Whitetop, Virginia is your home base for endless High Country outdoor adventure; take a look!
Hiking, camping, and feral ponies. Check the website for 2025 campground closures.
Grayson Highlands State Park
Rails-To-Trails trail for hikers and bikers. Note: The Whitetop to Damascus portion of the Trail is currently closed due to heavy damage from Hurricane Helene, but Damascus to Abingdon is open and welcoming visitors!
The Virginia Creeper Trail
The “AT” comes through Whitetop, crossing over Whitetop Mountain then on to Elk Garden. Check the AT website for any Trail advisories related to damage from Hurricane Helene.
Appalachian Trail
Drive to the top of the mountain for mind blowing views!
Whitetop Mountain
Go wander in the wilderness!
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area - USDA Forest Service
The Mount Rogers Folklife Center, located at the former Mount Rogers School, hosts a variety of seasonal events open to all. Check their Facebook page for the latest.
Mount Rogers Folklife Center - Facebook
Check out these gravel biking routes that pass through Whitetop.
Gravel Road Maps and Biking Routes - Gravelmap - Gravelmap
Located right in Whitetop, minutes from everything outdoors!
Whitetop Camp
Enjoy a serene stay on a quiet road. Near to everything outdoors here in Whitetop.
Whitetop House on the Creek Vacation Rental · ★4.86 · 3 bedrooms · 4 beds · 1 bath
Cozy cafe, minimart, gas, and Wifi, located in the heart of Whitetop.
Railroad Market & Cafe
Located just a few minutes from Grayson Highlands State Park in the Rugby community, on Hwy. 58/Highlands Parkway. The owner and staff are great people.
Grayson Highlands General Store & Inn
Another excellent place to eat (and gas up) if you are in the area.
Corner Market and Cafe
Located on the Creeper Trail one mile from the Green Cove Station, the Green Cove Collective sells a variety of items you'll need for a day on the Trail. Be sure to confirm the Collective is open before you go.
Green Cove Collective
Popular Merrell Men's Hiking Shoe-Take a Look!
Merrell Men's Moab 3 Wp Hiking Shoe
Popular Merrell Women's Hiking Shoe-Take a Look!
Merrell Women's Moab 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoe
Super Lightweight Day Pack/Water Resistant/Folds Into Itself for Storage
ZOMAKE 20L Ultra Lightweight Hiking Backpack
I like this because of the orange safety clip and the handy holster. Chances are you won't need this, but this is bear country; better safe than sorry.
