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Damascus Area Trail Updates

Trail Updates Around Damascus Get the latest trail updates for alerts and trail conditions around Damascus, Virginia. Know before you go. More information below on current conditions, including: This is Trail Town USA. Several major trails pass through the heart of Damascus, including the Appalachian Trail and Virginia Creeper Trail. Nearby are multi-use trails and…
Seasonal Festivals & Community Events

Arts, Culture & Appalachian Traditions The Damascus area has a lot to celebrate! We have a busy schedule of festivals and community events throughout the year, often tied to the seasons and natural cycles. Take your pick and join us in celebrating ramps, molasses, apple butter, cranberries, and more! These festivals are rooted in Appalachian…
Reeled In

Lifelong Anglers Share Their Love for the Sport “My love for fishing has never failed me,” says Alan Necessary, owner of Washington County’s successful supply store, Appalachian Baits. “It’s such a stress reliever for me. Whether you catch a fish or not, it gets your mind off any other problems you may have in life.”…
All Hail the Appalachian Trail

Hiker-Friendly Communities Washington County is where it’s at for A.T. hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. They say a journey of 1,000 miles – or in the case of the Appalachian Trail, 2,198 miles – begins with a single step. But at some point, even the hardiest hiker needs to take a break from all that…
Mountain Magic

A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts Mountain Magic: Outdoor enthusiasts praise the region’s abundance of nature. Washington County is a prime location for outdoors enthusiasts of all levels. At the intersection of several famous trail systems, the region is a desirable destination for anyone seeking to live closer to nature and be a part of a…
Tips for the Trail

Hit the Trails Responsibly Tips for the trail – All trails lead to Damascus, Virginia! We have hundreds of miles of trails for you to explore right in our backyard. At the edge of town, Mount Rogers National Recreation Area stretches as far as the eye can see, across the highest peaks in the state, over mountain balds…
A Trail of Two Cities

From Abingdon to Damascus, Virginia A Trail of Two Cities: What could be better than famous trails and friendly small towns? Check out the Blue Ridge Outdoors 2022 Top Adventure Town winners Abingdon and Damascus, Virginia for some of the best trails in the Southeast, and stay for the southern charm. The Virginia Creeper Trail A rail-trail that…
Road Trip to Trail Town USA

More than a Quick Stop Let’s take a road trip to Trail Town USA! Just a few miles off I-81, Damascus, Virginia is a hidden gem for road trippers seeking a family-friendly, affordable getaway. It’s even become a surprising spring break stopover for travelers from the Great Lakes and Canada en route to the coast.…
Go Outside and Play

Go outside and play — Damascus is a small town in Southwest Virginia with a big claim to fame as Trail Town USA and the heart of the Virginia Creeper Trail. As the Friendliest Town on the Trail, it welcomes adventurers hiking the Appalachian Trail or exploring Virginia’s highest peaks.
Find Your Way to Adventure

Adventure in Damascus, Va Find your way to adventure in Damascus, Virginia. There is an adventure for everyone here, from family-friendly biking on the Virginia Creeper Trail to hiking the highest peaks in the state, and everything in between. Also known as Trail Town USA, the Appalachian Trail enters the state of Virginia just a few miles…