H.L. Bonham Regional Development & Tourism Center
Start your trip with a visit to our beautifully restored regional tourist information center, built in 1911. Get the latest information on the area and talk with our knowledgeable volunteer community ambassadors to get the real scoop on where to go and what to do.
Drive to the top of Whitetop Mountain on Virginia’s highest navigable road or hike the Appalachian Trail from the state’s highest peaks. Explore a local preserve the Nature Conservancy calls one of the “last great places”. Shop for unique arts, crafts, and other gifts. Taste the local cuisine and wines. Enjoy mountain music in its natural setting. Indulge your six senses and make memories that will last a lifetime in the incomparable Virginia Mountains.
We believe this area of the United States is a special place, and we’re pleased to share it with you. While you’re here, you’ll be outnumbered by trees more than 3,000 to 1! Beautiful vistas and a host of activities await you. So, welcome! Let us help you make the most of your stay in the Virginia Mountains, this and every time you visit.
Located at:
408 Whitetop Road
Chilhowie, VA 24319
Exit 35, I-81 (Across from the Exxon Station)
Phone: (276) 646-3306
Fax: (276) 646-3301
Hours of Operation: Open 7 days a week 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Holidays Closed: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
