Things To Do
Mountain Field Market
Locally owned grocery market with a selection of local products.
Country Cafe
Milk House Market at Old Dairy
Bacova Beer Company
Big Fish Cider Co.
Les Cochons d'Or
Snead's 1912
The Omni Homestead Resort
Book activities like hiking, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, ski lessons, skeet shooting, zip lining through Allegheny Activities at (540) 839 -7760. Golf at two of the highest ranked courses in Virginia and the nation, The Cascades and The Old Course. To book a tee time call (540) 839 - 1766. The Old Course is open year around from 9am - 4pm. The Cascades hours change depending on the season, call for specific hours during your visit. Various restaurants include: Woody’s, Jefferson’s, The Main Dining Room, Martha’s Market, Rubino’s, and Alleghany Springs. Various shops include: 1766 Shop, Allegheny Activities, Cascades Golf Club Shop, Golf Pro Shop, First Lady, Hobby Horse, Maybelle’s, Seasons, Southern Taste, The Spa Shop, The Classic Bath, William S. Flynn, and The Sparrow’s Nest. Book spa appointments like facials, massages, manicures, and pedicures by calling (540) 839 - 1766. Walk the old carriage trails around the property like the South Trail and Deerlick Trail.
Cliff View Golf Club & Inn
Alternative to the Homestead for golf with a great taproom for those less golf, and more drink/food, inclined.
Lake Moomaw
Swimming: Bolar Mountain Beach (Bath County side of the lake) Cole’s Point (Alleghany County side of the lake). Hiking: Bolar Mountain boasts 11 miles of hiking trails that lead to two impressive scenic overlooks: Islands Overlook Spur and Grouse Point Overlook. Fishing: Be sure to have a VA Fishing Permit and review VA fishing laws. Lake Moomaw is home to brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout, perch, catfish, sunfish, and more!
Goshen Pass
Route 39 towards Lexington along the Maury River Parking is along the roadside, during peak times (warm Summer weekends) it can be hard to find a safe spot so get there early. Most people park along the roadside but there are also a few small parking lots. Goshen Pass/Jump Rock Trail: This 9-mile loop hike features three different vistas with wonderful views that would each be worth hiking to on their own, and each view is in a different direction. For these reasons, Jump Rock is one of the best day hikes in central Virginia. Find a detailed trail guide on hikingupward.com as the directions and trail can be confusing at parts. Fishing: Be sure to have a VA Fishing Permit and review VA fishing laws. Expect to see rainbow and brook trout, smallmouth bass, and carp. Swimming: Hang out in the river then lay out on a rock to catch some rays.
Jackson River
There are two sections of the Jackson River, split by the placement of the Gathright Dam. The lower section of the Jackson is below the Dam and the upper section is above the Dam with the headwaters in Highland County. Access Points: Poor Farm, Muddy Run, Hidden Valley, Gathright Dam, Johnson Spring, Smith Bridge, Indian Draft, Petticoat Junction, Dry Run. Kayaking: For an ~3 hour float put in at Johnson Spring and get out at Smith Bridge. For ~6-7 hour float put in at Johnson Spring and get out at Petticoat Junction. Hiking: Jackson River Scenic Trail: A 14-mile gravel through trail that parallels the Jackson River. There are multiple entry and exit points to make the trail shorter if you’re not up for 14 miles. Trailheads include: Intervale, Petticoat Junction, Smith Bridge and Natural Well.
Falling Springs Falls
Suggesting viewing only! Cross gate at your own risk, it is illegal, tickets have been issued, and police frequent the location on weekends.