Appalachia Region/Spearhead Trails
Rugged mountain trails and folksy Appalachian tunes charm in Virginia
Home to a quarter of the Appalachian Trail, Southwest Virginia is a magnet for adrenaline addicts, solace seekers and active families. The Spearhead Trails system delivers a mind-blowing array of outdoor activities combined with ethereal natural beauty and a rich Appalachian cultural heritage. Sample delicious, homey cuisine while appreciating traditional music and crafts that come from this area.
With a network of over 500 trails geared to every level, the Spearhead Trails are destinations unto themselves. From serpentine ATV trails to wilderness hikes, rugged mountain biking and a nascent equestrian system, Spearhead Trails provides an intimate encounter with the region’s natural wonders, such as Devil’s Bathtub, High Knob Lookout Tower, Breaks Interstate Park, Natural Tunnel and Burkes Garden.
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Get Your Motor Runnin’
Beyond the Appalachian’s signature hiking and biking experiences, Spearhead Trails’ unique selling point is the number of demanding off-road experiences also known as the Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) system. The network of OHV trails varies in terms of terrain and experience level required. The most family-friendly network is the multi-use Mountain View, with 90 miles of trails combining (easy), blue (intermediate) and black (advanced) trails geared toward ATVs and Side by Sides.
A great place to start your off-road adventures is in the ATV-friendly town of St. Paul, where you can even ride your ATV to dinner. A trailhead is located conveniently in town. Haysi’s Ridgeview trail system is a combination of tree-lined trails and wide open ridge riding with plenty of spectacular views. The trailhead is conveniently located just outside the ATV-friendly town of Hays.
Musical Roots
The crucible of American Country Music, southwestern Virginia’s musical heritage is celebrated with the Crooked Road: Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, with venues and events in Southwest Virginia.
A fine crop of mountain music venues play host to diverse genres, including old-time string bands, a cappella gospel, blues and, of course, bluegrass.
For More Information
Spearhead Trails
276-807-7581
www.spearheadtrails.com
Virginia Tourism Corporation
804-545-5500
www.virginia.org