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Devil's Bathtub
A naturally smooth swimming hole which is enjoyed by nearby residents on hot summer days.
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Get Hiking!
Scott County’s trails offer the hiker an endless range of options from multi-day backpacking trips down the Chief Benge Scout Trail to half hour jaunts from car to vistas on the Bear Rock Trail.
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SWINGING BRIDGES OF SCOTT COUNTY
With its rolling hills and expansive valleys, a drive through Scott County brings forth visions of simpler times.  Adding to that vision are the numerous swinging bridges that span rivers and creeks throughout the county.
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Music
No visit to Scott County is complete without deep exploration of our musical background.
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We’ve got an awesome lineup of community and county festivals this year 🎉 There’s a tremendous amount of planning and work that go in to these events, and we would love to see you there!
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🎶 This Saturday, April 25th at 7pm, check out this special choral music concert at First Presbyterian Church in Gate City!
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We’re excited for the annual Kids Fishing Day hosted by
Scott County Virginia Sheriffs Office
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Natural Tunnel State Park
! This is such a fun event for the family 🐟 Bring your fishing gear and come check it out!
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Scott County is now seeking corporate/business sponsors for our America250 Celebration on July 3, 2026.
This county-wide event will bring together a full day of family-friendly activities with live music, followed by our nightcap concerts and a fireworks finale—drawing both local residents and visitors from across the region.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels and include brand visibility, VIP access, and on-site presence at one of the largest events our county has hosted.
If your business is looking to align with a high-impact, community-driven event, we invite you to be part of it.
For sponsorship details:
brobertson@scottcountyva.gov
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Revolutionary Market & Community Center: Friday Night Music Nights
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Things to Do in Scott County
Little Stony Falls–Hanging Rock Trailhead
Highlights:  24 foot high waterfall, scenic views of deep gorges, lush cove hardwood forest. Length:  six miles round trip, three miles to the falls. Difficulty:  Moderate Directions to Trailhead:  Take Route 72 north out of Dungannon toward...
High Knob Recreation
Intro Your first thought about the High Knob Recreation Area may be, why aren’t more people here? The highest campground in Southwest Virginia is an excellent place to find cooler temperatures in the summer. But its small size (only 14 campsites are available) and...
Carter Family Fold
The Carter Family Fold and Museum offers families a retreat to bluegrass music. The "Fold," as it is affectionately called, is operated to honor the famous Carter Family --- A.P., Sara, and Maybelle --- pioneers in country music. Today, Saturday concerts highlight the...
Mann Farms
11005 Veteran's Memorial ParkwayFt. Blackmore, Virginia 24250 Open: May thru OctoberDaily: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.276-995-1000A certified Virginia Century Farm Local produce farm selling strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, green beans, corn, and a variety of produce....
Bear Rock Trail
Bear Rock Trail — This short but stunning hike gives you sweeping views across Little Stony Creek Gorge.  Highlights: stunning views, hawks and other raptors Length: 0.5 miles (round trip) Difficulty: easy to moderate Trailhead: To reach the Bear Rock...
Chief Benge Scout Trail
Chief Benge Scout Trail (CBST) is a good overnight backpacking opportunity or hike a section. Things to see and enjoy vary from High Knob overlook, cold mountain lakes, following streams in deep gorges, and Little Stony plunge waterfall. How to get there There are...
Daniel Boone Birding Trail
This trail winds up the opposite side of Powell Mountain from the Kane Gap Trail and then joins the latter trail at Kane Gap.  The Daniel Boone Trail begins on an old gravel road, but then narrows down into a hiking trail that continues for several miles through...
Devil’s Fork Trail Loop
Highlights: rhododendron-lined creek, fossils, natural swimming hole, overnight possibilities Length: 7.2 miles round trip (optional 1.8 additional miles (or more) up one way) Difficulty: difficult Trailhead: From Ft. Blackmore, head north on Rte 619, turning left at...
Guest River Gorge
The Guest River Gorge Trail meanders along 300-million-year-old sandstone cliffs that plunge 400 feet to the pristine waters below. The deep gorge was created as the Guest River, now designated as a state scenic river, tunneled through Stone Mountain on its way toward...
Little Stony Falls
If you're looking for an easy trip, the Little Stony National Recreation Trail in Jefferson National Forest is the perfect alternative to the nearby Devils Fork Loop Trail. Devils Fork Loop is gorgeous, but it includes a strenuous and often wet climb. Little Stony, on...
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Fall is the Perfect time for a Scott County Roadtrip
Sep 26, 2024
With the official arrival of fall, it’s time to plan your Scott County and Southwest Virginia leaf tour. Bark Camp Lake Fall Road Trips Scott County offers numerous fall road trip options.  Here is a personal favorite:...
21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain MusisFest Sept. 1
Aug 20, 2024
On Sunday, September 1st, the 21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival will honor the memory and legacy of Dr. Joseph “Papa Joe” Smiddy. The event is presented by the Cove Ridge Center Foundation. It will be held in the amphitheater at Natural Tunnel...
Regional outfitters provide a variety of services
Jun 4, 2024
Both the Clinch and Holston Rivers, located in Scott County provide local outfitter services for floating and other needs. On a regional level, however, there are several outfitters that cater not only to floating, but also fishing and hunting needs. This list...
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Scott County Tourism
190 Beech St., Suite 201
Gate City, VA. 24251
276-386-6521
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