Polly Wood’s Ordinary served travelers on the Buchanan to Liberty Turnpike and visitors to the Peaks of Otter from the early 1830s to the late 1850s. It is a good example of the simple, rather rough and ready, accommodation, which was characteristic of the period. The ordinary is a reminder that the Peaks of Otter settlement was not isolated, but has been visited by travelers throughout its history.| www.nps.gov
The Peaks of Otter are three mountain peaks on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Bedford, Virginia, including Sharp Top, Flat Top and Harkening Hill.| Go Hike Virginia
Hike to Harkening Hill, the most underrated of the three Peaks of Otter in Bedford, Virginia. As a bonus, explore historic Johnson Farm.| Go Hike Virginia
The Johnson Farm Trail is an easy 2.1-mile loop hike that starts at the Peaks of Otter Visitor Center in Bedford, Virginia.| Go Hike Virginia
Savor the far-reaching views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from atop Flat Top, one of Virginia's iconic peaks in Bedford.| Go Hike Virginia
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The Sharp Top Mountain hike in Bedford, Virginia wows with spectacular views. It's also the most-visited of the three Peaks of Otter.| Go Hike Virginia
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These 15 sensational Blue Ridge Parkway hikes in Virginia wow with scenic panoramas, tumbling waterfalls and majestic mountains.| Go Hike Virginia