Abingdon Historic District
Abingdon, VA
A small Appalachian town of brick storefronts, a historic theatre and a well-known Virginia Creeper Trail trailhead. Walk Main Street, then rent a bike for the gentle rail trail through the woods.
Abingdon in southwestern Virginia lies at an elevation of 636 meters (2,087 feet) and is the county seat of Washington County. The settlement began as Black's Fort and was incorporated in 1778; where the name comes from is disputed. The historic town center has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1970 and includes buildings from the late 18th to the mid-20th century. The Barter Theatre, opened in 1933, is the State Theatre of Virginia. The Martha Washington Inn incorporates the house built in 1832 for General Francis Preston.
The Virginia Creeper Trail ends in Abingdon; this converted railroad bed runs 55 km (34.3 miles) to Whitetop Mountain and is open to walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Allow about one to two hours for a stroll along Main Street, and half a day to a full day for a bike ride on the trail.
- Nearest town
- Abingdon, VA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 36.7098, -81.9773
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Laurel Creek RV ParkMotorhome stopover12 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Pond Mountain Hunt CampCampsite19 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictTents
- Bristol Campground & Event ParkingCampsite20 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictTentsCaravans
- Pond Mountain Hunt CampCampsite20 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictTents
- Pond Mountain Hunt CampCampsite22 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictTentsCaravans
- Lakeview RV ParkMotorhome stopover24 mi from Abingdon Historic DistrictMotorhomes
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FAQs
Where is Abingdon Historic District?
Abingdon Historic District is in Abingdon, VA, at GPS 36.7098, -81.9773. It is about 12 mi from Damascus.
Can you camp near Abingdon Historic District?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Jacobs Creek Campground, about 10 mi away; within 25 mi there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Abingdon Historic District?
Places worth a stop nearby: Grayson Highlands State Park (26 mi), Hungry Mother State Park (28 mi), Jonesborough Historic District (40 mi) and Julian Price Park Campground (42 mi).
When is the best time to visit Abingdon Historic District?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)