Lexington
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Lexington
Locals say Rockbridge Area · “Rockbridge”, “The Valley”
Where mountain ridges cradle a storied valley.
VMI Keydets crimson redWashington and Lee Generals navy blueBlue Ridge mountain green
Welcome to the Rockbridge Area, where the Blue Ridge meets the Maury River and history lives on every corner. Whether you're here for the colleges, the mountains, or the small-town charm, you'll find a community that's proud of its heritage and ready to share it. Come on in and make yourself at home.
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Things to do
- Natural Bridge State Park 215-foot limestone arch and scenic trails.
- Virginia Military Institute (VMI) Founded 1839, famous for its cadet barracks and history.
- Washington and Lee University Named for George Washington and Robert E. Lee, with a beautiful campus.
- Lexington Historic District 19th-century architecture and charming downtown shops.
- Maury River Flows through the area, popular for kayaking and fishing.
- Blue Ridge Parkway Scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Mountains.
- Outdoors Hike the Appalachian Trail
- Outdoors Kayak the Maury River
- With kids Visit Natural Bridge State Park
- With kids Tour the VMI Museum
- Evenings local brewery taprooms
- Evenings college-town pubs
- Locals love mountain hiking trails
- Locals love river swimming holes
Through the year
- Rockbridge County Fair August County fair with livestock, rides, and local food.
- Buena Vista Riverfest Summer Summer festival along the Maury River with music and vendors.
- Lexington Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks July Independence Day celebration with a parade and fireworks.
- Lexington Halloween Parade October One of the largest Halloween parades in the region.
- Lexington Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through historic downtown.
Four distinct seasons with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Spring and fall are the most pleasant times to be outdoors. Best: Spring and fall offer mild temperatures and beautiful foliage.
Talk like a local
- “the Maury”
- The Maury River
- “the Parkway”
- The Blue Ridge Parkway
- “the 'Bridge”
- The Rockbridge area
Getaways
- Alleghany Highlands Explore the mountains of Alleghany and Bath counties.
- Lynchburg Visit the historic city with museums and the James River.
- Staunton See the American Shakespeare Center and historic downtown.
- Roanoke Discover the Roanoke Star, museums, and the Blue Ridge.
Local flavour
Teams
- VMI Keydets NCAA Division I
- Washington and Lee Generals NCAA Division III
- Southern Virginia Knights NCAA Division III
Also rooting for Virginia Cavaliers, Virginia Tech Hokies
Eat and drink
- Country ham biscuits A staple of Shenandoah Valley breakfasts and church suppers
- Apple butter Slow-cooked in copper kettles at local orchards and fall festivals
- Virginia peanuts Boiled or roasted, a common roadside and farmers-market treat
- Sweet tea The default drink at diners and barbecue spots across the valley
Where people go
- Natural Bridge A 215-foot limestone arch and state park, long a symbol of the region's natural wonder
- Blue Ridge Mountains Ridges and trails that define the horizon and offer hiking, fishing, and solitude
- Maury River A winding river popular for kayaking, fishing, and tubing
- Historic college campuses The VMI barracks and W&L's colonnade are architectural anchors of Lexington
- Small-town main streets Downtown Lexington and Buena Vista offer brick sidewalks, independent shops, and diners
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Nearby
Every areaAlleghany HighlandsVirginiaMountain air, small-town heart.LynchburgVirginiaA hilltop haven where the Blue Ridge meets the James.StauntonVirginiaA valley of history, apples, and mountain air.RoanokeVirginiaWhere the mountains meet the starGreenbrier ValleyWest VirginiaWhere the mountains meet the river.CharlottesvilleVirginiaA small city with a big spirit, nestled in the Blue Ridge.HarrisonburgVirginiaThe heart of the Shenandoah ValleyBlacksburg–ChristiansburgVirginiaWhere the mountains meet the Hokie spirit.
Rockbridge County, Lexington city and Buena Vista city, VA. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.