Feature Image: Along the 64 miles of the Upper James River and 10 miles of the Maury River, a 59-mile stretch of the James River was recently designated a Virginia Scenic River. After a day on the river, enjoy a refreshing craft brew at one of the breweries along the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail.  Photo by Sam Dean.

A WEEKEND IN…

Lexington & Rockbridge County, Virginia

As the southern gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, Rockbridge County, Va. is easily accessible to 100,000 acres of public forests, parks, and rivers where outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels can hike, bike, paddle, and camp. In the college towns of Lexington and Buena Vista, visitors can enjoy the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, food and spirits scene, and historic sites.As the southern gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, Rockbridge County, VA is easily accessible to 100,000 acres of public forests, parks, and rivers where outdoor