Guidebook for Dryden, Lee and surrounding areas
Entertainment & Activities
Seasonal pool, playground, tractor pulls, horse arena and competitions, ATV trailhead, greenway/walking track, pavilions, fishing, July 4th celebration,picnic area, Christmas Fantasy in Lights, annual county fair, disc golf, tennis, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball
Leeman Field Park
335 Fairground RdSeasonal pool, playground, tractor pulls, horse arena and competitions, ATV trailhead, greenway/walking track, pavilions, fishing, July 4th celebration,picnic area, Christmas Fantasy in Lights, annual county fair, disc golf, tennis, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball
South Fork Powell River
kayak or fish
Dryden Boat Dock
actually it's a jon boat or kayak launch for Powell River
Gap Cave
Wilderness Road Trailreserve guided tour from Cumberland Gap National Historic Park
Chadwell Gap Trail
Axe Handle Distilling
live bluegrass fridays
Carter Family Fold Music Shows
3449 A P Carter HwySightseeing
Sightseeing in our area can offer a lot to see in one hour or one day. Oodles of opportunity to see nature, mountains, valleys, rock formations, hiking, canoeing, historic and relaxing, and don't forget we still have drive-in food in Pennington, Pound and Scott County VA.
Martins Fork Lake
Day trip for a picnic.
Another roadside overlook of the valley below, this one is the south entry to Lee County from 23/58 and an awesome view of the Smokey Mountains beyond. Beautiful sunsets. Foggy sunrises.
Powell Mountain
Another roadside overlook of the valley below, this one is the south entry to Lee County from 23/58 and an awesome view of the Smokey Mountains beyond. Beautiful sunsets. Foggy sunrises.
Duck Pond
Lovely restored mill and pond, great pictures.
Middlesboro
Day trip to the Cumberland Gap, tri-state area, this city was created by a meteor!
Overlooks the Powell Valley from Wise County to Lee County, located on US 23 N about 3 miles North of Big Stone Gap.
Powell Valley Overlook
Lt Hobbs WayOverlooks the Powell Valley from Wise County to Lee County, located on US 23 N about 3 miles North of Big Stone Gap.
overlooking the north fork of Powell River near 7300 N hwy 421, said by some to be carved by Indians, or more likely by wind, this is the town of Pennington Gap logo.
The Great Stone Face
overlooking the north fork of Powell River near 7300 N hwy 421, said by some to be carved by Indians, or more likely by wind, this is the town of Pennington Gap logo.
Iron furnace
Cumberland Gap actually
High Knob Lookout Tower
1256 Spruce Ave NWArts & Culture
Arts and Crafts town adjacent to National Park and gateway to our area's discovery.
32 Einheimische empfehlen
Cumberland Gap
Arts and Crafts town adjacent to National Park and gateway to our area's discovery.
Lincoln Museum, excellent addition to your day trip to Cumberland Gap, learn all about Mr. Lincoln and his desire to educate the Appalachian people.
11 Einheimische empfehlen
Lincoln Memorial University
6965 Cumberland Gap PkwyLincoln Museum, excellent addition to your day trip to Cumberland Gap, learn all about Mr. Lincoln and his desire to educate the Appalachian people.
The Wise area offers shopping, restaurants and college sports. A nice overlook of the Powell Valley awaits at the top of the mountain on the way there. Chic Fillet located on campus.
The University of Virginia's College at Wise
1 College AvenueThe Wise area offers shopping, restaurants and college sports. A nice overlook of the Powell Valley awaits at the top of the mountain on the way there. Chic Fillet located on campus.
Day trip to see how mining has shaped this region. Tour underground mine.
9 Einheimische empfehlen
Kentucky Coal Mining Museum
231 Main StDay trip to see how mining has shaped this region. Tour underground mine.
Historic 1946 theatre has been completely renovated with original terrazzo lobby floors and an awesome state of the art sound system. From local plays to national entertainment and bands, Lee Theatre brings arts to the Appalachians.
