About Us

The Roanoke Virginia Region is a premier spot for outdoor recreation. The Roanoke Regional Partnership created this website to showcase why Roanoke is one of the best outdoor towns in the United States.

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The Roanoke Virginia Region consists of counties and cities at the southern end of the Shenandoah Valley nestled between the Blue Ridge and Alleghany mountain ranges. From city streets to rolling hills to majestic mountains, the Roanoke Region offers urban, suburban, and rural landscapes and living. The temperate climate gives four distinct seasons that are neither too warm nor too cold but just right to take advantage of the fishing, hiking, climbing, and biking dominant in the region.

The Roanoke Regional Partnership is a regional economic development organization that promotes Roanoke as a great place to live, work and play.

LIVE
The Roanoke Virginia Region balances outdoor recreation and urban amenities with a low cost of living. Residents and visitors have easy access to some of the best cycling, fishing, water sports, and hiking in North America. The Roanoke Region also offers excellent public schools, rich and diverse arts and culture, safe communities, nationally recognized colleges and universities, and easy commutes. All these advantages set amidst a scenic background of glistening lakes and majestic mountains and with a mild-temperate climate, make the Roanoke Region the best place to visit, work, and live. Learn more about living in Roanoke.

WORK
The Roanoke Virginia Region is recognized as a top place to work, do business, and invest. The economy is strong and stable and gaining momentum in high-tech fields such as life sciences, mechatronics, advanced manufacturing, and automotive components. The pro-business climate encourages success and attracts businesses who want to take advantage of cutting edge research institutions, low costs of doing business, excellent market access by road, rail, and air; and a skilled, productive workforce. All these advantages make the Roanoke Region, located around Roanoke, Virginia, the best place for business and business people. Learn more about doing business in Roanoke.

PLAY
Learn about other opportunities to play in Roanoke (golf, adult sports, tennis, etc.) and you'll quickly realize why Roanoke is one of the best outdoor towns around.