Things to Do

Things To Do Page

Roanoke County offers a variety of outdoor recreation venues, community events, and indoor activities for all ages and abilities. Use the links below to discover some of the opportunities available in our community and visit our Visitors web page to learn more about what makes Roanoke County a special place to live, work and play.

Explore Park

ExploreParkLogo-Color Opens in new windowExplore Park is where adventure begins! Soar through the trees on the Treetop Quest aerial adventure course, featuring zip-lines and challenge obstacles for ages four and up. Stay overnight in a cabin, yurt, or primitive campsite. Spend the day on our hiking or mountain bike trails. Enjoy a craft beer or Virginia wine and cider at Twin Creeks Brewpub. Stop inside our visitor center to browse our gift shop featuring artisan crafts and parkway memorabilia. Learn more about Explore Park's amenities and features below.

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Opens in new windowFeaturing community events, summer camps, athletics programs for youth and adults, therapeutic recreation services, and recreation classes and programs for all ages. Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism also operates and offers public programs at its facilities. For more information, see current programs and schedules at the Parks, Recreation and Tourism facilities below:

McAfee Knob

McAfee Knob by ksteryous FlickerMcAfee Knob is one of the most photographed sites along the Appalachian Trail. The knob features a 270-degree panoramic view of the Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the west, Tinker Cliffs to the north, and the Roanoke Valley to the east. Learn more about the hike to McAfee Knob below.


Roanoke County Public Libraries

Library

Roanoke County's Public Library system "Meets You At You Wonder" at six local branches. Modern libraries offer more than just books, and visitors can find a range of media, programs, and events dedicated to helping patrons explore their interests and education. See more information about current programs on the Roanoke County Public Library website.

Roanoke Outside

Roanoke Outside Opens in new windowYour one-stop site for finding outdoor recreation in the Roanoke Valley, from trails to mountain biking, and all the outdoor fun in between. Roanoke Outside highlights local outdoor events, recreational opportunities, and features a great list of outfitters for all your outdoor gear needs. See everything our region has to offer at Roanoke Outside.

Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge

ViVisit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Opens in new windowsit Virginia's Blue Ridge is dedicated to promoting the greater Roanoke Valley to visitors from across the region and throughout the nation. This website highlights restaurants and fine dining, hotels and lodging options, and a comprehensive list of cultural events and attractions only found in Virginia's Blue Ridge. #BeATrailsetter. See VisitVBR.com for more information.