Enjoy The Simple Life When You Visit This Tiny Rural Community In Virginia
By Beth|Published August 13, 2023
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
There’s something so alluring about up and moving to a small town, isn’t there? If you’re not ready to commit to such a change, you’ll be glad to hear that there are plenty of small towns in Virginia that make for excellent day trip destinations. Today’s feature spot is a tiny rural community in Virginia known as Draper. Located in Pulaski County, this town has a population of just over 300. But what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in personality. Here’s more on why you’ll love stopping over in Draper for an afternoon.
Tucked away in southwestern Virginia amidst the mountains and the New River Valley awaits a tiny town with a lot of appeal: Draper.
A former rail town, Draper still retains much of its historic charm. For a glimpse of history and breathtaking natural beauty, be sure to visit the nearby New River Trail State Park.
"The Merc," as it's known locally, is built within the original post office. Exploring the building, you'll find that this history has been thoughtfully preserved.
On the menu, you'll find an incredible assortment of made-from-scratch sandwiches, mouthwatering burgers, and seasonal fare that is worlds beyond any typical road-stop food you might have imagined.
Of course, you couldn't be blamed for wanting to spend more time in this charming town. After all, it doesn't take long for it to begin to feel like home!
What are your thoughts on Draper? Have you ever visited this tiny rural community in Virginia? Feel free to share your experiences with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! And don’t forget to check out some unique places to stay near Draper before you go.
Curious to learn more? Take a stop-by-stop tour of the New River Trail when you watch the video below, courtesy of Virginia State Parks:
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