Start at Drumheller's Orchard , where you can pick apples, peaches, and pears depending on the season. It’s the kind of place where kids run through the rows while parents fill baskets and snack on fresh fruit. Nearby in Crozet, Chiles Peach Orchard has been a beloved pick-your-own family stop for decades. Their apple cider donuts are famous for a reason, and the mountain views from the orchard make it an easy place to linger. Just across the road from the Nellysford farmers market is another local gem: Belties. This quirky little diner is home to a small herd of Belted Galloway cows (“belties”) that kids love to see up close. Inside, there are tiny hidden mouse houses tucked into the walls that children enjoy spotting while they wait for their food. On Saturdays, the farmers market across the street often has fantastic local ice cream and baked goods — making it a fun morning outing. One of the best swimming spots in the area is the Sugar Hollow Reservoir swimming hole outside Crozet . The shallow pools and rocks make it a favorite with families on warm days — bring water shoes and a picnic and plan to stay awhile. If you’re heading up the mountain, Lake Monacan is another great family stop. This small lake at the base of Wintergreen Resort has a sandy beach, paddleboats, fishing, and bounce houses and trampolines on the water— an easy place for kids to swim and play for the afternoon. Just down the street from Plume is Brewing Tree Beer Company, one of the most family-friendly stops along Route 151. Kids love the giant sandbox, river access, and water-gun play area, while adults can relax with a beer at the picnic tables overlooking the Rockfish River. At Bold Rock Hard Cider , families gather on the lawn where there are board games and open space for kids to run around while parents enjoy cider. Each fall they host a playful WWF-style wrestling event that has become a surprisingly popular local tradition — loud, silly, and very family friendly. Locals know Crabtree Falls as one of the tallest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi. The lower section of the trail is manageable for most kids and rewards you with beautiful views of the falls. You’ll also find easy access points along the Tye River and Rockfish River where families wade, splash, and skip stones. ✦ Ready to make the most of your Blue Ridge escape? Book Your Stay at Plume — the perfect luxurious basecamp for wine country, the mountains, and everything in between with sweeping mountain views, a hot tub, and EV charger. Plume sleeps the whole family comfortably, and the property itself gives kids room to roam, explore, and settle into mountain life. There's even play equipment onsite, with plenty of children's books, games, and legos.