The Gold Mining Camp Museum at Monroe Park is the only museum in Virginia solely dedicated to the history of gold and gold mining. Monroe Park and the Museum opened in October 1998. Located in Goldvein, Virginia, it is a recreational place to relax and learn about local history and gold. Although not the site ofContinue reading “Gold Mining Camp Museum at Monroe Park”
Category Archives: Day Trip
Doyles River Falls Trailhead
Shenadoah National Park This beautiful and peaceful trek through the woods takes you along cool, clear mountain streams to two unique waterfalls (could be 3 if you count the small rocky area before the main falls). This is one of the most popular waterfall hikes in the southern section of the Shenandoah National Park. The trail is well marked,Continue reading “Doyles River Falls Trailhead”
Meadowgate Alpacas
Meadowgate Alpacas is a family run alpaca farm located in beautiful Beaverdam, Virginia. The farm was established in 2017 and is a working breeding farm. Meadowgate Alpacas maintains fewer than 30 alpaca. The farm sits on 10 acres of pastureland surrounded by forest and the Newfound River. Location: 16305 Coatesville Rd, Beaverdam, VA 23015 (~30 miles/42 min. from Fredericksburg)Continue reading “Meadowgate Alpacas”
The Market at Grelen — Somerset, VA
The Market at Grelen is a unique European style garden shop set on a 600-acre tree nursery featuring a casual farm-to-table cafe and 5-miles of hiking trails. Visitors can explore the trails during business hours, as well as pick their own fruit (blueberries, blackberries, peaches, and apples) in season. The Grelen walking trails are FREEContinue reading “The Market at Grelen — Somerset, VA”
National Air and Space Museum–Chantilly
The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center will reopen on Wednesday, May 5. Visitors will need to reserve free timed-entry passes. Reservations open April 23. Click HERE to reserve your ticket. Visitors will be able to secure up to six passes maximum for personal use only. For the safety of our visitors and staff, groups larger thanContinue reading “National Air and Space Museum–Chantilly”
Whiteoak Canyon Falls Upper Trailhead– Shenandoah National Park
Whiteoak Canyon is home to impressive waterfalls and cascades that range in height from 35 to 86 feet. No wonder it’s one of Shenandoah’s most popular waterfall hikes. The falls start as a trickle and build into a rush of water that tumbles into pools below. This definitely is a gorgeous hike with beautiful views.Continue reading “Whiteoak Canyon Falls Upper Trailhead– Shenandoah National Park”
Mount Vernon
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located on the banks of the Potomac River. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. We love Mount Vernon. It’s been a favorite of ours since we started visitingContinue reading “Mount Vernon”
Dark Hollow Falls – Shenandoah
Dark Hollow Falls is one of the most popular trails in Shenandoah National Park. This trail is short, but very steep and rocky. The trail follows a stream to a beautiful waterfall. The 1.4 mile round trip hike is downhill from the trail parking to the falls, then uphill to the parking lot. There isContinue reading “Dark Hollow Falls – Shenandoah”
Frying Pan Farm Park
Springtime means baby animals. Visit this working farm to see the farm’s newest arrivals. There’s something for everyone at Frying Pan Farm Park, and it’s FREE!
Monticello
Monticello was the primary plantation of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, who began designing Monticello after inheriting land from his father at age 26. Monticello was not just a residence but a working plantation. Monticello is located just outside Charlottesville, VA. It is a beautiful drive just less than an hourContinue reading “Monticello”
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