Damascus Travel Guide

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Pictured here is a segment of the Virginia Creeper Trail, a 34.3-mile rail-trail stretching from Abingdon, Virginia, to Whitetop, Virginia. According to locals, it has been described as the best mountain bike trail in the east. This trail is open to bikers, hikers, and horseback riders year-round. Appalachia is known for its abundance of opportunities to get outside and actively enjoy its beauty; the Virginia Creeper Trail is just one relatively popular example of this. #appalachianechoes
Pictured here is a segment of the Virginia Creeper Trail, a 34.3-mile rail-trail stretching from Abingdon, Virginia, to Whitetop, Virginia. According to locals, it has been described as the best mountain bike trail in the east. This trail is open to bikers, hikers, and horseback riders year-round. Appalachia is known for its abundance of opportunities to get outside and actively enjoy its beauty; the Virginia Creeper Trail is just one relatively popular example of this. #appalachianechoes
Lots of spots like this on the way down
This image of a mural was taken in downtown Damascus, VA. It depicts a compass rose with the Appalachian Trail logo in the center with words, in a very large font, that read “Trail Town USA. Damascus prides itself for being a crossroads of more than six trails and being a gateway to the Mount Rogers Recreation Area. There is a festival that takes place in spring in this town called Trail Days where various outdoor activities take place. The Appalachian mountains is a place where thousands of hiking trails are located, and hiking is a common activity done by residents with in these mountains, so having an entire town dedicated to the activity is almost to be expected. #appalachianechoes
This photo of the store Hippy Chick Recycled Art was taken in Damascus, VA. The Hippy Chick Recycled Art is a place where the owner sells artwork that has been made from recycled glass and lamps. This image captures the desire to help keep a clean environment that many residents with in Appalachia have. Also, there is this stereotype in Appalachia that if you are not a hillbilly then you must be a hippie with this tree hugger mentality. Within the image there are multiple peace signs further emphasizing the tropes associated with hippie culture. Overall the photo demonstrates that there is still a hippie mentality of peace, love, and conservation present in the Appalachian Mountains. #appalachianechoes

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Damascus Old Mill Inn

Damascus Old Mill Inn

3 out of 5
215 W Imboden St Damascus VA
Stay at this inn in Damascus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Appalachian ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
I can't say enough wonderful things about my stay here. The room was absolutely charming, with a king bed, jacuzzi tub, and a balcony with the spectacular river view. The complimentary breakfast served was a full, real country breakfast and delicious. Every staff member I met was more than gracious, ...

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

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Damascus Old Mill Inn
Wheelers Inn

Wheelers Inn

2 out of 5
203 E Laurel Ave Damascus VA
The price is NZ$160 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$160
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Damascus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hiking/biking on-site. Popular attractions Virginia Creeper Damascus and Adventure Damascus ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Everything was comfortable and clean. Very homey.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Wheelers Inn
Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.

Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.

Damascus VA
The price is NZ$350 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
NZ$350
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Damascus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Triplett Mill and Damascus Town ...
8/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
Excellent location and great communication. Damascus is a beautiful town, don't miss this opportunity!

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.

Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.

Damascus VA
Stay at this holiday home in Damascus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Triplett Mill and Damascus Town ...
8/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
Excellent location and great communication. Damascus is a beautiful town, don't miss this opportunity!

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Cozy little cottage right in the friendly town of Damascus.
The Cabins at Healing Springs

The Cabins at Healing Springs

2 out of 5
1096 E. Healing Springs Road Crumpler NC
Stay at this cabin in Crumpler. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions New River and Landmark Farm Alpacas are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
Very comfortable cabin, kind staff, fun store onsite, and daily trip for healing waters.

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

The Cabins at Healing Springs
Hickory Hill Round House: Indoor POOL, mins from South Holston River, with view

Hickory Hill Round House: Indoor POOL, mins from South Holston River, with view

Bluff City TN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Bluff City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Bristol Caverns and Whitetop Creek ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
The host had great communication and was quick to respond. The house was clean and comfortable and we had a great stay. We really enjoyed the adjustable bed in the master bedroom and the jacuuzi tub and the grill. We werent able to use the indoor pool due to both of us becoming ill during our stay, ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Hickory Hill Round House: Indoor POOL, mins from South Holston River, with view
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Popular places to visit

Camping on the Appalachian Trail at Whitetop Mountain, Virginia at Sunset

Adventure Damascus

Enjoy a stop at Adventure Damascus, an entertaining place to visit in Damascus. Discover the cafes and its theatre scene while you're in the area.

Adventure Damascus

Beartree Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Beartree Lake during your travels in Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Beartree Lake

Damascus Town Park

Explore the great outdoors at Damascus Town Park, a lovely green space in Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Damascus Town Park

Damascus Town Hall

Damascus Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Damascus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Damascus Town Hall

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library is just one of the places to see in Damascus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Damascus Visitor Center and Branch Library

Triplett Mill

You can enjoy retail therapy at Triplett Mill during your stay in Damascus. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Triplett Mill

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