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From Bryce Resort in Basye, Virginia, to the small and quaint surrounding towns, the Shenandoah Valley offers many attractions that would accommodate a wide range of interests. Below are some of the things you may need to know when planning your trip.

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RESTAURANTS

Hot Plates Cafe & Club 45 - 540.856.3233
Enjoy home style cooking in a rockin' atmosphere. Open 7am to 9pm daily; closed Tuesday. Club 45 offers a pool table and high definition flat screen TV as well as full dining menu. Open 7am to last call; closed Tuesday. Email: hotplatescafe@yahoo.com

The Restaurant @ Bryce Resort - 540.856.2121 or 800.821.1444 Ext 244 or 245
Enjoy dining in an elegant but relaxed atmosphere, located in the Main Lodge of Bryce Resort at the base of the ski slopes. Reservations Recommended. The Copper Kettle opens daily at 11am and serves until last call on Friday and Saturday night and until 9pm on Sunday thru Thursday. 

The Ski Lodge
Seasonal operations, located on Fairway Drive, near the front nine of the golf course and next to the Bryce Resort main lodge. The Express offers a great selection for guests on the go and is also the only place on the Mountain for pizza. In winter, the Ski Lodge (at the bottom of the slopes) serves a cafeteria style menu for skiers and families. There is a large fireplace in the Ski Lodge to warm you up between runs.

ATTRACTIONS

Bryce Resort - 800.821.1444 or 540.856.2121
A four seasons Resort located in Basye, Virginia offering skiing, snowboarding, tubing, golf, 45-acre man-made lake, paddleboats, canoes, etc. All of our vacation rentals are within Bryce Resort.

Shenandoah Caverns - 1.888.4CAVERN
Opened to the public in 1922, these are the closest major caverns to the Basye area. The only Virginia cavern with elevator service. At the same location, visit American Celebration on Parade which features spectacular floats from famous parades. Visit their web site for their special discounts and features.

Luray Caverns - 540.743.6551
The largest caverns in Eastern America features cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high. Luray Caverns is filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools.

Endless Caverns - 540.896.CAVE
Featuring the longest cave tour in Virginia, the Endless Caverns offers guided tours year round. Make sure to visit the gift and rock shop.

New Market Battlefield State Historical Park & Hall of Valor Civil War Museum - 866.515.1864 or 540.740.3101
Visit the site made famous by the involvement of VMI Cadets and the original farm house that stood in the center of fighting. Located approximately 25-30 minutes from Bryce in New Market and open daily 9am to 5pm.

Shenandoah Valley Music Festival - 800.459.3396
Orkney Springs, less than 10 minutes from Bryce Resorts, has summer concerts on select weekends at the historic hotel. Venues like the Fairfax Symphony, Eileen Ivers, and the Tom Cunningham Orchestra help to incorporate their big band, symphony, folk, and jazz sounds. Pavilion and lawn seating. For tickets call 540.459.3396

LOCAL TOWNS

Orkney Springs
Less than five miles west is a cluster of Civil War buildings, including the famous Orkney Springs Hotel, the Virginia House, and the 1853 Maryland House. Orkney Springs is listed in the National Register of Historic Landmarks and its hotel was constructed between 1873 and 1876. It's a lovely place to spend an afternoon.

Mount Jackson
Experience Civil War history, antique hunting and more as you explore in and around Mount Jackson, the closest town to the Basye area. Visit their web site for day-tripping ideas.

Edinburg
Edinburg is a small town, located approximately 20 miles from Bryce Resort.  There are several charming shops along Main Street. Come and see what small town life is all about.

New Market
Designated a historical district in 1972, New Market is located just 25 minutes from Bryce Resort.
New Market is only one of many Civil War sites in the Shenandoah Valley. In addition to the historical sites and shops, New Market is also the home of the Shenandoah Valley Tourist Information Center. The tourist center is an excellent source of information for Valley tourism www.visitshenandoah.org.

