Discover Lynchburg in every direction. Information about tourism in the city of Lynchburg and the surrounding area

Amhert County ATV Trails offers 25 miles of trails for All-Terrain-Vehicles just west of the Blue Ridge Parkway on Route 130. For more information contact the Forest Service. Parking Fee $5.00 per day

Historic scenic trail winds through Washington-Jefferson National Forest and across Blue Ridge Mountains. Wildflowers and wildlife abound along trail which can be accessed at a number of parkway mileposts. Trail attracts hikers of all ages.

The Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest includes 20,000 acres of forest for outdoor recreation, hunting, hiking and fishing. Trails are available for horseback riding or mountain biking.

Enjoy multipurpose athletic field, picnic shelters with tables and grills, and fishing. A trail connects to the Blackwater creek Natural Area.

This beautiful trail, part of the larger James River Heritage Trail System, provides miles of paved and earthen-packed trails to navigate. Segments of the trail include a waterfall, an abandoned railroad tunnel, a bridge over the James River onto Percival's Island and other breathtaking scenery.  Perfect for bicycling, skating, walking, and running activities.

Eight miles of hiking and biking trails following the creek through the city. Within the 300 acre natural area is the 155-acre Ruskin Freer Nature Preserve, a plant and animal sanctuary. Maps and additional information available at the Visitor Information Center. For guided tours, special hikes and detailed information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at (434) 455-5858.

America's most scenic drive extends 470 miles linking Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. Spectacular mountain vistas in all four seasons.

Bridgewater Marina is the largest boat rental operation on Smith Mountain Lake. We offer everything needed to make your vacation fun. From WaveVentures, to Harris Kayot Pontoons, to Sea Ray Ski Boats. We rent boats you can be proud to cruise the lake in. We even offer three rental locations to serve you better. We Also Offer: Full Service Gas Docks, Marina Store with Basic Groceries & Unique...

Marina and Seasonal campground with boat rentals, slips, restaurant, waterfront sites, full hookups, swimming pool, restrooms. We are located in beautiful southwest Virginia on the shore of Smith Mountain Lake. You and your family will enjoy spending your vacation boating, camping, fishing, swimming, water skiing, and much more. Additionally, there is often local entertainment such as bands and...

Falling Creek Park has an 18 hole disc golf course, shuffle board, picnic shelters, charcoal grills, children’s playground and a series of fitness stations located around the 1/3 mile paved walking path. So bring your bike, your disc golf bag, hiking boots, running shoes and your family out for a day in the park! Directions:  Falling Creek Park is located 20 miles west of Lynchburg....

Deep in the heart of Appomattox- Buckingham State Forest, Holliday Lake is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. Fishing for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill is popular, and a nearby Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries delayed-harvest trout stream allows anglers to fish for brown and rainbow trout. Swimming at the park’s guarded beach and the “Critter Hole” play area are...

The park includes trail access to the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and Point of Honor Trail sections of the James River Heritage Trail System. Handicap accessible picnic facilities with tables and grills. Streamside fishing is allowed and parking is available on site. (3 acres)

Battery Creek Lock #7, restored in the mid-1960's, was part of the James River and Kanawha Canal System built in 1848-49 as the main artery of commerce between Richmond and the valleys to the west. The lock is 100 feet long, 15 feet wide and 25 feet deep. Picnic facilities; scenic hiking trail.

The James River Heritage Trail is part of a network of trails across the United States that connect communities with the natural world surrounding them. On National Trails Day, 2000, Lynchburg dedicated a new Millennium Trail- the 6.5 mile long James River Heritage Trail, which is comprised of the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and RiverWalk. Both trails explore the very diverse geography and habitats...

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features 1,500 acres of rolling grasslands, quiet forests and beautiful vistas, as well as three miles of shoreline along the James River. Visitors can hike, bike, canoe, kayak, fish or camp along the banks of the historic James River or scenic Branch Pond. Facilities include a nature center, gift shop, picnic shelters, multi-use...

Restored Kanawha Canal lock used for transporting packet boats between Lexington and Lynchburg. Area also contains moderate level nature trail through forest along the James River.

