Late Summer, Taken Slowly
Written by Mara Bell, Blue Ridge County Visitor & Cultural Office August in Blue Ridge County is best experienced without a crowded itinerary. Begin beside the river, leave time for an unplanned stop, and let the longer road determine where the day takes you. Early morning brings the quietest hours along the Little Laurel River. […]
Summer, Slowly
Follow shaded river paths, discover quiet local stops, and enjoy Blue Ridge County at its most relaxed.
The Makers Bringing New Life to Millstone
Inside the studios independent businesses transforming historic textile buildings without erasing their past.
A Morning at Cedar Hollow’s Farm Stands
Meet the growers behind the county’s orchards and discover what is being harvested, baked, and served this season.
Five Quiet Trails Beyond Juniper Falls
Walk beyond the county’s best-known waterfall to find shaded paths, river overlooks, and quieter woodland routes.
A County Calendar Built by Its Communities
From summer music evenings to harvest tables, these annual gatherings reveal how Blue Ridge celebrates together.
Why Courthouse Square Still Matters
More than a historic landmark, the square remains a place for everyday errands, conversations, markets, and community life.
Shaped by Clay and Place
Ceramic artist Elena Marquez shares why she returned to Blue Ridge County and opened her studio inside a restored mill.
Take the Longer Road Through Cedar Hollow
A slower driving route through working farms, historic churches, orchards, and some of the county’s most peaceful scenery.
How to Visit the Blue Ridge Thoughtfully
Simple guidance for protecting trails, respecting wildlife, avoiding busy periods and you found it.