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Dickenson County was formed in 1880 and is the youngest county in the state of Virginia known as Virginia's Baby. It was named after William J.
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For information and maps on the county, and to tour the Dr. Phipps family medical museum stop by the Dickenson County Chamber's Visitors Center in Clintwood, VA Dickenson a State Legislator from Russell County. There are three towns in the county: Haysi, Clinchco and Clintwood. A new consolidated high school and middle school are being built on Rose Ridge with plans of opening in 2015 called Ridge

view. Dickenson County, located in Southwest Virginia, is known for its beautiful scenic mountains, valleys, rivers, streams and abundance of wild life. The Breaks Interstate Park, one of two interstate parks in the United States is one of our top tourism attractions. Dr. Ralph Stanley's museum is located in the Town of Clintwood and is a main venue on The Crooked Road, Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. For a healthy vacation, there are lots of hiking trails, with one just opening recently called The Cranesnest Trail, located near the Cranesnest River for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Kayaking is a favorite during the first four weekends in October when white water releases from the John Flannagan Dam are done. Birch K**b Tower with a view of 5 states shows the breathtaking beauty of our mountains. The Cumberland Mountain Drive across Virginia Scenic Rt. 611 takes you back in time. Beautiful mountain views, wildlife, springs coming out of the mountain with sparkling water, and many different species of birds along the way. Stop by the Visitor's Center in Clintwood to pick up maps and brochures of many places to visit in Dickenson County. contact Rita Surratt, Tourism Director for more information at 276-926-6074.

08/06/2024

So great to see the accomplishments in tourism across our region. Always happy to see my tourism friends and spend some time with them. 5th SWVA Tourism Summit!

07/31/2024

If you have an event you would like posted on the www.visitdickensoncounty.com calendar, let me know and we will get it posted as soon as possible. Check out the website and if you prefer, you can submit your own event on the website.

Unveil Tranquil Beauty and Rich Heritage Nestled in the heart of southwestern Virginia, Dickenson County invites you to embark on a journey of discovery, where rolling hills, serene rivers, and lush forests create a haven for nature enthusiasts and seekers of tranquility. Immerse yourself in the ech...

07/31/2024

Thank you Delegate Will Morefield for all you do for our region and the Commonwealth. You are one of our top supporters for Dickenson County!!!

07/24/2024

07/24/2024

Please share with your family and friends!
It's going to be a great time in Haysi!!

& John

07/21/2024

Sometimes all you can say is “wow”

07/21/2024

Thank you Terra from Indiana!!! This is the kind of messages that make us smile!! We appreciate your kind words and hope you come back and visit us again. ❤

To: Dickenson County Chamber/Tourism-
I just wanted to say I loved visiting Dickenson county va and can't wait to come back and thank you all so much for being so kind and helpful to my family! Terra

07/19/2024

Thanks so much Cassie McAmis for doing this sign for us to put back up at the turnoff on Rt. 611 to Birch K**b Tower. It has directions (arrows) on both sides so hopefully, no one else will get lost trying to find the tower.

Unfortunately, the previous sign was destroyed when hit by a vehicle, so we will be happy to get this one installed. Larry Barton and I had this at the top of our tourism list to get done as soon as possible.

Rita Surratt
Dickenson County Tourism Director
276-365-5084

07/18/2024

New date for the Freddie Surratt Memorial Motorcycle Ride. It will be August 10th. Riders will be meeting at Clintwood Lumber Supply in Clintwood.

07/17/2024

07/16/2024

Thank you so much Virginia Energy "Virginia Gas and Oil Board" for the beautiful plaque. I have enjoyed the past 12 years serving on this board and feel I have learned so many new things. I also appreciate the nice message from Governor Glen Youngkin and Secretary of the Commonwealth, Kelly Gee, thanking me for my service. I will miss everyone and wish you the very best!! 💕

07/16/2024

The following Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) grant programs are now open. Information about the programs, including eligibility, funding tiers, and application instructions can be found on www.vatc.org/grants. Please read over program terms and conditions before applying.

