{"id":16787,"date":"2023-06-06T09:47:02","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T13:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beerwerkstrail.com\/?p=16787"},"modified":"2023-06-07T11:33:05","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T15:33:05","slug":"family-vacation-fun-along-the-beerwerks-trail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beerwerkstrail.com\/family-vacation-fun-along-the-beerwerks-trail\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Vacation Fun Along the Beerwerks Trail"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you planning a family vacation this summer that\u2019s full of fun activities, kid-friendly food, and plenty of chances for the adults to sip craft beer? You\u2019re in luck because the Beerwerks Trail has lots of nearby stops for active families. Better yet, most of the breweries along the Beerwerks Trail are child-friendly!\u00a0 Here\u2019s our guide to how to play, eat, and sleep along the Beerwerks Trail.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rockbridge County<\/span><\/h1>\n

Start your exciting Rockbridge County family adventure at 180-acre <\/span>Virginia Safari Park<\/span><\/a>, where you and your kids can get up close and personal with exotic wildlife. Drive through the park’s safari area, feeding gentle animals from your car windows. The park also has a walk-thru section, a farmyard petting zoo, and an aviary. Overall, you can meet more than 1,000 animals from around the world. Satisfy your appetite at the <\/span>Pink Cadillac Diner<\/span><\/a>, a retro-themed restaurant that will transport you back in time with classic American comfort food like burgers, milkshakes, and fries. Finish the evening with more old-fashioned fun snuggled in the car watching a double feature at <\/span>Hull’s Drive-In<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Where to Stay<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Natural Bridge Hotel<\/a> offers several family-themed packages<\/a> and has onsite dining. It’s close to popular attractions like Dinosaur Kingdom II<\/a>, Caverns of Natural Bridge<\/a>, and Natural Bridge State Park<\/a>, which has disc golf<\/a>,\u00a0 a hike designed for kids<\/a>, a natural play area, and chances to admire the dark sky and illuminated bridge at night.<\/p>\n

Augusta County<\/span><\/h1>\n

Delve underground together with a visit to <\/span>Grand Caverns<\/span><\/a>. Explore the stunning cave formations, learn about geology, and enjoy a guided tour that is sure to captivate the kids. Next, meet some friendly animals with either a guided trail ride at <\/span>Star B Stables<\/span><\/a> or a walk with an alpaca at <\/span>Point of View Alpaca Farm<\/span><\/a>. Finally, stock up on picnic food like lunch meat and snacks at the <\/span>Cheese Shop<\/span><\/a> before heading to <\/span>Sherando Lake Recreational Area<\/span><\/a>. Surrounded by lush forests, the area features a picturesque lake, perfect for swimming and fishing. Spread your blanket on the sandy beach or hike along scenic trails.<\/span><\/p>\n