Cool Travels
Carroll County, Virginia, is where cool mountain air meets warm traditions. It’s Cooler in the Mountains isn’t just a saying; it’s a way of life. From scenic parkway drives and wandering rivers to Appalachian music and farm-fresh flavors, we share the beauty and spirit of this place in ways that are meaningful, purposeful, and unforgettable.
Check out our Carroll County, VA Things To Do Map Below From our new It’s Cooler In The Mountains Brochure!
Use the map and numbered guide below to discover outdoor adventures, historic sites, local shops, scenic drives, music, food and memorable places throughout Carroll County, VA
Map Guide
Blue Ridge Parkway Access | Fancy Gap, Milepost 199.5
New River Trail State Park
Produce Markets
Places on the Map
Virginia Welcome Center at Lambsburg
Mile Marker 0, I-77, Lambsburg, VA 24351 Get DirectionsFoster Falls, New River Trail State Park
116 Orphanage Drive, Max Meadows, VA 24360 Get DirectionsRuth Springs Picnic Area
Downriver from Byllesby Dam, New River Trail State Park, Ivanhoe, VA 24350 Get DirectionsLake Ridge RV Resort
8736 Double Cabin Road, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsChestnut Creek Waterfall
Two-mile round trip from Dr. Danley Park. Access from Iron Ridge Road or the Chestnut Yard parking area in Galax. Get DirectionsBlue Ridge Country Club
211 Blue Ridge Country Club Lane, Galax, VA 24333 Get DirectionsHarmon's Western Wear & Museum
5122 Carrollton Pike, Woodlawn, VA 24381 Get DirectionsCarroll County Parks & Recreation
Playground, walking trail, splash pad and picnic area. 29 Ballpark Drive, Woodlawn, VA 24381 Get DirectionsBlue Ridge Plateau Regional Visitor Center / SWVA Farmers Market
239 Farmers Market Drive, Hillsville, VA 24343, I-77 Exit 14 Get DirectionsCarroll County Cannery
497 Farmers Market Drive, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsSlaughter's Tree Farms
4863 Floyd Highway North, Floyd, VA Get DirectionsSunny Side Store
2788 Fancy Gap Highway, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsHillsville Diner
525 North Main Street, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsCarroll County Historic Courthouse & Museum
515 North Main Street, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsWilkinson Carter House & Carroll County Creative Arts Center & Gallery
405 North Main Street, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsRed Hill General Store
1035 Sylvatus Highway, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsJ. Sidna Allen House
5935 Fancy Gap Highway, Hillsville, VA 24343 Get DirectionsWelcome to Fancy Gap Sign
Near the rock bridge at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Parkway and U.S. Highway 52. Get DirectionsFancy Gap Country Store
7982 Fancy Gap Highway, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 Get DirectionsDevil's Den Nature Preserve & Trailhead
77 Cemetery Road, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 Get DirectionsGranite Quarry Overlook
Blue Ridge Parkway, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 | Milepost 202.8 Get DirectionsSkyland Lakes Golf Club
49 Skyland Lakes Drive, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 Get DirectionsBlue Ridge Music Center
700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA 24333 Get DirectionsApplewood Music & Dance
13821 Fancy Gap Highway, Cana, VA 24317 Get DirectionsHill's Shoes
13763 Fancy Gap Highway, Cana, VA 24317 Get DirectionsLovill's Creek Lake
Lovill's Creek Lake, Virginia 24317 Get DirectionsKanawha Valley Resort
121 Kanawha Ridge Road, Dugspur, VA 24325 Get DirectionsOlde Mill Golf Resort
2258 Stone Mountain Road, Laurel Fork, VA 24352 Get DirectionsPuckett Cabin
Blue Ridge Parkway, Hillsville, VA 24343 | Milepost 190 Get DirectionsGroundhog Mountain Picnic Area & Lookout Tower
Blue Ridge Parkway, Hillsville, VA 24343 | Milepost 188.8 Get DirectionsScenic Routes
The Crooked Road
U.S. Route 58
Cana Produce Markets
Located along U.S. Route 52 in Cana
Blue Ridge Parkway Access
7860-7946 US-52, Fancy Gap, VA 24328 | Milepost 199.5
LOVE Signs In Carroll County, VA
Follow the LOVE
Each LOVE sign has its own story and is surrounded by unforgettable scenery, local shops and friendly faces.
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Blue Ridge Plateau Visitor Center LOVE
📍 239 Farmers Market Dr.Hillsville, VA 24343
Start your LOVE Trail adventure at the Blue Ridge Plateau Regional Visitor Center, located at the Southwest Virginia Farmers Market.
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2
Historic Downtown Hillsville LOVE
📍 Downtown HillsvilleHillsville, VA 24343
Right in the heart of historic downtown Hillsville. Stroll, shop and enjoy the welcoming charm of the county seat.
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Scenic Route 52 to Fancy Gap LOVE
📍 6997 Fancy Gap HwyFancy Gap, VA 24328
A seasonal LOVE sign that changes its design every so often along Route 52. Enjoy it on your way to the Blue Ridge Parkway access bridge.
View on MapDiscover all the LOVE signs in Carroll County. Perfect photo ops, local charm and mountain views await along the way!
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Hillsville LOVE
Historic Carroll County Courthouse Lawn
Historic Hillsville Main Street, Hillsville, VA 24343
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Fancy Gap LOVE
Next to Foggy Mountain Variety Shoppe
7001 Fancy Gap Highway, Fancy Gap, VA 24328
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Fancy Gap LOVE
Fancy Gap Country Store & Eatery
7982 Fancy Gap Hwy, Fancy Gap, VA 24328
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Fancy Gap LOVE
Fancy Gap Cabins & Campground
202595 Blue Ridge Parkway, Fancy Gap, VA 24328
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Lambsburg LOVE
Virginia Welcome Center at Lambsburg
Mile Marker 0, I-77 Northbound, Lambsburg, VA 24351
Snap a photo at each LOVE sign and share it with us on Instagram using #itscoolerinthemountains or in the Welcome to Carroll County, VA group on Facebook.
Share Your Photos on Instagram Share Your Photos on FacebookBefore you go!
Check the I-77 cameras for a real-time look at your scenic route into Carroll County, and glance at the latest weather report to be sure the mountains are clear and ready to welcome you. As you plan your trip, explore the local events calendar to discover gatherings filled with music, craft, and community spirit.
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