Lily Ridge Cabin

For you sport climbers and rock climbers, The Boneyard at Grayson Highlands State Park is in this Top 50 list. Lily Ridge Cabin overlooks Grayson Highlands.

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This is the season to make your reservation at Lily Ridge Cabin at the beginning of the Virginia Creeper Trail. Lots of great outdoor and small town things to do while you rest and recharge in temps 10 degrees lower than here!

Beautiful timber frame home with spectacular mountain views. Secluded, fabulous. - Whitetop | Vrbo Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Grayson Highlands State Park, Jefferson National Forest, and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Whitetop Mountain and Landmark Farm Alpacas are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Two full days with my friend Jerry Rende restoring and reposting the locust split rail fence. WOW…that was some hard work for sure…thank you Jerry!

While the Whitetop to Damascus leg of the Virginia Creeper is undergoing restoration, don’t forget the Damascus to Abingdon leg is another great adventure. Also so much in The Mount Rogers NRA including several miles of what is considered to be part of the top 100 miles to hike of the AT. We are right there overlooking that section in Grayson Highlands from our back deck! Just had some of the trees cleared to expand the view. Now is the time to reserve your visit to Lily Ridge Cabin!

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Lots of progress on the restoration of the Virginia Creeper Trail between Whitetop and Damascus. Still a great opportunity to book your reservation at lilyridgecabin.com in Whitetop and explore the section from Damascus to Abingdon…not to mention all around the Grayson Highlands and Mt. Rogers area!

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For our 2025 Guests, The Virginia Creeper Trail is open from Damascus, VA to Abingdon, VA. Due to extensive damage from Hurricane Helene, the section from Whitetop to Damascus is closed until repairs can be made. The link below provides information on repair status. For those who have not been, the open section (17+ miles) also is an excellent experience with outfitters, a winery and historic venues on each end. Why not try something different and book your stay at lilyridgecabin.com

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For our Lily Ridge Cabin past and future guests, here is a link to a post from Grayson County which provides a Helene recovery update. It also includes ways you can help. We are fine compared to so many others in the region and we appreciate your continued support!

Recovering from Helene On September 27, after days of soaking rain, Tropical Storm Helene swept through the mountains of Western NC and Southwest Virginia to devastating effect. Rivers and creeks flooded roads and farms, destroying homes, campgrounds and businesses throughout the southern Appalachian Mountains from Georgi...

Lily Ridge Cabin is open for business and guests. While we had some damage, we faired very well compared to others across the region. The link below is from the Grayson County Visitors site and outlines travel advisory information. Still beautiful heading into fall and The Virginia Creeper Trail is open from Damascus to Abingdon.

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Helene Travel Advisory | Visit Grayson County Virginia "The Mountains are calling and I must go..." -John Muir Grayson County is excited to welcome our essential visitors back to our beautiful region! Visitors

Great news! Virginia Creeper Trail is Open and clear from Damascus to Abingdon and outfitters are shuttle ready. Great time of year for the tour and you will be helping the local tourism businesses get through the Helene situation.

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We are pleased to announce the Virginia Creeper Trail is NOW OPEN, from the Start to the Heart, Abingdon to Damascus.

Let’s reverse the ride! Bike outfitters are providing shuttle services for the Abingdon to Damascus section while the assessment and restoration of the upper trail continues. The Virginia Creeper Trail remains closed under US Forest Service from Whitetop Station to Damascus; there is no access to the Virginia Creeper Trail past Damascus at this time.

Bike through the valleys and rolling hills along the South Fork of the Holston River. The trail between Abingdon and Damascus is a gentle downhill grade suitable for beginners and families. Virginia's finest rail-trail, the Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail, occupies the bed of what was once a rugged mountain railroad connecting the two towns. At its lowest elevation, the trail crosses South Holston Lake on a huge curving trestle.

Parking is available at the Abingdon trailhead, Watauga, Alvarado Station, and the Damascus Town Park. Please avoid using any of the blocked off street parking in downtown Damascus temporarily while recovery efforts are ongoing. Bathrooms are available across from Trestle 1 at the Abingdon trailhead, Alvarado Station, and in Damascus near the caboose.

For over 100 years the Virginia Creeper has been a vital connection between our communities. We are open for business and our trail communities need your continued support. Find lodging, restaurants, and shopping in both Abingdon and Damascus.

We are resilient.
We are rebuilding.
We are OPEN.

The Town of Abingdon and The Town of Damascus welcome you to Southwest Virginia!