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The Top 18 Attractions in Bedford County

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Bedford County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Bedford County is a region where 18

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 20, 2025

Sharp Top Mountain

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The view from the top is worth all the effort of the ascent.

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Onion Mountain Overlook

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At 3,145 feet, Onion Mountain Overlook towers over the foothill peaks it views over. It's located at Milepost 79.7 on the Blue Ridge Parkway and attracts a lot of visitors …

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Flat Top Mountain Summit

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There technically isn't a set "summit" on Flat Top Mountain, but there are a few rocky outcrops that offer viewpoints of the surrounding area and the other nearby Peaks of …

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Peaks of Otter Lodge

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If your budget allows, this would be the place to spent a day and relax.
Lovely setting on the lake surrounded by three mountain peaks, all accessible by hiking trails. …

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Thunder Ridge Overlook

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One of the more unique overlooks on the parkway in this part of Virginia, Thunder Ridge Overlook can be found at Milepost 74 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It peers …

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Johnson Farmhouse

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A farmhouse as it looked at the beginning of the 20th century. Very picturesque, but also remote. It can be reached by a moderately uphill path about a kilometer from …

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Crossing the James River

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The Blue Ridge Parkway crosses over the James River here via a bridge. There are some trails and parking areas here near the river, making this a great starting/stopping point or a resupply location.

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Abbott Lake

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Abbott Lake is a 24-acre reservoir right off the side of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The lake offers options for fishing, hiking, and a number of other recreational activities. If …

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Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

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Poplar Forest was designed by Thomas Jefferson, Founding Father and third U.S. president, at the beginning of the 19th century. He used the plantation and house as a private retreat …

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Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

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Poplar Forest was designed by Thomas Jefferson, Founding Father and third U.S. president, at the beginning of the 19th century. He used the plantation and house as a private retreat …

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