So Much To Do, So Little Time!
Does your idea of vacation sound more like and exhilirating adventure than a relaxing day by the pool? Then come bike, hike, fish, paddle, dance and play with us. Explore the many scenic wonders and natural beauty of the New River Valley. Inn at Riverbend will be your central location as you travel in all directions pursuing varied experiences.
Outdoor Activities
From hiking up the 2 mile trail to the awe inspiring 68 foot Cascade Water Fall, to paddling one of the oldest river's in the world - oddly named the New River, Giles County has more outdoor recreation opportunites than one could possibly do in just a few days vacation.
- Pandapas Pond – (540) 552-4641
Numerous walking, biking and horse paths surround this pond located in the Jefferson National Forest near Blacksburg. - Appalachian Trail – (540) 552-4641
Perhaps the most famous hiking trail in the country passes quietly through Giles County offering spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and abundant wildlife.
Tangent Outfitters – (540) 731-5202
New River’s Edge – (540) 599-8382
New River Outdoor Co –( 540) 921-7438
New River Angler – (540) 921-4407
New River Junction – (540) 639-6633Outfitters and River Recreation
- Tangent Outfitters owner Shawn Hash and his team offer a full service outdoor company with guided fishing, canoe and kayak rentals, mountain bike rental and tours, river snorkeling, river tubing, plus shuttle service. Visit Tangent Outdoors with fly shop, gas and convenience store, outfitters store and Cascades Cafe.
- NROC owners Britt and Leigh Stoudenmire of this full service outdoor company provide canoe, kayak and raft rentals on the New River, cabin rentals, guided New River fishing for trophy smallmouth bass.
- New Rivers Edge owner Paul Moody offers a private retreat on the New River perfect for a family reunion. Enjoy a rustic A-frame timber cabin, and shuttle to the Pembroke boat landing for a canoe, kayak or tube float back to the property. Picnic under the 1500 Sq Ft shelter with grills, tables, lights and a stone fireplace.
- New River Angler head guide and owner Tom “Perch” Maynard will introduce you to fishing for smallmouth bass, muskie and trout i n the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Over 20 years experience on the New River,
- New River Junction provide tubing, camping, and access to fishing.
The River Course – (540) 633-6732
Castle Rock Golf Course – (540) 626-7276Golf Courses
The River Course Offering southwestern Virginia the opportunity to play one of the most beautiful and challenging golf courses in the nation redesigned by renowned golf course architect Pete Dye. Reservation required for tee time.
Castle Rock Golf Course Just 10 minutes away, this course offers spectacular views of Giles County from every challenging tee. Reservation not required mid week for a tee time.
Chateau Morrisette
Villa Appalaccia Winery
AmRhein Wine CellarsFoggy Ridge Cider
Blacksburg Brewing Co.
The Tasting Room
Tastes and Tours
Although it's not Napa Valley, this area offers an impressive grouping of local wineries and breweries with tasty varietals and friendly vintners. Take some time to see these beautiful vineyards and enjoy a wine tasting or tour.
Sample wine, cider and mead from five local wineries in one location at The Tasting Room in downtown Floyd, VA.
Narrows Gift Shop & Art Gallery (540) 726-3022
Miller Off Main Street Galleries (540) 552-6969
Stafford Artglass Studio and Gallery (540) 577-0122
Steve’s Woodworking (540) 921-0197
Main Lee Art (540) 961-0754
Tuckwiller Gallery (540) 552-2630
Studios On The Square (540) 345-4076
Lyric Theater (540) 951-4771
Taubman Museum Of Art (540) 342-5798
Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley (540) 980-7363Arts, Music, Film and Theater
For those who love to browse the unique shops of small towns looking for something different to take home to remember the trip, our sidewalks are lined with art, music, antiques, clothing and decor shops.
Downtown Blacksburg offers a large variety of one-of-a-kind shops that appeal to organic, natural and green conscience lover as well as the Virginia Tech Hokie fan.
Look for the "Round the Mountain" and "Crooked Road" signs in various shops and restaurants to view local art and hear the sounds of our talented local musicians as they often play live.
Narrows Gift Shop & Art Gallery - The inviting shop showcases an extensive variety of quality handcrafted items including jewelry, furniture, paintings, wood turnings, digital art, candles, knit apparel, soaps, stained and blown glass, books, lotions, purses, wall decor, sculpture, baskets, note cards, quilts, Appalachian, coal, local history, and more.
Giles County Historical Society (540) 921-1050
Smithfield Plantation (540) 231-3947
Wolf Creek Indian Village (276) 688.3438Historical and Cultural
The Andrew Johnston house, being built in 1829, is believed to be the
oldest brick home in Giles County and houses The Giles County
Historical Society .Historic Smithfield Plantation on Virginia Tech Campus is open for tours by costumed interpreters.
Step back nearly 800 years in time and visit the Wolf Creek Indian Village and Museum in Bastian, Virginia.
