Walkerton is a part of eastern Virginia known for its wineries and dense forestry. Nearby attractions include the Newton Dragway and Rappahannock Tribe Cultural Center, which educates the public on the history of this important Indian tribe. The Mattaponi River provides outdoor activities including boating, fishing and canoeing. Each year in the fall season Civil War battle re-enactments occur at the Locust Grove Civil War battlefield. Among the biggest companies in Walkerton are Enfield Sod and Efficient Air Systems. The biggest schools here are the King and Queen County Public Schools. One of the best places to visit when you are in Walkerton is the nearby Courthouse Green Historic District, home of the ancient Algonquin Indian Camp.