Roanake Valley is a popular base for vacationers thanks to its art scene, fantastic shopping options and culinary escapades. Unmissable is the 469 mile-long Blue Ridge Parkway, the most-visited scenic drive in the National Park System. Botetourt County's claim to fame is its back-roads, wineries, rivers and trails. From here, hikers head to the Appalachian Trail and the TransAmerica Trail.
Paddlers and swimmers can marvel at the might of the James River at the Upper James River Water Trail. Pearson's Falls near Tryon is a lovely spot for picnics amidst rich biodiversity.