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Bedford Recreation Ranges from Appalachian Trail to Ice Skating

Bedford, Virginia has family fun for all ages, from outdoor adventures such as hiking the Appalachian Trail to ice skating.Appalachian Trail and Washington-Jefferson National Forest

Bedford is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, giving residents plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The famous Appalachian Trail runs right by Bedford, through the nearby Washington-Jefferson National Forest. Sights along the trail include a wide variety of wildflowers and wildlife, along with gorgeous... Read More »

Virginia Golfers Can Find Plenty to Love in Bedford County

The official slogan might claim that Virginia is for lovers, but the state is also for golfers. That is evident in Bedford County, which offers a variety of courses for all levels of play, with beautiful scenery thrown in for no extra charge.One of the toughest golf tests in the area can be found at Ivy Hill Golf Club in Forest. The course, which opened in 1971, measures 7,047 yards from the back tees, and can seem even longer because of the hilly terrain. The surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains... Read More »

Peaks of Otter, Bedford, VA

For great views, awesome hikes and plenty of fresh air, head to the "Peaks."From almost any outdoor location in Bedford County, you can look up and see the Peaks of Otter mountainscape, located along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The peaks are surrounded by many trails, ranging from a strenuous 1 1/2-mile trek to the summit of Sharp Top (which offers a 360-degree view of the mountains) to an easy one-mile loop around Abbott Lake. Speaking of the lake, fishing there includes catfish,... Read More »

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Piedmont Eye Center
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