FLOYD COUNTY
County Offices
100 East Main Street
Floyd 504-745-9300
www.floydcova.org
Chamber of Commerce
202 South Locust Street
Floyd 540-745-4407
www.visitfloyd.org
Panoramic Floyd County sprawls over a rolling terrain of approximately 2,500 feet in elevation, forming an elongated triangle that nestles between the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway and two major interstate highways. Within Floyd County, the lack of four-lane highways is a reflection of the rural, friendly atmosphere that many find so appealing. Interstate 81 is only 10 miles from the county’s western border, while Routes 8 and 221 intersect in the center of the town of Floyd. In spite of this obviously small-town setting and sense of serenity, urban amenities and services remain easily accessible, including the world-class attractions in surrounding larger cities.
Floyd County stretches over 383 square miles to offer an unspoiled natural setting graced by lush greenery from dogwood and azalea to rhododendron and mountain laurel. It also provides a habitat for abundant wildlife including deer, fox, opossum, turkey, a wide variety of birds, and other native species. Home-cooked meals, porch swings, and the rich cultural legacy of a mountain heritage give Floyd County a very special sense of place. Hundreds of farms still grace picturesque Floyd County, one of the top hay producing areas in Virginia.
Services
Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital in Giles serves Floyd County residents as the nearest major healthcare center, with Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Montgomery and Columbia Pulaski Community Hospital in Pulaski being the next closest to home. Carilion Giles is committed to providing quality care in a patient-centered atmosphere. In addition to 24-hour emergency care, the staff of specialists offer advanced diagnostic procedures, minimally invasive surgery, and comprehensive rehabilitation programs that include physical therapy and cardiac rehab. The hospital is dedicated to the health and well-being of every generation in the community, providing specific programs that enhance and promote wellness.
Complementing the quality public school system, three institutions of higher education are available within the surrounding New River Valley. Radford University in Radford provide a state-supported university that serves more than 8,500 undergraduate and graduate students with a wide range of degree programs. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg serves approximately 25,000 students with graduate and undergraduate programs in agriculture, business, engineering, and science. In addition, the VPI Corporate Research Center delivers programs and facilities in support of cooperative industrial research for business and industry. Those who are looking for an affordable start on a four-year degree or a wide range of degree and certification programs will find the answer at New River Community College. NRCC offers a full spectrum of occupational and technical education, university parallel/college transfer education, general education, continuing adult education, special training and development programs, and highly specialized regional/commercial services.
Lifestyle
Misty mountains at dawn, gently rolling hills, crystalline streams, mystical woodlands, and breathtaking vistas characterize Floyd County. Water sources like Little River actually begin in Floyd County, where the four seasons are heralded by a kaleidoscope of spectacular landscapes. Glimpses of wildlife are common in this serene area, where sparsely populated residential communities share the land with deer, fox, opossum, turkey, and other native species. Jefferson National Forest and the Gatewood Reservoir Recreation Area offer a wealth of outdoor adventures, while Claytor Lake State Park features a sparkling lake with 100 miles of shoreline.
Floyd County is a sightseer’s delight and a photographer’s paradise with the Blue Ridge Parkway’s smoky mountain vistas and miles of split-log fences. The county’s strategic location along the Blue Ridge Parkway has driven the development of many impressive amenities and thriving small businesses. Newcomers will discover a medley of luxurious and quaint bed and breakfast inns, rustic cabins, campgrounds, restaurants, coffee shops and cafes, and unique shops. Common pastimes in Floyd County include hiking, biking, fishing, camping, wine tasting, and celebrating life through the creative and performing arts.
The developed programs and amenities at the Jacksonville Center for the Arts creates an ideal complement to the region’s mountain heritage of music, dance, the arts, storytelling, and quilting. Over the decades, this agricultural area has evolved into an artist’s colony and a residential haven, giving it a unique appeal and undeniable charm. Many galleries and artist’s studios are based in New River Valley, taking advantage of the area’s unhurried lifestyle and inspiring scenery.
The housing styles range from older homes and farm houses to vibrant new construction. Shopping is available in New River Valley downtown districts and neighborhood centers but also in regional retail centers along U.S. Route 460. For its blend of county charm, rural beauty, and stimulating way of life, few locales can rival Floyd County.
Floyd
Municipal Offices
540-745-2565
Chamber of Commerce
540-745-4407
www.visitfloyd.org
The small town of Floyd serves as the county seat and cultural hub of Floyd County. The town is home to the Jacksonville Center for the Arts, a five-acre complex that sponsors a wide variety of arts and cultural activities from exhibits and educational programs to social events. The center is also home to the Hayloft Gallery, which offers rotating exhibits of local talent along with works by nationally and internationally recognized artists. Families will appreciate the June Bug Center, a wonderful resource that provides opportunities for youngsters to hone their talents in the performing, applied, and communications arts. Historic taverns and homes, artist studios, tranquil neighborhoods, and the open countryside are just a few of the enchanting aspects of life in Floyd.
