Meadows of Dan is a part of the Blue Ridge Mountains region of Virginia known for its breathtaking vistas and small town charm. Nearby attractions include The Crooked Road, a music trail in southwest Virginia that celebrates Appalachian bluegrass music, and Groundhog Mountain Parking Overlook, which offers a 360 degree view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Each year in the summer season is the Meadows of Dan Folk Fair, a week full of full of local music, food and art. Among the biggest companies in Meadows of Dan are Parkway Auto Service and Meadows Mercantile. The biggest schools here are the Patrick County Public Schools. One of the best places to visit when you are in Meadows of Dan is Mabry's Mill Restaurant and Gift Shop, which is known as the most photographed site on the Blue Ridge Parkway.