Adventure Ready

Summer in Lexington

On sunny days, top adventure destinations include the summits of House Mountain, the trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the boulders at Devils Marbleyard. Route 39 through Goshen Pass is a gorgeous cycling route, where rocky views of the river unfurl beside you. Several regional ski resorts open for hiking and mountain biking.

Kids in Parks TRACK Trails

Get started with self-guided activities along each Rockbridge County TRACK Trail or use your phone to explore e-Adventures.

Hiking & Camping

Scramble across Devil’s Marbleyard. Stagger up House Mountain. Or mingle with thru-hikers on the white-blazed Appalachian Trail as it unfurls along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Water Sports

Choose your own river adventure on the Maury or the James – kayaking through whitewater, canoeing past wildlife, or snoozing in your inner tube. At swimming holes and lakes? Cannonball!

Fishing & Hunting

Home to creeks, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, plus a variety of cold and warm water fish, Rockbridge County wins Best All Around for fishing in Virginia.

Rockbridge Rides

Exploring by bicycle, motorcycle and horseback is an immersive adventure in Rockbridge County.

Visiting Natural Bridge State Park

On September 24, 2016, Natural Bridge, a National Historic Landmark, became Natural Bridge State Park to become the 37th jewel in the crown of the Virginia State Parks collection.