Montgomery County

Perhaps best known as home to Virginia Tech, Montgomery County and the Towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg offers exceptional access to some of the best outdoor adventure in Virginia!

 

Montgomery County is approximately 40 minutes from the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport and a short distance to surrounding localities in the New River Valley, including; the City of Radford (Radford University); Pulaski County (Claytor Lake State Park); Giles County (Appalachian Trail) and Floyd County (Blue Ridge Parkway). The New River is the namesake for this beautiful region and is one of the natural elements that connects these localities. This State-designated Scenic River flows northward and holds the distinction of being the second oldest river in the world! Many say the best smallmouth bass fishing in the state can be found here.

One should also consider pursing the elusive musky which lurks in the deep pools of the New. These toothy monsters can reach up to 45 lbs. and 50 inches in length! State records for smallmouth bass and musky were both caught in the New River. For a leisurely afternoon of casting, try Pandapas Pond, an 8-acre lake that sits at 2,200 feet in the Jefferson National Forest — easy to reach just off US 460. There are many trails throughout Montgomery County and the surrounding New River Valley. These trails range in difficulty levels from family-friendly to adventure seeking. For those who prefer a pampered wanderlust, look for vibrant nightlife in downtown Blacksburg and plenty of shopping in nearby Christiansburg. There are many lodging, dining, and shopping choices throughout this mountain destination!