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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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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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Lexington VA Washington and Lee Campus

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The Legacy of Great Leaders

George Washington. R. E. Lee. Stonewall Jackson. George Marshall. These generals were remarkable leaders, but their legacies aren't limited to dusty textbooks and old statues (well, maybe a few).

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Six Historic Stays of Lexington & Rockbridge County

Grand old homes line the streets of Lexington and dot the Rockbridge County countryside. Book your stay in some of our oldest and grandest.

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Historic Tours & Sites

A short walk links historic downtown Lexington to museums and sites at W&L and VMI. Beyond town, McCormick Farm, Jordan’s Point, and Goshen Pass are scenic places to contemplate the past.

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