If you thought authentic maple syrup was something you could only experience in Vermont or New England, then you might be missing out on one of Virginia’s most iconic festivals. The Highland County Maple Festival will celebrate its 61st annual event for two weekends in March: March 9th – 10th and March 16th – 17th. Highland County, Virginia is the southernmost maple syrup producing region in the nation, and in our humble opinion, the sweetest. Prepare to taste delicious maple products and learn a little bit more about the process.
The Highland County Maple Festival is one of Virginia’s sweetest events. Despite the modest size of Highland, the festival is the second largest of its kind in the country.
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When you arrive to town, be sure to stop by the Sugar Tree Country Store, where you can browse all kinds of delicious maple products.
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Needless to say, when you’re in town, you’ll definitely want to stock up on all the locally-made maple syrup that you can.
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Each year, the gorgeous landscape of Highland County draws tens of thousands of visitors to experience a truly magical region of Virginia. A series of Sugar Camps are mapped out so visitors can see the unique process behind tapping the Maple trees.
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The Maple Festival celebrates the “opening” of the trees, and all of the delicious products that can be made from this special sugar.
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You won’t have any trouble finding some of the delectable products that feature the maple syrup. Freshly made Highland donuts are nothing short of legendary among festival goers.
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In case you needed a reason to visit one of Virginia’s most breathtaking regions, now you’ve got one! Plan a trip to one of the most iconic maple festivals in the country and you won’t regret it.
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Have you attended the Highland County Maple Festival before? We’d love to hear all about your experiences! For more information, you can visit the official website here.
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