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Visit Charlottesville, Virginia: Attractions, Inns, Events and Dining

Charlottesville Golf, Horses, Hiking and Fishing

Whether you like world-class golf, horse events, scenic hiking on the Saunders Monticello Trail, or fishing near scenic Virginia wine country, Charlottesville is the place to be. The nearby Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park make this an outdoor lovers paradise. Try your hand at rock climbing, playing tennis, fly fishing or boating at one of our local lakes. U.S. Bicycle Route 76 attracts cyclists to come enjoy one of the two original cross-country bicycle routes. Be sure to visit the following sporting and outdoor attractions on your next trip to Charlottesville.

Bike MS: Tour de Vine 2011

Join us as we ride through Virginia wine country's most beautiful scenery, all in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bike MS: Tour de Vine starts and finishes at The Park at the University of Virginia with on-site parking, a downhill finish line, and overnight festivities including live music, catered food, and wine tastings from local award winning wineries. Whether you're a novice or enthusiast, we have a route for you! Join us to do your part in creating a world free of multiple sclerosis. Register online with discount code "Welcome5" for $5 off your registration fee!


Meadowcreek Golf

Meadowcreek Golf Course is a cut above most other municipal golf courses, playing to par 70 over 6,050 yards. It can be toughened considerably by tournament pin placements on the unusually large greens. Sporting greens of Penncross bentgrass and Bermuda fairways, this beautiful tract is surrounded by panoramic views of Central Albemarle County. Meadowcreek Golf Course is adorned with large, stately oak trees and flowering Dogwood and Cherry trees.


Old Trail Golf Club

Old Trail Golf Club is a public course located in scenic Crozet, Virginia, offering 18 holes of regulation play on a course reminiscent of Scottish links courses. Just 12 minutes west of Charlottesville, Old Trail Golf Club is characterized by its motto, All Players Welcome. All visitors to the Club receive resort-quality customer service throughout their experience, whether novice golfers or seasoned pros. In addition to daily rates, annual memberships are available for the dedicated player. Elegant event space is also available for your parties, weddings or other private functions. Call 434-823-8101 for tee times or reserve online today, www.OldTrailGolf.com!


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