Damascus, VA

Virginia · Washington County · Kingsport-Bristol Metro

Damascus is a small town in Virginia with a population of 766. Residents earn $33,173 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
766 Population 958/sq mi density
$33,173 Median Income $27,438 per capita
$186,300 Home Value $217,859 Zillow
$713 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
254 Violent Crime/100K 3,181 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$33,173 median income, 0.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$186,300 home value, $713/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
254 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,173
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,300
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 254/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

How Damascus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population766
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density958/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,173
Per Capita$27,438
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty10.8%
Commute16 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$186,300
Rent$713
Ownership49.6%
Zillow$217,859
Housing Units443
Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

F
Violent254/100K
Property3,181/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking18.1%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation1,934 ft (589 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score6.18

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute16 min
Broadband67.7%
EV Stations7
Libraries5

Is Damascus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Damascus receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Damascus has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Damascus is $33,173, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Damascus is $186,300, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Damascus is below the national average at 254 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,181 per 100,000, 62% above the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Damascus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow.

Damascus has a population of 766 with a density of 958 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 30.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

766
Total Population
2023 Census
958
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Damascus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Damascus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damascus is $33,173, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,438 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $932, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,578 business establishments, including 104 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Damascus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,173
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,438
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$69,296
Gini Index0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,578

Business (County)

Restaurants104
Healthcare152
Retail217
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Damascus is $186,300, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,859, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 49.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 443 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $3,112. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,300
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,859

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Homeownership49.6%
Owner-Occupied49.6%
Renter-Occupied50.4%
Housing Units443
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,112
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Damascus, 40.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.4% have high blood pressure. 18.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.8% report binge drinking. 28.1% are physically inactive. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,095. The dentist ratio is 1:1,384. 62.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Damascus vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,095
Dentists1:1,384
Mental Health1:409
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits65.0%
Premature Death11,010/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities152
Damascus has a violent crime rate of 254 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,181 per 100,000, 62% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Damascus receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Damascus vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent254.5/100K
33% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,180.7/100K
62% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents19
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Damascus experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,934 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation1,934 ft (589 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density958/sq mi
Coordinates36.6327°N, 81.7894°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWashington County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
57 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"
24% above US avg
Snowfall 12.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.78"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score46.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability61.0 / 100
Community Resilience34.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on May 22, 2024.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 126 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 146 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 26 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 31 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 122 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 134 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 148 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 16 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 139 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 130 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 88 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 53 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 53 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 100 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 63 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 119 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 94 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 89 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 109 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

102 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 120 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 92 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 15 km 3
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 70 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 27 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 90 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 32 km 2
Apr 8, 2011 EF2 99 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 83 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 37 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 67 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF2 77 km 0
May 24, 1979 EF2 99 km 0
Jan 25, 1975 EF2 17 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 22, 1967 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 9, 1965 EF2 52 km 0
Jun 3, 1962 EF2 37 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF2 81 km 0
Mar 5, 1955 EF2 98 km 0
Sep 26, 2024 EF1 81 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (22,282 ac, 1991).

Year Name Acres Distance
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 96 km
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 86 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 99 km
1991 UNNAMED 9,084 94 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,114 100 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 90 km
1987 SAMS BRANCH 5,872 83 km
2001 UNNAMED 5,790 96 km
1991 BRADSHAW 5,029 76 km
2014 North Fork Rx 4,934 95 km
1987 KIWIS CREEK 4,879 69 km
2001 CROCKETT BRANCH 4,702 76 km
2001 MOUNTAIN FORK 4,393 80 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 89 km
1987 SANDY HUFF BRANCH 4,022 96 km
1991 UNNAMED 3,740 98 km
1987 SOUTH FORK OF TUG RIVER 3,490 82 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,168 90 km
1995 JIM BRANCH 3,019 85 km
1991 JOHNSON HOLLOW 2,987 69 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.2 in

Damascus has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 35°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (2.8").

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Damascus is located in Washington County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 19.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.4% of the vote, a 53.3-point margin. 67.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 152 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 53.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents19
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score6.18
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density958/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyWashington County County

Services

Broadband Access67.7%
Avg Download Speed217.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.7 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities152
Restaurants104
Retail Stores217

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%
Average costs for common services in Damascus. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152-$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202-$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101-$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809-$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76-$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152-$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25-$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51-$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152-$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20-$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404-$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101-$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61-$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51-$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152-$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404-$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506-$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809-$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202-$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30-$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76-$253)
Manicure $25 ($15-$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25-$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51-$131)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81-$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30-$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40-$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40-$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30-$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51-$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76-$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30-$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30-$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15-$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607-$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506-$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202-$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25-$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404-$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30-$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51-$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30-$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20-$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152-$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101-$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$570
Toddler$472
Preschool$472
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$497
Toddler$407
Preschool$407
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Washington County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 3,039 196 $34,144 1.49
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,746 348 $56,977 0.94
Manufacturing 2,472 68 $60,000 1.47
Accommodation & Food Services 1,892 107 $23,822 1.02
Transportation & Warehousing 1,092 43 $50,289 1.26
Construction 780 132 $59,641 0.73
Wholesale Trade 663 50 $56,834 0.82
Other Services 621 115 $39,039 1.01
Administrative & Waste Services 584 68 $47,130 0.49
Professional & Technical Services 565 134 $62,095 0.40
Management of Companies 537 11 $65,244 1.56
Educational Services 517 12 $51,262 1.22
Finance & Insurance 425 72 $75,542 0.51
Arts & Entertainment 424 18 $36,212 1.23
Information & Technology 301 16 $61,455 0.79
Agriculture & Forestry 265 20 $47,877 1.60
Real Estate 96 42 $51,427 0.30
Unclassified 95 33 $32,209 3.34
Utilities 66 7 $116,955 0.85
Mining & Oil/Gas 64 6 $59,320 0.83

