Virginia

Bike Virginia Creeper Trail: Nature in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Program No. 11662RJ
Bike the Virginia Creeper Trail — a rail trail through forest and over restored trestles. Learn about ecology and historic towns, and attend a performance at Barter Theatre.

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Sep 15 - Sep 19, 2024
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Sep 15 - Sep 19, 2024
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Apr 14 - Apr 18, 2025
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Sep 22 - Sep 26, 2025
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At a Glance

Ride the beautiful Blue Ridge highlands of Virginia on expert-led bicycle rides to experience rich history and its variety of nature. Bike through cool forests and over high, wooden railroad bridges on the Virginia Creeper Trail, a scenic retired corridor of the Virginia-Carolina Railroad.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Biking 12-20 miles daily on mostly level terrain. Mountain bikes provided. Elevations up to 5,520 feet.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Bike the entire 35-mile Virginia Creeper Trail, plus enjoy a ride on the scenic Mendota Trail.
  • Explore centuries-old architecture and history in the picturesque small town of Abingdon. Now adorned with boutiques, restaurants, and galleries, Abingdon was once an important destination amongst settlers bound for the new American frontier.
  • Enjoy the historic and culturally-rich town of Abingdon, Virginia.

General Notes

The Retreat Difference: This unique, often basic and no-frills experience at a Road Scholar Retreat includes opportunities for light exercise, interaction with the local community, a farm-to-table or locally sourced meal, a live performance or event and a value-priced single room. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
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