By Leah Deitz
Snow on the Mountain
Wintergreen
resort, southwest of Charlottesville, Virginia, offers four seasons of outdoor fun in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Activities include skiing, snowboarding, fishing and hiking. There also are luxurious spa facilities and fine-dining establishments. The resort spans more than 11,000 acres and offers incomparable views. Wintergreen offers guests a plethora of family-related activities and children's programs in a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. This is the place to go for quiet reflection and outdoor recreation.
Wows and Woes
Wows: Wintergreen is a nature lover's resort. Besides hiking trails, guests can enjoy Lake Monocan Park, which includes swimming, fishing, boating and a floating trampoline.
Woes: The Blue Ridge Mountains are some of the country's oldest ranges and do not offer the advanced terrain many snow enthusiasts expect.
Insider Tips
Wintergreen offers 30 miles of hiking throughout the resort. Many trails offer access to the scenic Appalachian Trail. In addition, Wintergreen is environmentally conscientious. If you make the trip to Wintergreen, be sure to find out how the resort supports natural resource conservation at the Trillium House, a not-for-profit portion of the resort that strives to spread the word about conserving resources and appreciating nature.
Author's Most Memorable Moment
I have visited Wintergreen Resort during the ski season, but this resort offers more during the spring and summer. Two moments emerge as being the most memorable: the peaceful morning fog and the floating trampoline. Looking back, I am fond of the early smells emerging as nature awakes as well as the delight and fun my family had on the lake.
Bottom Line
Wintergreen is easily accessible. The facility offers stunning views each season. Guests looking to relax will enjoy Wintergreen. However, those interested in something more rowdy will not appreciate this facility.
About the Author:
Leah Deitz has been writing alternative health and environmental-related articles for over five years. She began her writing career at a small newspaper covering city politics but turned to environmental concerns after beginning her freelance career. When she is not exploring the trails and outdoors of the East Coast, Deitz writes for a number of different websites.
Photo Credits:
Wintergreen Resort File Photo
