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Afton Mountain Vineyards view
Winery

Afton Mountain Vineyards

234 Vineyard Ln

A boutique mountain winery perched on the eastern face of Afton Mountain with sweeping views of the Shenandoah Valley. Award-winning Viognier and Chardonnay, weekend tastings, and an exceptional picnic lawn.

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Cidery & Taproom

Bold Rock Cidery

1020 Rockfish Valley Hwy

The Blue Ridge's premier hard cider producer, set in a stunning barn overlooking the Rockfish Valley. Seasonal ciders made from Virginia apples, live music weekends, and one of the most relaxed taprooms in the region.

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Natural Attraction

Crabtree Falls

Crabtree Falls Hwy

The highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River — a 1,200-foot series of five cascades along a well-maintained trail through old-growth forest. One of the most visited natural sites in the Blue Ridge.

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Hiking Trail

Humpback Rocks — Appalachian Trail

Blue Ridge Pkwy MP 5.8

One of the most accessible and rewarding hikes in the Virginia Blue Ridge — a 2-mile round trip to an exposed rock outcrop with 360-degree views from Waynesboro to Charlottesville. Heavily trafficked at sunrise.

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Food & Drink

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Nelson County

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Nelson County

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