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BEST OF BLACKSBURG
Our local picks for where to eat, drink and get outside in Blacksburg, written by people who live here and updated when things change.
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Updated October 2026 · By Michael Arthur, Blacksburg Connect
Best Breakfast in Blacksburg: diner plates, vegetarian brunch, bakery stops and donuts before a game.
Best Hikes Near Blacksburg: from a 1-mile pond loop to McAfee Knob, sorted by how much time you have.
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