Location: Meadows of Dan
Top Things to do in Meadows of Dan
The 8 Best Free Things to do in Meadows of Dan, Virginia (VA)
Meadows of Dan is an unincorporated community in Patrick County, Virginia, United States, where the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost 178) crosses U.S. Route 58 (Jeb Stuart Highway). There are numerous country shops, classic houses, and restaurants in the community. It is located near the Patrick/Floyd county line about 20 miles east of Hillsville and about 14 miles northwest of Stuart, Virginia. The community's name is credited to one of its earliest English settlers, James Steptoe Langhorne, and comes from the beautiful meadows that abound near the Dan River which flows through the area. The community's motto as posted on the welcoming sign is "A simpler place in time". Meadows of Dan is located along the Crooked Road, Virginia and the Crooked Road, Virginia's heritage music trail and in the Rocky Knob American Viticultural Area.
Restaurants in Meadows of Dan
1. Mabry Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 485 reviews
Explore the historic Mabry Mill, located on the entire Blue Ridge Parkway. Experience live milling demonstrations, as this gristmill still grinds flour more than a century since its original construction. See the nearby Matthews Cabin, blacksmith shop and interpretive area. National Park Service staff conducts demonstrations on blacksmithing, carding, spinning and basket making. On Sundays throughout the summer, local folk and mountain music performers appear live here. Then visit the Mabry Mill Restaurant & Gift Shop and enjoy a country-style menu. Breakfast is served all day. Lunch and dinner entrees also are featured. Our gift shop features Virginia crafts and foods, as well as a selection of Mabry Mill and Blue Ridge Parkway-inspired clothing, books, music and souvenirs.
Reviewed By R281GIdonw
Mabry Mills is a very special place that reflects on the past and is so peaceful and calming. It was great to visit once again.
2. Nancy's Candy Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By MindyandRogerA - Janesville, United States
Definitely stop here where you will find a VERY LARGE VARIETY of excellent candies! Their large assortment of candies are made at this location, which also serves as the location for shipping throughout the world. There is also an assortment of SUGAR FREE candies! They will offer samples to try. The staff are very friendly & helpful. We also found some sale priced items. The location is along the Blue Ridge Parkway at the junction with Hwy 58. If you have time plan to stop at the nearby, MABRY MILL. This is a fully restored Grist Mill in a scenic park area that often has active demonstrations.
3. Poor Farmer's Market Country Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By jeano32
Located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway (not far from Mabry Mill), this market is well stocked with everything from postcards to books of local interest to cast iron cookware to hoop cheese. Among my purchases was the wonderful book The Man Who Moved a Mountain. It's a great place to purchase produce, country ham, and cheese. Plan on being there a while...lots to see!
4. Fred Clifton Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By glendac213 - Nashville, United States
"Be sure to drive up to this lookout if you are at Lover's Leap, as it gives you an even better view of the valley below.
5. Lovers Leap Scenic Overlook
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By markM3231NF - Meadows of Dan, United States
1 mile on the left from the top of Lover Leap Mountain Route 58 2.5 miles from the bottom on the right. I always feel lucky to live here with this great view unless foggy then you would never know this was here.
6. Mayberry Trading Post
7. Lover's Leap Birdhouses
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
