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The Top 61 Happiest Mountain Towns in the Blue Ridge
Our quest to have our readers select the happiest towns in the mountains began with a set of criteria applied
April 2, 2026
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Our hikes from February through September included our 18th annual Valentine’s Day visit to Apple Orchard Falls; and several firsts, including Virginia’s Channels and a section of the
The delightfully named town has an equally appealing walking tour.
We visit a collection of the turning wheels and stones that built human history in the mountains.
These classic spots are great for any time of year, and are a
fine-views way to kick off your hiking year.
Plus fine food and entertainment to celebrate an anniversary.
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Walking Winchester in the relentless rain of a soggy spring could not dampen my enthusiasm to see the home of
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Behind Blue Ridge Country
Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes
Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it
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