Located quietly in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Giles County presents a relaxed atmosphere. With breath-taking scenery and an abundance of outdoor activities, Giles is a favorite for nature enthusiasts.
Rural and Mountain Living: Situated on 363 square miles with a population of 17,000, Giles County offers an environment where you definitely have room to roam.
Proximity to Outdoor Activities: 37 miles of the New River flow through the county, offering fishing, canoeing, rafting, kayaking and tubing. In addition, there are over 50 miles of the Appalachian Trail in Giles.
Mountain Lake
Come enjoy the peaceful scenery of this beautiful lake and the awesome new zip line course.
The Cascades
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Virginia. For a real treat, hike the falls when they're frozen in the winter.
The New River
Tubing on the New River is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon. Head down to New River Junction, grab a tube and prepare for some amazing views.
16,610 people live in Giles County, where the median age is 45.8 and the average individual income is $33,792. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Giles County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Happy Hog, Sugar + Flour, and Bluegrass BBQ.
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Dining | 1.96 miles | 18 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
Dining | 1.9 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining · $$ | 3.83 miles | 57 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
Dining | 3.32 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 3.57 miles | 3 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
Dining | 4.44 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 2.48 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 3.58 miles | 12 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
Active | 1.96 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 2.05 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
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Giles County has 6,769 households, with an average household size of 2.43. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Giles County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,610 people call Giles County home. The population density is 46.5 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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