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A funny man hangs from a dinosaur’s mouth.

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Dinosaur Kingdom II

Located in Natural Bridge, Virginia, Dinosaur Kingdom II is a one-of-a-kind display of fiberglass art. Recently named the “Best Roadside Attraction in Virginia” by USA Today 10Best, it offers the chance to walk among life-sized dinosaurs and ponder alternate history.

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Lexington VA, Devil's Marbleyard

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Devil’s Marbleyard

Devil’s Marbleyard is located near Natural Bridge Station, Virginia. As soon as you see it, the name makes perfect sense: a jumble of white boulders ranging in size from suitcases to vans that can be spotted on the Blue Ridge.

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Lexington VA Natural Bridge Cave Mountain Lake

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Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area

Located in Natural Bridge Station near Lexington, Virginia, Cave Mountain Lake Recreation Area's natural setting makes it easy to enjoy simple pleasures like swimming, fishing, hiking, playing lawn games, bird watching, and building sand castles.

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Apple Orchard Falls Hike

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Apple Orchard Falls Trail

Explore nature’s beauty on a trail packed with sights that are both photo-worthy and soul-stirring. Walk alongside a gurgling creek that skips over boulders and weaves through tree-covered mountains, surrounded by seasonal blooms and chirping birds, to a tumbling waterfall.

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Lexington VA Rockbridge Vineyard Wine Rack

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Nine Rockbridge County Wines Decorated During 2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup

Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery and Great Valley Farm Brewery & Winery were together awarded nine medals during the 2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup wine competition, noted as one of the most stringent in the United States.

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Getaway Mavens Lexington Carriage Company

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20 Surprisingly Romantic Getaways In Virginia

Getaway Mavens, a popular travel blog, included Lexington as one of their "20 Surprisingly Romantic Getaways in Virginia" article with references to the Virginia Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom II, and Lexington Carriage Company.

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VTG21 Natural Bridge Cover preview

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Natural Bridge State Park Featured on 2021 Virginia Travel Guide Cover

The Virginia Tourism Corporation announced today that Natural Bridge State Park will be featured on the cover of the 2021 Virginia Travel Guide.

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Lexington VA Street View

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A Day or More in Walkable Downtown Lexington

Downtown Lexington is home to locally-owned boutiques and gift shops, farm-to-table dining, and elegantly refashioned historic accommodations. It's an ideal day trip. weekend getaway, or even a week-long escape. And all of downtown is a walkable delight!

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Buena Vista VA Southern Virginia University

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College Days

The past and present collide at Washington & Lee, Virginia Military Institute and Southern Virginia University, where history and tradition mingle with laptops and lattes.

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Lexington VA VMI Bagpipes Corp.

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Historic Tours & Sites

Winter is prime time for exploring Lexington’s museums. From W&L, a short walk links Lee Chapel to the VMI Museum. Beyond town, McCormick Farm, Jordan’s Point, and Goshen Pass are scenic places to contemplate the past.

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