Activities

What Virginia is for Lovers, White Birches is To Bed And Breakfasts’!

Gather around Abingdon’s first green bed and breakfast and experience a place to relax and unwind, as well as seek out adventure! Deep in the Great Appalachian Valley, you’ll discover some of the most sought-after hiking and biking trails, and if you wander the city you’ll find a rich history that boasts many historical sites. Stroll along main street and walk away a little more cultured with its vibrant fine arts and craft scene with galleries and museums galore!

Whether you stay near and want a relaxing weekend getaway on our property or want to explore everything Abingdon has to offer, there is something for everyone here!

 

*Top 10 List of Things To Do While Visiting Abingdon, VA**

# 1 Attend The World-Class Barter Theatre – The “State Theatre of Virginia”

Visit Barter Theatre (276) 628-3991

Support Barter Theater

2016 SEASON-***Titles & Dates are subject to change

Barter Theatre Shows and Tickets

www.BarterTheatre.com/shows-and-ticket

“OR SEE AN ARTS ARRAY FILM AT THE ABINGDON CINEMALL”

Abingdon Cinemall Showtimes (276) 676-0100

# 2 Bike Or Hike The Virginia Creeper Trail

Abingdon and Damascus Bike Shops

  • Virginia Creeper Trail Bike Shop (276) 676-2552
  • Adventure Damascus Bicycle Shop, Bike Rentals & Shuttle Service
  • Bicycle Junction (276) 475-5727
  • Blue Blaze Bike Rental (276) 475-5095
  • Creeper Trail Bike Rental (276) 475-3611
  • Creeper Trail Shuttle Shack (276) 475-3773
  • Sun Bog Outfitter (276) 475-6252
  • The Bike Station (866) 475-3629

# 3 Dine At A Fine Restaurant

  • Anthony’s Desserts (276) 623-1500
  • Jack’s 128 Pecan (276) 698-3159
  • Martha Washington-Sisters (276) 628-3161
  • Morgan’s (276) 258-5622
  • The Peppermill (276) 623-0530
  • Rain Restaurant & Bar (276) 739-2331
  • The Tavern (276) 628-1118
  • BoneFire Smokehouse (276) 608-6763
  • White Birch Food and Juice (276) 608-0541

# 4 Visit A Winery and a Brewery

  • Abingdon Vineyard and Winery 205 Alvarado Road Abingdon, VA (276) 623-1255
  • Wolf Hills Brewing Company 350 Park Street Abingdon, VA

# 5 Enjoy The Arts

  • William King Regional Arts Center
  • Arts Depot
  • Train Station

# 6. Enjoy A Day At The Spa

  • Healing Water Day Spa & Salon (276) 628-4233
  • Mane Street Day Spa & Salon (276) 676-0071
  • The Martha Washington Hotel Health Spa (276) 619-5279
  • Salt of the Earth (276) 477-4101

# 7 Shop For Antiques in Abingdon

  • Brandywine 301 W. Main
  • Foxglove 289 W. Main
  • Jeroleen’s 272 W. Main
  • Shady Business 221 E. Main
  • The Hope Chest 418 W. Main
  • Wolf Hills 280 W. Main
  • Zephyr 270 W. Main

# 8 Enjoy Heartwood

  • Southwest Virginia Artisan Gateway (276) 492-2400

# 9 Visit the Carter Family Fold For A Taste Of Americana (Sat. Nights Only)

  • Carter Family Fold (276) 386-6054

#10 Birthplace of Country Music

  • (423) 573-1927

IF THAT’S NOT ENOUGH – HERE’S MORE!

Galleries Open Year Round

  • Arts Depot – 314 Depot Square (276) 628-9091
    * Exhibits and Artists in Residence
  • Barr Photographics – 152 E. Main (276) 628-1486
    * Exhibits and Gifts
  • The 1912 Gallery – Emory and Henry College (276) 944-6846
    *Rotating Visual Arts Not Common To Area
  • William King Regional Art Center – (276) 628-5005
    * Partner Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Arts of Historic Proportions, Arts Education Programs
  • Train Station – 304 Depot Square
    *Restored Train Station, O. Winston Link Exhibit, Home of Washington County Historical Society

Regional Musical Events

  • Carter Family Fold – Old Time Bluegrass Music Saturday Evenings Throughout The Year, Carter Family Museum Opens at 6:00 PM, Music starts at 7:30PM (276) 386-6054
  • Summer Concert Series – Saturday Evenings – Town of Abingdon

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Hiking

  • Appalachian Trail – Mount Rogers Appalachian Trail Club (276) 628-2601
  • Hidden Valley Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Iron Mountain – Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (276) 783-5196
  • Laurel Bed Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (276) 783-5196
  • Sugar Hollow Park – Lee Highway in Bristol (276) 645-7379
  • Virginia Creeper Trail – (276) 676-2209

Biking or Hiking Trails 

  • Beartree Buschwacker Loop – Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (800) 628-7202
  • Transcontinental 76 Bike Route – Konnarock / Damascus / Meadowview / Brumley Gap
  • Virginia Creeper Trail – (276) 676-2209
  • Virginia Highlands Horse Trail – Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (800) 628-7202

Fishing

  • Beaver Dam Creek – Trout
  • Green Cove Creek – Trout
  • Hidden Valley Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Hungry Mother State Park (276) 783-7400
  • Laurel Bed Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Middle Fork Holston River – Trout
  • North Fork Holston River – Trout
  • South Holston Lake
  • Tennessee Laurel Creek – Trout
  • Tumbling Creek – Trout – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Whitetop Laurel Creek – Trout

Outfitters / Guides

  • Adventure Damascus Tours – Hiking, Biking, Canoeing, Birding (888) 595-BIKE
  • Northfork Guide Service – smallmouth Bass and Trout – Saltville (800) 889-0139
  • Virginia Creeper Fly Shop – Guide and Instruction Service (276) 628-3826

Canoeing

  • Hidden Valley Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Laurel Bed Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Middle Fork and South Fork – Holston River

Caverns

  • Appalachian Caverns – Blountville, TN (423) 323-2337
  • Bristol Caverns – Bristol, TN (423) 878-2011

Birding and Nature Study

  • Hidden Valley Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Laurel Bed Lake – Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area (276) 783-4860
  • Mondota Fire Tower – VA. Department of Forestry – Hawk Migration Sep. – Nov. (276) 676-5488
  • Well Fields / Wetlands – Saltville, VA. (276) 496-5342
  • White Top – Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (800) 628-7202

Tours

  • Abingdon Vineyard and Winery (276) 623-1255 – Tours and Wine Tasting; March – December ;
  • Martha Washington Hotel – 150 W. Main St. (276) 628-3161 Tour Abingdon’s Historic Landmarks
  • Abingdon Historic District Walking Tour – Brochure or By Appointment (276) 672-2282
  • Whites Mill (276) 619-3831 Registered Historic Mill Abingdon