Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor recreation is at your fingertips when you stay at Foxfire Ridge Retreat. We are located just 12 miles from Grayson Highlands State Park, a truly remarkable destination. With over 4,500 acres of high-country glory, this park offers birds-eye views from peaks over 5,000 feet in elevation. Trails of all kinds and ability levels crisscross the mountaintop. Go to Grayson Highlands to immerse yourself in local history, culture, nature and, of course, see the famous wild ponies.
The New River is another of Grayson County’s natural treasures. Ironically named, the New River is one of oldest rivers in the world. Think of the long leisurely days of canoeing, fly fishing, kayaking, swimming or tubing that lay just beyond your reservation. Visit New River State Park or bike the New River Trail. Equipment rentals and guided river adventures of all kinds are available through local outfitters.
Numerous trout streams offer a plethora of opportunities for making sure the centerpiece of the dinner table is platter crispy fried trout.
The nearby Mount Rogers National Recreation Area has something for every outdoor adventurer. The area is comprised of 200,000 acres of National Forest land near Mount Rogers, the highest peak in the state. Camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and swimming are available in profusion.
The New River is another of Grayson County’s natural treasures. Ironically named, the New River is one of oldest rivers in the world. Think of the long leisurely days of canoeing, fly fishing, kayaking, swimming or tubing that lay just beyond your reservation. Visit New River State Park or bike the New River Trail. Equipment rentals and guided river adventures of all kinds are available through local outfitters.
Numerous trout streams offer a plethora of opportunities for making sure the centerpiece of the dinner table is platter crispy fried trout.
The nearby Mount Rogers National Recreation Area has something for every outdoor adventurer. The area is comprised of 200,000 acres of National Forest land near Mount Rogers, the highest peak in the state. Camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and swimming are available in profusion.