This challenging  trail system consists of 65 miles of single and double track trails spanning approximately 5,000 acres. The mountain rises over 1,360 feet and offers cross country and gravity fed trails for both hiking and mountain biking, along with breathtaking views of Lynchburg, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the surrounding area. Directional and safety signage, and map kiosks provide...

Are you up for an adventure? Old Dominion Trail Rides provides quiet, well-mannered horses and experienced equestrian guides to navigate you through some of Virginia's most beautiful country-side. Fantastic photo opportunities and wildlife galore! Black bear, deer, turkey, coyote & soaring eagles are just some of the critters often seen while on the trail!We also offer, training, guide...

The Peaks of Otter - Sharp Top, Flat Top, and Harkening Hill - have dominated the view in this region of Virginia for centuries, first attracting the attention of Native Americans who saw the area as a rich hunting ground. Famous naturalists and such notable historic figures as Thomas Jefferson and Robert E. Lee wrote about or visited the Peaks of Otter during their lives. The summit of Flat Top...

The park has two playground areas, three lighted tennis courts, seven multi-purpose fields used for soccer, football, softball and baseball, volleyball courts, one basketball court, wooded area, passive areas, walking trails, exercise/jogging course, two pavilions, a disc golf course, a concession stand, the Ivy Creek Interpretive Loop Trail, the Ivy Creek Greenway, and the Bill Foot...

The island is approximately one and one-half miles long. The old railroad bed is now a paved, maintained hiking/biking trail that traverses the length of the island. The park is maintained in its natural state as a haven for plants and animals. There are many spots where the James River is accessible and fishing is permitted in accordance with State of Virginia fishing regulations.

Reba Farm Inn home of Saddle Soar Equitainments offers guided trail rides on 225 acres which includes adult rides, family rides, childrens' rides, overnight/camping trail rides for adults and families, dayrides w/gourmet lunch, church group fieldtrips, group retreats, theme rides and much more!

The Riverfront Park is located in downtown Lynchburg by the James River. The park features large open fields that are suitable for festivals and special events, boardwalk, shade trees, and a rain garden. The stage area is home to Friday Cheers summer concerts.

Overlooking the James River, this 47 acre park offers walking trails, basketball and tennis courts, a play area, a sprayground and an old locomotive! The Packet Boat Marshall is also on display.

RiverWalk is one of the most popular sections of the James River Heritage Trail. People of all ages and abilities are able to enjoy this 3.5 mile paved trail. This lovely, level path begins downtown on Jefferson Street, just past the eastern end of the Blackwater Creek Bikeway and the Point of Honor Trail, and moves eastward along the waterfront (passing Amazement Square and Riverfront Park), and...

Come Visit Lynchburg's Premier Riding Center We offer over 9 miles of scenic trails from beginner to endurance trail riding. Youth and adult riding programs are available. A professional trainer with over 30 years of experience is on-site. Birthday parties, youth camps, and horse & pony clubs provide fun for the whole family.

One and one-half miles to the summit, this is the most popular trail at the Peaks. It originates from the Camp Store across the Parkway from the Visitors Center. It is a steep and strenuous route and should only be attempted by those in good health. Drinking water should be carried. The summit offers impressive 360-degree views of the Peaks of Otter, the Piedmont to the east, the Blue Ridge...

Located on the second largest freshwater lake in the state, the park is a water enthusiast’s paradise. In addition to a full range of water-related activities, including swimming, boat rentals, a boat ramp and a universally accessible fishing pier, families can enjoy picnicking, a visitor center, an amphitheater, special programs, camping and cabins – some with a waterfront view.

This trail, constructed on the abandonded Virginia Blue Ridge Railway bed, begins at the Piney River Depot in Nelson County and follows the Piney River 1.8 miles. It crosses into Amherst County at Roses Mill and continues another 3 miles. The trail meanders through the countryside affording views of rolling hills and farms as well as the river. Little evidence of civilization meets the eye....

Windy Hill Farm is nestled on over 300 acres in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, and specializes in the training, showing, sales and breeding of American Saddlebreds, Morgans, and ponies. The farm is located 25 minutes from the Lynchburg airport, and 45 minutes from the Virginia Horse Center. The farm has been a working farm for over 200 years, and at one point was owned by Virginia Senator...