Programs opening today, July 16th include:

Virginia Tourism Corporation Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program (MMLP)
This program is open to small, tourism-oriented businesses of 20 or fewer employees, as well as Chambers of Commerce, DMO’s, and downtown development organizations focused on small business development. Applicants can apply for up to $5,000 or $10,000 depending on eligibility.
The deadline for MMLP is Thursday, August 22nd, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The application can be found on the right-hand sidebar at https://vatc.org/grants/mmlp/

Virginia Tourism Corporation Special Events & Festivals Program
This program is for calendar-year 2025 events with an attendance of at least 500 people. Please check program terms and conditions for additional eligibility questions.
The deadline for MMLP is Thursday, September 26th, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The application can be found on the right-hand sidebar at https://vatc.org/grants/virginia-special-events-festivals-program/
***Please note, there will be no spring 2025 round for SEF. The following SEF round will occur in Summer 2025 for calendar-year 2026 events.
Additional information for the VTC Merchandising Program can be found at https://vatc.org/about/merchandise/

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07/16/2024

Check out the event page on www.visitdickensoncounty.com
I have been posting a lot of upcoming events the past few days. If you have an event you would like to see posted, just send me a message or you can post your own event if you like.

07/15/2024

If anyone has an event scheduled for the upcoming months, please let me know so I can get them posted on the www.visitdickensoncounty.com website or you are able to submit your own event on the calendar if you want. Check it out!🙂

07/14/2024

With Breaks Interstate Park – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

07/13/2024

Happy to see another one of our recent marketing initiatives in Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine. Check out the latest copy! Thanks VTC❤️

For more information, call me at 276-926-6074- Rita Surratt, Tourism Director, Dickenson County. www.visitdickensoncounty.com Breaks Interstate Park Spearhead - Southwest Regional Recreation Authority Heart of Appalachia

07/13/2024

Soaring through the skies at The Breaks Interstate Park, also known as the Grand Canyon of the South! 🌲✨ Feel the rush on over 2,300 feet of ziplines while taking in breathtaking canyon views. The expert guides ensure a safe and thrilling adventure. Meet us at the Canyon Rim Zipline Office behind the Dogwood Lodge and book your spot online! Have you experienced the Breaks or gone ziplining? Share your stories!

07/13/2024

Discover summer adventures in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Clintwood, VA! 🏞️ Explore the natural beauty of Breaks Interstate Park, known as the “Grand Canyon of the South,” just a short drive away. Dive into the region’s musical heritage at the nearby Ralph Stanley Museum, a must-visit for bluegrass enthusiasts.

07/11/2024

As the Tourism Director for Dickenson County, I want to report that the Tourism Department in Dickenson County has been working hard in promoting the county. Larry Barton and I just closed out our VTC Grant funding from "Thrills from the Hollers to the Hills" and with that you will be seeing 5 new billboards going up in promoting some of our great events in the county. We have a 1/4 page ad that just came out in this issue of Virginia Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, 1/2 page ad coming out in Virginia Living, Guest Quest Ads ( where we sent out around 1,000 brochures last year from requests). We are doing ads in NC, VA and TN/KY so reaching out to a lot of folks who want to visit here. We have a new video featuring "Hiking in the Breaks Park", and out of this grant funding, thanks to Virginia Tourism Corporation for always being there for us, we did new Dickenson County Tourism Brochures, we are doing digital ads with Leisure Media, placing our new brochure in several Virginia Welcome Centers. From Austin Bradley's report for our closing grant showing a 19.5% increase in overnight lodging revenue at the Breaks Park during the period of this grant, he says, “I believe that the extra marketing done on the park’s behalf by Dickenson County Tourism contributed to this increase”. This is the thing we love to hear and for everyone to know we work hard for our county. We also did a lot of marketing for Spearhead Trails and Steve Pike remarked that they saw an increase of 13% increase from permit sales during the grant period.

By the way, when you come down Indian Creek Mountain, check out our 1st Billboard featuring "John Berry" who will be performing at the Jettie Baker Center on Sunday, July 28th. We were happy to promote the Jettie Baker Center and Town of Clintwood.

If you have any questions please call me at 276-926-6074 or email [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!!

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