 FACT SHEET

Elevation: Base 1,250 ft, Summit 1,750 ft

Longest Run: Redeye 3,500 ft

Lift: 2 chairs, 1 surface lift, 2 carpet lifts

Lift Capacity: 2,500 Skiers

Slopes: 8

Ski Rentals: 700

Snowboard Rentals: 150

Trail Classification: 34% Beginner, 33% Intermediate, 33% Advanced

Snow Tubing Park: 800 ft

Ski School: PSIA member, Children's School: SKIwee

Ski Racing: NASTAR & USSA

 

ACTIVITIES

Creekside Fitness Center
Available to all Creekside Rentals guests at no additional charge. Click here for Fitness Center hours of operation and information.

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

New in 2008! Zip Line Mountain Tour, Climbing Wall, & Bungee
Zip Line requires advance reservations which may be emailed to skischool@bryceresort.com. Participants must be at least 9 years old. Other restrictions apply please contact Bryce Resort for more information.
1.800.821.1444.

Climbing Wall & Bungee Ride - Memorial Day Weekend & June 10 - August 31st

Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, & Sunday - 11am to 12:30pm Evenings: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 6:30pm to 8pm $15 per person

Golf
Bryce Resort offers an 18-Hole, Par 71 Championship Golf Course with a driving range, golf shop, and instruction. Open weekdays from 7:30am to 6:00pm and weekends from 7:00am to 6:00pm. For information on golfing at Bryce, please call 540.856.2124 or email golfinfo@bryceresort.com

Miniature Golf
Stoney Creek Lilliputt is located at the entrance of the Resort next to the driving range. Call 540.856.3698 for hours of operation.

Adults: $5 - Children 12 and Under: $4

Lake Laura
This 45-acre, man-made lake offers a grassy picnic area, sandy beach, fishing, paddleboat and canoe rentals, swimming, and a 3 mile hiking trail. Lake Laura is stocked with bass, pike, perch, walleye, catfish, and native trout.

Paddleboat Rentals: $12 per hour, Canoe Rentals: $10 per hour. Beach Admission:                                                                     Adults:  $5                                                                             Children (4-12): $4                                                                           Children (3 and under): Free

Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding (horses and mules) is available at the Fort Valley Horseback Riding Stable which also offers camping and guided trail rides. Located at 299 South Fort Valley Rd, Fort Valley, VA 22652. Approximately 30 minutes from Bryce Resort. Call 1.888.754.5771 for more information.

Tennis
Tennis courts are available and may be reserved in the Bryce Resort Golf Shop. Rates: $15 per hour. Call 800.821.1444 ext. 249 for availability.

Grass Skiing, Mountain Boarding, and Lift Rides
These activities require physical strength, balance, and fitness. Recommended for athletic students 10 years and older. Open June 13 - September 3: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday 11:00am to 1:15pm. Mandatory check-in at 10:45am for all first time packages. October 9 - 23: Sunday's Only 12:30pm to 3:00pm. Mandatory check-in at 12:15pm for all first time packages. Reservations for mountain boarding and grass skiing may be emailed to skischool@bryceresort.com.  Sightseeing chair lift rides $3. For rate information please call 800.821.1444 ext. 220.

Mountain Tubing
Waterless downhill tubing. No special clothing or skills needed. Rates: $10 (1 1/2 Hour Session). Call 800.821.1444 for hours of operation.

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Skiing/Snowboarding - 800.821.1444
Call for Rates and Hours of Operation or visit www.bryceresort.com.

Bryce Resort offers great packages for beginners which include rental equipment, a group lesson, and a carpet lift/slope use ticket. The minimum age for this package is 8 years; however, there is a  SKIwee program available for children ages 4 1/2 to 8 years. Please register at the ski school for equipment rentals and program. For further information you may email skischool@bryceresort.com.

Tubing - 800.821.1444
All sessions are 1 hour and 50 minutes. Weekday sessions are $16/person and run Tuesday-Friday from 6:00pm-7:50pm.
Saturday sessions are offered at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm. Sunday & Holiday sessions are available for 11am, 1pm, and 3pm times.  Weekends and Holidays are $20/person.

 

     
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