Outdoor Activities - LYH – Lynchburg Tourism

Get outside and see why Lynchburg is known for its natural beauty. Hike wooded trails, paddle the James River, or simply take in the views from one of our many parks and overlooks. Whether you’re here for adventure, discovering our 40 miles of urban trails or just some fresh air, the outdoors is always within easy reach.

Peaks of Otter

The Peaks of Otter – Sharp Top, Flat Top, and Harkening Hill – have dominated the view in this region of Virginia for centuries, first attracting the attention of Native […]

Blackwater Creek Trail & Bikeway

The Blackwater Creek Trail is one of the most popular trails in the City of Lynchburg. Following the winding Blackwater Creek and built on an abandoned railway bed, this 3-mile […]

Percival’s Island Natural Area

Percival’s Island is a familiar landmark in downtown Lynchburg. Visitors may see herons, migrating waterfowl, and many native plants and animals as they follow the paved trail, which bisects the […]

Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre

Ever wondered if there was a way to ski and snowboard year round? Located in Lynchburg Virginia, Liberty Snowflex allows you to ski and snowboard any season of the year! […]

Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance

America’s most scenic drive extends 470 miles linking Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. Lynchburg is only 30 minutes from a beautiful drive to see the spectacular mountain vistas […]

Holliday Lake State Park & Campground

Deep in the heart of Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, Holliday Lake State Park is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. Fishing for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill is a popular activity […]

The Bluffwalk

The Bluffwalk is a pedestrian walkway providing views of the James River and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance. Located between Jefferson and Commerce Streets, a stroll along the […]

Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest

Just a short ten-minute drive to the west of Lynchburg, Poplar Forest is Thomas Jefferson’s secluded retreat, now a National Historic Landmark. A mature and innovative architectural masterpiece, Jefferson designed […]

James River Adventures

James River Adventures offers opportunities for exploring and enjoying the scenic James by canoe, kayak, or historic batteau! Anchored at Riveredge Park in Madison Heights, JRA offers river trip options […]

Natural Bridge State Park

An easy and beautiful forty-five minute drive, Natural Bridge, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, a historic Virginia Landmark and a National Historic Landmark, is located one […]

LOVE Sculpture

Through a collaborative funding effort with Virginia Tourism Corporation, Lynchburg Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau, the City of Lynchburg, and donated time and materials by local artist Paul Clements, the […]

Historic District Walking Tour

By foot or by car, Lynchburg’s seven historic districts are a must-see. These prosperous neighborhoods sprang up in Lynchburg during the 19th Century when tobacco tycoons, doctors, and attorneys made […]