Maps -- Southern
 

Travel along and just north of Virginia Hwy. 58 and you'll be in Southern Virginia - once the heart of Virginia's rich tobacco growing region, where the rhythms of life rose and fell with tobacco fortunes. You'll pass through eight counties dotted with lively American main street communities, rich in Revolutionary, Civil War and Civil Rights heritage. Stunning scenic byways and classic country roads will lead you through beautiful State Parks, over our lakes and rivers and to the historic attractions and outdoor recreational opportunities across the region. When you are ready for a little speed, Southern Virginia's raceways and motor sports will keep your heart racing - and returning - for the charm, beauty and truly genuine experience Southern Virginia offers.

There's no wonder Southern Virginia is called Virginia's Racing Region. Home to six speedways and raceways, there's plenty of NASCAR, motor sport, track and boat racing and racing heritage. Come for a day, a weekend, a week or a season!

Southern Virginia's place in Revolutionary, Civil War, and Civil Rights history and heritage is prominent. Many counties and communities house the sites and museums of pivotal Presidents, people and places which changed America forever.

Civil War Trails

African American

Native American

Sites

The outdoors and waterways of Southern Virginia are vast - from hiking, biking, water sports, hunting and fishing, and more! With miles of shoreline to enjoy and miles of scenic byways and lush countryside to meander through, opportunities for outdoor recreation and water sports abound.

National and State Parks in Southern Virginia

The once the bustling, bright leaf tobacco markets transformed these communities, many National Historic Districts, into quaint, fascinating American Main Street communities. Stroll our historic communities and enjoy shopping and antiques, to home-style and eclectic dining.

It's these timeless treasures that we welcome you to explore in beautiful Southern Virginia!
 
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