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The Patrick County

Visitors Center

126 N Main St

Stuart, VA 24171

(276) 693-2005

Patrick County Tourism News

Discover the Mountain Spirit Trail

The quiet hills and hollers of Southwest Virginia were once home to hundreds of moonshine stills. Moonshining was once a vital part of the area’s economy, especially during times of hardship. Families took to creating the illegal drink when money got tight and resources stretched thin. The ingredients needed were readily available and the byproducts…

This website is managed by the Department of Tourism in Patrick County, Va.

It is the mission of the Patrick County Tourism Department to enhance the tourism industry and promote economic growth throughout Patrick County through tourism-related business development, marketing, promotion, education, and activities that contribute to the quality of the Patrick County tourism experience.