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Blue Ridge Parkway reopens after damage assessment
Read full article: Blue Ridge Parkway reopens after damage assessmentThe Blue Ridge Parkway is finally back open after Helene - and itโs just in time for peak fall season. At Peaks of Otter, they say the month of October keeps the guests rolling in.
In Your Town: Bedford County draws tourists from across the country with its natural beauty
Read full article: In Your Town: Bedford County draws tourists from across the country with its natural beautyNestled between Roanoke and Lynchburg, Bedford County has nearly doubled its population over the last 20 years.
The Pie Lady refurbishes old pharmacy in Fincastle with help from Black Dog Salvage, opens new shop
Read full article: The Pie Lady refurbishes old pharmacy in Fincastle with help from Black Dog Salvage, opens new shopThe Pie Lady has a new home in the small town with the help of Black Dog Salvage. Ginny Barkett is known as the pie lady and this lady now has a fancy new shop to work out of. Right on the corner of Main Street in Fincastle, the once town pharmacy that has sat empty for years now has new purpose. It was crazy, we were making like hundreds of pies a week, said Will Barkett, The Pie Shoppe chef. Its a unique space in Fincastle they hope will make the small town even more of a destination.
Backpacking with Brooke: Sharp Top Trail
Read full article: Backpacking with Brooke: Sharp Top TrailBEDFORD, Va. โ Sharp Top Trail at Peaks of Otter is a 3 mile out and back hike that is frequented by many in the area! The initial ascend it pretty steep, a sign warns to wear suitable hiking footwear. About midway up, the trail turns pretty rocky, with stone stairs helping out the incline. Alas youโll find yourself with the option to go left to Sharp Top or right to Buzzards Roost. You can climb on top of the rocks to see a nice 360 and look up at the Sharp Top peak as well.
Bedford Wine Trail: Peaks of Otter Winery
Read full article: Bedford Wine Trail: Peaks of Otter WineryROANOKE โ Natalie explores the Bedford Wine Trail. We start our adventure today at Peaks of Otter winery-- see the sights, sounds and tastes that makes this place a unique and beautiful stop on your tour.