Beer & Wine Weekend in Wintergreen, VA
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Beer & Wine Weekend in Wintergreen, VA
Valerie Lamberton
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This itinerary includes winery, brewery, food recommendations, and a hiking trail in the Wintergreen/Afton area of Virginia.
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Day 1
Most Air b n b's in the area require a 3pm or later check in, so I recommend dinner and drinks at Devil's Backbone Brewery.
Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub
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Fire pits, dog friendly, delicious food, beer and distillery onsite. Perfect way to spend several hours!
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Day 2
After coffee and breakfast at home, start your morning off with a short hike in a really cool spot!
Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail
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Roughly a 2.3 mile hike, the trail parallels active CSX tracks and overlooks Rockfish Valley. Despite the light visible at the end of the tunnel, you should come prepared with a flashlight or headlamp as the tunnel is not lit.
The tunnel itself is stunning. Construction began in 1850 using only hand drills, pickaxes, and black powder. The work, done mostly by Irish laborers and enslaved African Americans, was completed in 1858; you can still see the drill holes in the stone. Stretching nearly a mile, it was the longest tunnel in the country at the time and was designated a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1976. It was abandoned during World War II when a new tunnel was bored to accommodate larger trains. In 2007, CSX Transportation donated the tunnel and trail right-of-way to Nelson County. The trail and tunnel were opened to the public in 2020. As you walk along the trail, look for interpretive signage that details its storied past.
Taken directly from TrailLink.com
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After your hike, head over to Blue Mountain Brewery for a delicious lunch and some beers.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Valerie Lamberton
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I'm a high school librarian who loves traveling. When school is not in session, I am out exploring new places and activities. I love paddleboarding, going to the beach, snowboarding, food and wineries and breweries.
When I travel, I like to have a nice balance of bucket list checks- you know - all the touristy stuff, but I also love going off the beaten path and experiencing life like the locals. I want YOU to have those experiences too! I've lived in multiple places in Virginia most of my life, having spend the last 17 years in Fredericksburg, Va, so I am conveniently located close to everything Virginia has to offer.
Follow me on Insta for more travel inspiration! @ventures_and_life_with_val
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Wintergreen, VA, USA
Afton, VA, USA
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Slow Travel
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