Smyth County

Smyth County is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains offering some of the most beautiful scenery in Southwest Virginia including the Commonwealth’s tallest mountain, Mount Rogers. Smyth County consists of Marion, Chilhowie, Saltville, Sugar Grove and a few smaller communities. If you enjoy the outdoors then you will absolutely love Smyth County.

Downtown Marion

Located at the center of Smyth County is the quiet, albeit adventure filled Town of Marion.  Marion has incredible access to interstate 81 making it convenient whether you are heading southwest to Bristol or northeast to Roanoke.  Marion has a thriving downtown filled with local restaurants, unique shopping, the historic General Francis Marion Hotel as well as the famous Lincoln Theatre. The Lincoln Theatre offers a variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year and the bluegrass music television series, Song of the Mountains. The General Francis Marion Hotel credited with being on National Geographic’s Top 150 Hotels in North America offers a luxury stay with the comfort, convenience and amenities of a modern hotel while retaining the ambiance of the 1920’s. As you stroll through this energetic downtown you will be amazed at everything Marion has to offer.

Hungry Mother State Park and Outdoor Life

Those seeking an outdoor life full of adventure and beautiful scenery will find Smyth County to be Heaven on Earth. The award winning Hungry Mother State Park is just minutes from Downtown Marion with a 108 acre lake in the heart of the mountains. Hungry Mother has a pristine sandy beach, 17 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing pier, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, camping and a variety of cabins. In addition to everything Hungry Mother State Park offers, Marion is home to miles upon miles of stocked trout streams (Check out a local video of the trout). Ziplining, SkyFall, Rock-Wall Climbing, Tubing and much more is also now available in Smyth County through Hungry Mother Adventures.

Back of the Dragon

If riding motorcycles is your thing, then you have to check out the world famous Back of the Dragon Motorcycle Trail that extends across 3 mountain ranges, 32 miles of excitement, 260 curves and elevations up to 3,500 feet running from Marion to Tazewell.

Emory & Henry School of Health Sciences

Launched in 2014, The School of Health Sciences at Emory & Henry College opened a 15 acre campus at the former site of the Smyth County Community Hospital. The campus offers four graduate programs, free clinic and several research labs. Bringing a prestigious college to Smyth County has and hopefully will continue to boost the local economy.

While Smyth County is a beautiful place to visit, it is even a greater place to call home.



Featured Properties

A great house in a great location! Conveniently located in the Seven Mile Ford area of Smyth County, this fantastic home is ready to become someone's dream home! A cozy living space awaits, and with TLC, the exterior and its 16x32 in-ground pool become the ideal backyard entertaining space. Additionally, a spacious unfinished basement and a bonus room offer numerous possibilities. Schedule your showing today! Buyer's agent to verify details. Subject to errors and omissions. $275,000 Active

950 Lee Highway Marion, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,853 SqFt 0.46 Acres

Immaculate two bedroom, two full bath ranch house with a possibility of a third bedroom or mother-in-law suite in the basement. Original hardwoods on the main level, a kitchenette in the basement, and a attached two car garage.  Newer metal roof and hot water heater. This house is definitely a must see. $185,900 Active

814 Cumberland St Marion, Virginia

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,700 SqFt 0.3 Acres

This single-story brick ranch home with 2 bedroom and 3 bath is set on a charming corner lot that radiates cozy, timeless appeal. Inside you also have a sunroom, separate dining room, living room and a den that could double as a home office. The home features a drive under carport, providing convenient covered parking and easy access to the house. Located in the basement is a partially finished bedroom along with your third full bath! A great potential place for overnight guests. A beautiful picnic shelter with a wooden swing sits in the yard, perfect for outdoor gatherings and relaxing in the shade. $210,000 Active

648 Dalton St Marion, Virginia

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,402 SqFt 0.25 Acres

Check out this newly renovated and revamped home situated right across the street from Emory and Henry's College of Sciences in Marion. This 3 bedroom 1 bath home is completely move-in ready and offers buyers with any loan type the advantage of investing in their first home and transitioning it into a great rental portfolio piece for student housing in the future! The exterior has new vinyl siding, gutters, and architectural roof along with a mini-split system. Inside you'll find a completely new kitchen, appliances, luxury vinyl pet friendly flooring, and an updated bathroom. Call today! $208,000 Active

1103 SNIDER ST Marion, Virginia

3 Beds 1 Baths 1,113 SqFt 0.256 Acres

Smyth County Communities