shortest loops on the Jagged Edge. The Orchard Gap Loop takes riders through Ararat and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Orchard Gap Rd. offers amazing views and tight turns for riders to enjoy. As a bonus, this loop passes several orchards.

Starting in Ararat, take Willis Gap Rd. North to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Turn left and continue for 1.6 miles. Turn left onto Orchard Gap Rd. At the intersection, turn right onto Old Dominion Rd. Continue onto Orchard View Dr.

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]]> “A Simpler Place in Time” https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/a-simpler-place-in-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-simpler-place-in-time Tue, 16 May 2023 18:22:43 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2241 “A Simpler Place in Time” A cartography map of the Meadows of Dan community at the Blue Ridge Parkway. From Nancy’s Candy to Mabry Mill, this mural displays some of Meadows of Dan’s most unique landmarks and attractions. You can find the mural next to the Concord Corner Store. This mural was done by local…

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]]> “A Simpler Place in Time” A cartography map of the Meadows of Dan community at the Blue Ridge Parkway.

From Nancy’s Candy to Mabry Mill, this mural displays some of Meadows of Dan’s most unique landmarks and attractions. You can find the mural next to the Concord Corner Store.

This mural was done by local artist Pepper Martin. Learn more about Pepper’s artwork here.

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]]> The Forty Route https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/the-forty-route/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-forty-route Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:40:31 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2172 This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. It is an 80 mile route taking you to Fairystone Park, Ferrum, VA and back up twisty Hwy 40, finishing up on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Google Maps

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]]> This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. It is an 80 mile route taking you to Fairystone Park, Ferrum, VA and back up twisty Hwy 40, finishing up on the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

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]]> Indian Valley Loop https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/indian-valley-loop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=indian-valley-loop Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:38:36 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2169 This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. It is an 86 mile loop through the scenic valley and along the river. Perfect for sport riders or leisurely tourers wanting to experience beautiful views and great mountain roads. Google Maps

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]]> This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. It is an 86 mile loop through the scenic valley and along the river. Perfect for sport riders or leisurely tourers wanting to experience beautiful views and great mountain roads.

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]]> The Gap Attack! https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/the-gap-attack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-gap-attack Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:18:20 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2165 This loop begins and the Willville Bike Camp. The Gap Attack is a 70 mile loop on tight twisties up and down the mountains. Perfect for sport riders wanting to do a challenging spirited ride. Google Maps

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]]> This loop begins and the Willville Bike Camp. The Gap Attack is a 70 mile loop on tight twisties up and down the mountains. Perfect for sport riders wanting to do a challenging spirited ride.

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]]> The Country Sampler https://visitpatrickcounty.org/attractions/the-country-sampler/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-country-sampler Tue, 18 Apr 2023 17:45:16 +0000 https://visitpatrickcounty.org/?post_type=attractions&p=2162 This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. This short 43 mile ride highlights the different riding in the area from the flowing route down the mountain, the tight twisties back up, and the leisurely and scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Google Map

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]]> This loop begins at the Willville Bike Camp. This short 43 mile ride highlights the different riding in the area from the flowing route down the mountain, the tight twisties back up, and the leisurely and scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

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