Montgomery County, Virginia: Close to Home, Far from Ordinary

Where Virginia Tech football fills Lane Stadium and Blue Ridge trails wind through Jefferson National Forest, Montgomery County's twin towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg offer Southwest Virginia at its most vibrant.

Discover the charming towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg. With farmers markets, live music, and outdoor recreation right at your fingertips, it’s so easy to explore in this New River Valley community.

In October, find yourself in mountains full of color as the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange, yellow, maroon, and red. Best enjoyed outside, take a walk at Pandapas Pond in the Jefferson National Forest, bike or stroll down the 15-mile Huckleberry Trail connecting the two towns, or enjoy the views with a glass of wine at Beliveau Farm Winery.

Celebrate autumn at the 35th Annual Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival, ranked in the top five pumpkin patches and corn mazes in the nation. Live music, hayrides, local artisan vendors, and fantastic food await at this must-visit attraction.

Experience tradition with a twist at the Blacksburg and Christiansburg Farmers Markets. Featuring farm-fresh produce and local craft vendors, these markets offer spaces for artists and culinary creatives to shine and showcase their work. Don’t forget to swing by with markets around the towns occurring on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Home to the region’s most diverse selection of restaurants and breweries, choose from a variety of renowned spots to relax and refuel during your stay. We recommend Cabo Fish Taco and Iron Tree Brewing to get you started.

Book your stay! Prefer a relaxing getaway in the mountains? The new Gap Mountain Retreat provides breathtaking views of the New River with accommodation available for families and friends. Stay closer to town at the Oaks Victorian Inn in Christiansburg or the Blacksburg Bed & Breakfast, both within walking distance to downtowns full of life and character.

Take full advantage of your fall getaway in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County. It’s close to home, but far from ordinary.