Embark on a trip to Virginia’s Mountain Playground®, where mountains and back roads lead to world-class adventures. Giles County, Virginia is home to 37 miles of the New River and over 65 miles of the Appalachian Trail, so you are sure to never run out of trails to blaze here.
Take in stunning views of the New River Valley on Bald Knob Trail that begins behind Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke, Virginia. This one-mile out-and-back trail offers plenty of unobstructed views and outcrops to explore, perfect for sunset photo ops. Soon, visitors will be able to visit the Giles Destination Center, which will be located near the Bald Knob trailhead, and utilize the new ADA-accessible path on the trail itself.
For more mountain fun, head to Mill Creek Nature Park in Narrows, Virginia. Explore 140+ acres full of hiking trails and up to four waterfalls. Cascade Falls is another Giles County hiking hotspot, and for good reason. A scenic 4-mile round trip trail leads hikers to a tumbling 69-foot waterfall, making for a perfect day hike.
Stay at award winning lodging like Mountain Lake Lodge, where Dirty Dancing was filmed, or the internationally known romantic bed and breakfast, Lilly Valley Inn. Hikers have ranked Woods Hole Hostelas the best lodging on the A.T., and it’s also the oldest continuous hostel on the trail!
From the trailheads to the five small downtowns in Giles, this is the destination for adventure seeking, off the beaten path, family-friendly travelers!
Hike Highlights
Hikes at Mill Creek and Cascade Falls also offer excellent fishing opportunities, so be sure to bring your bait and tackle!