Lee Theater
41676 W Morgan AveHistoric 1946 theatre has been completely renovated with original terrazzo lobby floors and an awesome state of the art sound system. From local plays to national entertainment and bands, Lee Theatre brings arts to the Appalachians.
Just opened in 2019, the Daniel Boone Welcome Center has a walk thru tour of Daniel's trek, a lovely view, souvenirs and history.
Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center
371 Technology Trail LnJust opened in 2019, the Daniel Boone Welcome Center has a walk thru tour of Daniel's trek, a lovely view, souvenirs and history.
Trail of the Lonesome Pine
518 Clinton Ave Elongest running outdoor drama
reserve a shuttle bus ride from Cumberland Gap National Historic Park
7 Einheimische empfehlen
Hensley Settlement
Hensley Settlement Bypass Roadreserve a shuttle bus ride from Cumberland Gap National Historic Park
Coal Museum-HW Meador
570 Shawnee Ave Eall about bituminous mining and how our region depended on it
Shopping
Dollar General
238 Harless DriveAbout anything til 10 PM.
Walmart Supercenter
468 Trade Center LnOh, you know!
Appalachian African-American Cultural Center
history and genealogy in a one one room schoolhouse
Essentials
McDonald's
42357 E Morgan AveFood and free wifi.
Large selection, always clean. Deli and wine/beer. Virginia lottery tickets. Also, Family Dollar, El Centanario and Hong Kong Buffet.
8 Einheimische empfehlen
Food City
205 River Bend DrLarge selection, always clean. Deli and wine/beer. Virginia lottery tickets. Also, Family Dollar, El Centanario and Hong Kong Buffet.
Lonesome Pine Hospital
1990 Holton Ave E25 minutes East, emergency room and inpatient care
Lee County Community Hospital
emergency service, med flight
Walgreens
Food Scene
Subway
42134 E Morgan AveAlways good and friendly.
Hardee's
712 E Morgan AveCan't beat the breakfast.
Huddle House
1526 W Morgan Aveany meal, any time.
Awesome lunch buffet and 2 for 1 pizzas, near Walmart. Call-in and pick up available. Love the salad buffet.
6 Einheimische empfehlen
Pizza Plus
112 Fisher RoadAwesome lunch buffet and 2 for 1 pizzas, near Walmart. Call-in and pick up available. Love the salad buffet.
Rooster's Pub
131 Harrell Stlocal favorite
El Centenario Mexican Grill&Bar
205 River Bend DrMexican food
Hong Kong Buffet
927 E North StAsian food
El Castillo
301 Trade Center LnMexican food
Since the 1960's when cruising was the deal, it's a memorable stop for those who grew up here and a great experience. The JUMBO CHEESEBURGER and a banana split in a cup!
Patio Drive-In
43498 Veterans Memorial HwySince the 1960's when cruising was the deal, it's a memorable stop for those who grew up here and a great experience. The JUMBO CHEESEBURGER and a banana split in a cup!
Charly's
Red Flower
take out only
Curklin's
bone in ribeye
Big Cherry Brewing Company
Everything Else
Current publication of the weekly paper, gifts, local and regional author's books, souvenirs of Stone Face, Christian gifts, office supplies.
Powell Valley News And Printing Co.
41798 E Morgan AveCurrent publication of the weekly paper, gifts, local and regional author's books, souvenirs of Stone Face, Christian gifts, office supplies.
United States Postal Service
48354 Veterans Memorial Hwypostage and mail services select hours only
Holston Valley Medical Center
130 W Ravine RdLarger, regional hospital 45 minutes South
National Conservation now a protected area just outside of Jonesville, VA. Also located with our own "natural bridge" rock formation. Call for group tour
The Cedars Natural Area Preserve
National Conservation now a protected area just outside of Jonesville, VA. Also located with our own "natural bridge" rock formation. Call for group tour
Good source of travel information and listings for the area. Download the tourism app from their website
Heart of Appalachia
Good source of travel information and listings for the area. Download the tourism app from their website