Big Walker Lookout, Observation tower in Bland County, United States.
The 100-foot-tall steel structure stands at 3,405 feet elevation on Big Walker Mountain, offering views across five states from its observation platform.
The Kime family constructed the tower in 1947, establishing it as the first private scenic attraction in Virginia near a mountain pass used during Civil War.
The tower hosts weekend events from May through October featuring bluegrass music performances, craft demonstrations, and meetings with regional authors.
Visitors can access the tower daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, with admission fees of 8 dollars for adults and 5 dollars for children over three.
The observation point marks the start of a Virginia Civil War Trails driving tour that details the 1863 Battle of Wytheville.
Location: Bland County
GPS coordinates: 37.04573,-81.22831
Latest update: March 2, 2025 19:52
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