Things to do in Nelson County

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Shenandoah Lake

Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Wintergreen Resort

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Hit the slopes in Wintergreen with a visit to Wintergreen Resort. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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Popular day trips from Nelson County

A wooden mill with a water wheel, surrounded by autumn foliage and a calm river.

Waynesboro

A dense forest with a variety of coniferous trees and a small clearing with grass and a few scattered trees.

Wintergreen

A clear stream with a small waterfall surrounded by dense green forest.

Raphine

A lake reflecting colorful autumn trees, a clear sky, and a hilly landscape.

Lyndhurst

A stone tunnel with moss-covered walls and a rocky hillside.

Nellysford

A river winding through a densely forested landscape with open fields on either side.

Scottsville

A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Lovingston

A mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a valley.

Afton