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We are thinking of our neighbors in SWVA and are grateful for the first responders and organizations that are providing assistance. Virginia's Blue Ridge region (Cities of Roanoke & Salem and Counties of Botetourt, Franklin, & Roanoke) was fortunate to sustain minimal damage from the storm and our local businesses are open and ready to welcome visitors. Learn More
Virginia State Route 311 winds its way from the City of Salem through the mountains of Craig County for a wonderful drive in Virginia's Blue Ridge. A drive on Route 311 offers travelers the opportunity to see the wonderful views from Catawba Mountain, hike a portion of the Appalachian Trail at McAfee Knob, enjoy a delicious, Southern meal at The Homeplace, and discover the charm of Craig County.It's 22 miles between the City of Salem and the town of New Castle in Craig County but this stretch of road offers a number of great activities along the way. The easiest way to get to Virginia State Route 311 is by taking Exit 140 from Interstate 81.
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Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge is committed to cultivating an atmosphere that welcomes and celebrates the unique backgrounds, abilities, passions, and perspectives of our vibrant community. As our region’s only destination marketing organization, we have a responsibility to showcase the best the Roanoke Region has to offer, and those assets and strengths come in varied forms. We embrace differences in race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, language, visible and invisible disabilities, and all the intersecting identities that make Virginians and visitors alike so unique. We believe our differences make us stronger– and better.