Virginia's Explore Park, County park in Roanoke County, United States.
Virginia's Explore Park is a county park in Roanoke County set across forested hills with access to the river and views toward the Blue Ridge region. The grounds hold over 20 historic buildings that were moved here from other locations, along with trails, overnight accommodations, and outdoor activity areas.
Virginia bought this land in 1988, a few years after the state created the Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority to develop public recreation areas. The site was later shaped into a park that brought together relocated historic buildings and outdoor facilities.
The Mountain Union Church and Brugh Tavern are two old structures that were taken apart and rebuilt on the park grounds. Stepping inside them gives a clear sense of how people in this part of Virginia once built and lived.
The park is reached via the Blue Ridge Parkway and offers cabins, yurts, and campsites for those who want to stay overnight. The terrain is hilly and uneven in places, so sturdy footwear makes the visit more comfortable.
Tree Top Quest, the aerial adventure course on the grounds, welcomes children from age 4, which is unusually young for this type of activity. This means families with small children can take part in rope challenges and zip-lines together, rather than waiting on the sidelines.
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