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Ready. Set. Go!
With recreational opportunities so
readily available and the terrain
varied and challenging, it's no surprise
the Alleghany Highlands is home
to a number of outdoor races and
competitions:

TOP:

Gran Fondo Cycling Festival
MAY
The Alleghany Highlands Triathlon
and Middle Mountain Momma
Mountain Biking Event
JUNE
The Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon,
Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
JULY
The Gran Fondo Cycling Festival
AUGUST
The Lake Moomaw One-Mile Open
Water Swim
VISIT
Alleghanyhighlandsblueway.com and
Alleghanyhighlandstrails.com
for more local outdoor adventures.

LEFT:

Horseback riding at Douthat State Park

River Scenic Trail, a 14.4-mile trail that
runs parallel to the Jackson River on
an old railroad bed and is composed of
smooth crushed gravel and suitable for
all walks of life. The trail is truly a sight
to see with its proximity to the natural
beauty of the Jackson River and adds
to the Alleghany Highlands number
of unparalleled options that gives
the region its nickname of "Virginia's
Mountain Playground."

The Blueway
Any conversation about recreation in the
Alleghany Highlands must begin with the
Blueway. Headlined by the gem of the
region, the Jackson River's 30 miles of
navigable waters that flow through the
area are enjoyed by kayakers, canoers and
anglers alike, while the Cowpasture River
in the eastern part of the community
features roughly 10 miles of some of
the most pristine water in the entire

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