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A Weekend of Fun in the Mountains

Every year the town of St. Paul, Virginia comes alive with the flavors of the region during Clinch River Days.

The 11th annual Clinch River Days Festival will be held on May 28-30, 2009. 

Located along the scenic Clinch River, St. Paul shows off its uniqueness, blending...

• River and Railroad Lore and History

• Art and Photography

• Carnival Rides and Games 

• Symphony and Bluegrass

• Samplings from Local Vineyards

• Regional Appalachian Cuisine

Most of all, Clinch River Days is a weekend of fun in the mountains, celebrating a Scenic River that is home to rare and endangered fresh water mussels, more varieties of fish than any river in Virginia, and miles of free-flowing canoeing.

St. Paul is home to festival-goers who come to celebrate the Clinch River!

Experience the Clinch River

Tours and exhibitions of the designated Scenic River take place throughout the weekend. There's the traditional Mussel Walk, where the Clinch River's rare mussels are on display. Visitors can take a birding walk in one of Virginia's newest designated bird and wildlife regions, schedule a caving or canoe trip, take in a fishing demonstration, or hike on the eight miles of maintained trails along the Clinch River.

Nearby is Lake Estonoa, a nationally acclaimed student-based wetlands and outdoor educational center.

Other Festival Fare

• Juried Art and Photography Shows

• The Clinch River Sprint

• Wine and Cheese Tasting with local Vineyards

• "A Taste of the Festival" Showcases Area Restaurants

• Saturday Night Beach Party and Sunday Gospel Music

• Amusements, Games, Crafts and Food Vendors

Click here to see more details about this year's festival events.