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Plan a family vacation, a couples getaway, or a solo adventure around these must-see attractions, restaurants, and historical sites in Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County, VA.

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Halcyon Days Cider Co. Natural Bridge, VA
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Articles & Stories

FALLIZED VA Scenic Railway Kristen Decker

Fall Train Excursions

Sep 27, 2026

Perfectly timed scenic train rides once again depart from Victoria Station in Goshen, Virginia this fall. The excursions highlight the fall foliage the Shenandoah Valley is known for while adding new […]

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House Mtn Lexington Rockbridge Va Shires

Explore the Best of the Mountains in Rockbridge County

Aug 7, 2026

Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County rose to the top in Blue Ridge Country Magazine's 2026 Best of the Mountains Readers' Choice Poll.

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Brpwbuena Vista 2 Steve Shires Med

Fall Leaf-Peeping Guide

Sep 17, 2026

'Tis the season for an incredible display of fall foliage in Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County. Our peak color tends to arrive around mid-October, so plan your visit accordingly, and add […]

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Tantivy Lavendar Farm

Where the Lavender Grows

Sep 25, 2026

Lavender blooms where a career and life of horses retired: Tantivy Farm in Fairfield, Virginia.

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Ecco Adesso

Rockbridge County: Homegrown Destination

Sep 25, 2026

Virginia Living editor-in-chief Madeline Mayhood spent a weekend in Lexington and Rockbridge County. Follow in her steps for a flavorful - and beautiful - fall getaway.

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Events

Autumn Special: Staunton Stop and Shop

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Victoria Station
Experience autumn by rail and on foot during an excursion that combines Shenandoah Valley scenery with two hours in the heart of historic downtown Staunton. Departs from Goshen, VA.

Autumn Special: The Alleghany Limited

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Victoria Station
Travel between Goshen and Staunton along a historic rail corridor winding through the western Shenandoah Valley. Along the way, enjoy window-framed views of working farms, rolling hayfields, cattle […]

Autumn Special: Afton Lunch Adventure

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Victoria Station
This is more than a train ride—it is a full day of autumn scenery, historic railroading, and good food. Traveling from Goshen toward Crozet, the Afton Lunch Adventure carries you from the western […]

Autumn Special: North Mountain Passage

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Victoria Station
Experience the Shenandoah Valley’s autumn beauty without committing your entire day. Departing from Victoria Station in Goshen, the North Mountain Passage travels east toward Swoope through rolling […]

Birding at Boxerwood

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Boxerwood 09:00 am
Hosted by Rockbridge Bird Club, join us on the second Saturday of every month to discover the many birds who call Boxerwood home.

Mountain Day

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Downtown Buena Vista 10:00 am
Mountain Day is a popular fall event in downtown Buena Vista, Virginia, celebrating local crafts, arts, music, and good food on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

October Uncorked at Ecco Adesso Vineyards

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Ecco Adesso Vineyards 12:00 pm
Spend the afternoon enjoying live music, delicious food, local cider, seasonal fall spritzers, and wine tastings. Pack a picnic, explore our hiking trails, meet the sheep, and take in endless vineyard […]

Fall peaks Wagon Ride

October 10, 2026 (Sat)
Natural Bridge State Park 03:00 pm
Leaf peep in style on a wagon ride with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains during the fall color change.