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Boyce · Clarke County
Boyce with Kids
Big nature and wildlife experiences anchored by Blandy and Blue Ridge Wildlife Center. Dinosaurs, goat snuggles, orchards, wildlife, river days, and mountain adventures in Virginia’s northern Shenandoah Valley.
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The memorable anchors we would build a first Clarke County day around.
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Things to do in Boyce and around Clarke County.
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26 ideas · 3 prioritized for Boyce
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Editor’s PickFree
State Arboretum of Virginia at Blandy
Explore 172 acres at Blandy Experimental Farm, including a 300-tree ginkgo grove, conifers, gardens, open space, and kid-friendly nature wandering.
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Editor’s PickHidden GemAnimals
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
A close-up introduction to native wildlife and the work of rescue and rehabilitation—especially memorable for children who love owls, turtles, hawks, and other local animals.
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Hidden Gem
Boyce Railroad Depot
A small historic-depot visit for children who light up at trains and local transportation stories.
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Dinosaur Land
Walk among more than 50 giant prehistoric creatures at a quirky roadside classic made for dinosaur fans and silly family photos.
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Hidden GemAnimals
Serenity Farm Virginia
A guided sanctuary visit with rescued donkeys, pigs, chickens, rabbits, a horse, sheep, goats, and a children’s nature area where families can linger and picnic.
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Burwell-Morgan Mill
See an 18th-century water-powered grist mill and pair the machinery with shade, picnic tables, a small stream, and the surrounding four-acre property.
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Editor’s PickWorth the Drive
Bear’s Den Scenic Lookout
A short Appalachian Trail adventure that delivers a big west-facing view across the Shenandoah Valley without committing to an all-day hike.
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Wayside Farm Fun
A big fall farm day with a corn maze, hayrides, jumping pillow, animals, slides, pig races, pumpkins, and apple blasting.
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Fall Favorite
Mackintosh Fruit Farm
Pick-your-own fruit and flowers change with the season, and the farm market and kitchen make it easy to stretch picking into a relaxed family outing.
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Silver Maple Farm Goat Snuggles
A reservation-only goat-snuggle experience designed around gentle, close-up animal time in a small group.
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Nimbus Farm Alpacas
An appointment-only farm tour with alpaca education, fiber processing, and time in the pasture hand-feeding alpacas, plus other farm animals.
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Water Adventure
Watermelon Park River Adventures
A family tubing float on the Shenandoah with gear and shuttle support, turning a hot-weather day into a proper river adventure.
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FreeLocal Favorite
Chet Hobert Park
The practical let-them-run stop: two playgrounds, a two-mile fitness trail, picnic shelters, sports facilities, a dog park, and a seasonal pool within the larger park.
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Rose Hill Park
A small downtown playground with a gazebo, basketball court, picnic space, mature shade, and a stream—easy to pair with lunch or a treat.
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Clarke County Farmers’ Market
A relaxed local-life stop for produce, baked goods, artisan vendors, and occasional music, especially easy to combine with downtown Berryville.
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Fall Favorite
Nalls Farm Market
A useful farm-market stop for produce and pies, with pumpkins, mums, and other seasonal goods making autumn the standout visit.
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Barns of Rose Hill
Berryville’s cultural anchor for exhibitions, classes, films, live music, and community programs; the best family fit comes from individual events rather than a generic drop-in visit.
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Clarke County Historical Association
A small local-history entry point that also connects families with programming at Burwell-Morgan Mill.
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Josephine School Community Museum
An important community museum for learning about local Black history and the story of the Josephine School.
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Clarke County Fairgrounds
A venue rather than a drop-in attraction; individual fairs, festivals, and family events are the reason to go.
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Locke’s Landing
A public Shenandoah River access point for families planning their own kayaking, fishing, or river time.
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Long Branch Historic House & Farm
The family appeal starts outdoors: gardens, walking space, picnic opportunities, and retired horses across a large historic property, with house tours as an optional add-on.
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Mac’s Roller Rink
A nostalgic indoor roller rink that gives the county a genuinely different cold- or rainy-day option.
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Editor’s PickFreeEasy Adventure
Cool Spring Battlefield / River Campus
A low-stress riverfront outing with paved and grass routes, picnic tables, nature, and Civil War interpretation—easy to scale from a half-mile wander to a longer family outing.
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Raven Rocks
A roughly 5.5–6-mile Appalachian Trail out-and-back with repeated climbs, rocky terrain, and stream crossings for experienced family hikers.
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Nearby · LoudounWorth the Drive
Great Country Farms
A full-scale family farm destination with play attractions, animals, seasonal picking, and festivals—useful from Clarke County but geographically in Loudoun County.
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Plan with current details
Small places change schedules quickly.
A curated first edition built from researched family favorites. Always check current hours, admission, reservations, river conditions, and event schedules before leaving home.
