Natural Roots Farm Guidebook
Sightseeing
Hiking South River Falls and Pocosin Mission — The circuit is 8.5 miles; total climb is about 1830 feet; time required is approximately 7 hours, 30 minutes. It’s a long hike which includes ruins, a cemetery and the falls. The hiking route is easy to reach via a 1 1/4 mile hike from the South River Picnic Area just north of the Rt. 33, at milepost 62.8 on the Skyline Drive There is a $15.00 per car fee to enter the Shenandoah National Park. During the winter months the fee is $10.00 per car. You can get a 6-day pass if you plan on returning to the hiking area more than once in a week. Stop by the Greene County Visitor Center for a hiking brochure which includes a hiking map and details of the trail. The Visitor Center is located at 8315 Seminole Trail (Rte 29 South) in Ruckersville (next to the Blue Ridge Cafe).
15 locals recommend
South River Falls Trail
Hiking South River Falls and Pocosin Mission — The circuit is 8.5 miles; total climb is about 1830 feet; time required is approximately 7 hours, 30 minutes. It’s a long hike which includes ruins, a cemetery and the falls. The hiking route is easy to reach via a 1 1/4 mile hike from the South River Picnic Area just north of the Rt. 33, at milepost 62.8 on the Skyline Drive There is a $15.00 per car fee to enter the Shenandoah National Park. During the winter months the fee is $10.00 per car. You can get a 6-day pass if you plan on returning to the hiking area more than once in a week. Stop by the Greene County Visitor Center for a hiking brochure which includes a hiking map and details of the trail. The Visitor Center is located at 8315 Seminole Trail (Rte 29 South) in Ruckersville (next to the Blue Ridge Cafe).
James Madison's Montpelier
11350 Constitution HwyBearfence Mountain Trailhead
Skyline DriveGrand Caverns
5 Grand Cavern RdDark Hollow Falls Trailhead
Dark Hollow Falls TrailIn Shenandoah National Park
Food scene
Though its a little bit of a drive from the farm, it is definitely one of our favorite places to eat!
31 locals recommend
Timberwood Grill
3311 Worth CrossingThough its a little bit of a drive from the farm, it is definitely one of our favorite places to eat!
Barbeque Exchange
102 Martinsburg AveBEST. BBQ. EVER.
Lydia Mountain Pavilion
426 Mountain Laurel PassThe Bearrr Appetit Restaurant at Lydia Mountain is simply delicious!
The 106 Sandwich Pub
14971 Spotswood TrailTake out only
Shopping
Blue Ridge Pottery is high fired stoneware, a hard and durable pottery. It is lead-free and safe for use with all foods. Stoneware is Dishwasher, Oven, and Microwave Safe.
Handmade pottery, open all year, studio tours, online gift shop and pottery classes
Monday - Sunday from 8:00am - 8:00pm
10 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Pottery
9 Golden Horseshoe RdBlue Ridge Pottery is high fired stoneware, a hard and durable pottery. It is lead-free and safe for use with all foods. Stoneware is Dishwasher, Oven, and Microwave Safe.
Handmade pottery, open all year, studio tours, online gift shop and pottery classes
Monday - Sunday from 8:00am - 8:00pm
Vineyards
Horton Vineyards
6399 Spotswood TrailAmazing local wines
Early Mountain Vineyards
6109 Wolftown-Hood RdLovely local wine selections
Stone Mountain Vineyards
1376 Wyatt Mountain RdWinter Sports
Massanutten Resort
1822 Resort DrSki Resort