Schools in Damascus

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
HOLSTON HIGH High 245 23 10.7:1
DAMASCUS MIDDLE Middle 170 19 8.9:1
Laurel Elementary Elementary 79 9 8.8:1
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Radio Stations near Damascus

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Damascus

16 campgrounds found near Damascus.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping 5.0/5 2 $15
BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS 4.9/5 1 $50
HURRICANE CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 21 $20, $40
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 11 $10, $20
GRINDSTONE 4.6/5 - $24, $36
WATAUGA POINT RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 2 $30
DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 14 $10, $20
FOX CREEK HORSE CAMP 4.5/5 3 $5
Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) 4.5/5 27 $12
CARDENS BLUFF CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 42 $12
LITTLE OAK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 66 $10
BEARTREE 4.3/5 38 Free
Julian Price Campground 4.3/5 192 $30
OLD VIRGINIA GROUP HORSE CAMP 4.0/5 1 $50
RACCOON BRANCH CAMPGROUND 3.9/5 17 $20, $27
THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS 3.5/5 2 $30

National Parks Near Damascus

42 national parks and monuments found near Damascus.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Bluestone Lake State Park State Park Free
Bluestone National Scenic River National Scenic River Free
Bluestone State Park State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Camp Creek State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
New River Trail State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Damascus

259+ trails found near Damascus.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 21.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 20.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 17.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4 - - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 14.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL 13.8 - - -
CRAWFISH 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 7.5 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 6.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LAUREL FORK TRAIL 5.8 - - -
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST 5.8 - - -
ROGERS RIDGE TRAIL 5.8 - - -
WALKER MOUNTAIN 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LEWIS FORK 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD 84 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 4.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WALKER MOUNTAIN 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
STAMPING GROUND HORSE TRAIL 4.3 - - -
POND MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS TRAIL 4.3 - - -
LITTLE POND MOUNTAIN 4.3 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TAYLORS VALLEY 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
MOUNT ROGERS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LIMESTONE COVE TRAIL 3.2 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD DUG RD 3.1 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGHTREE ROCK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CREST 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEAR CREEK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 2.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CERES 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JERRYS CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SLABTOWN 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEARTREE GAP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5 - - -
LYNN CAMP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAWMILL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4 - - -
GRASSY BRANCH 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
GENTRY CREEK FALLS 2.3 - - -
OLD HOMESTEAD TRAIL 2.3 - - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
KABEL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BEARPEN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
STRAIGHT MOUNTAIN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
MORRELL TRAIL 2.1 - - -
BARTEE BRANCH 2.1 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FAIRWOOD VALLEY 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CABIN RIDGE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0 - - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BIG WILSON CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MULLINS BRANCH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAUNDERS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
HELTON CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RUSH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ELK GARDEN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIGHTREE ROCK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DICKEY KNOB 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BARTON GAP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHESTNUT RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORT SPUR 1.7 - - -
LITTLE OAK 1.6 - - -
WRIGHT HOLLOW 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ROARING FORK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THIRD PEAK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SUGAR MAPLE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ROWLANDS CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FIRST PEAK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKIE STREET 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LYNN CAMP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CURRIN VALLEY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUZZARD DEN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CLIFFSIDE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WRIGHT HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RHODODENDRON GAP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ROARING FORK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLINT MILL 1.3 - - -
FEATHERCAMP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HELTON CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ORCHARD SPUR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
STRAIGHT BRANCH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
BUSHWACKER 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
COON DEN FALLS 1.2 - - -
JERRYS CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1 - - -
HURRICANE KNOB 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACKIE STREET 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SHAW GAP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
KIRK HOLLOW 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEARPEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SKULLS GAP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FEATHERCAMP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CURRIN VALLEY 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TENNESSEE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAMPTON-BLUELINE TRAIL 0.9 - - -
FIRST PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ROWLANDS CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COMERS CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
OLD ORCHARD 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
FURNACE BRANCH 0.8 - - -
SWITCHBACK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BEARTREE LAKE 0.8 ASPHALT Yes - -
KEGLEY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JERRYS CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOBBYS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEARTREE GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL 0.7 - - -
SPRINGS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CARDENS BLUFF HIKING TRAIL 0.7 - - -
BEECH GROVE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MULLINS BRANCH 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WILBURN RIDGE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROWLANDS CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SCALES 0.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
IRON MOUNTAIN SPUR A 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WHISPERING WATERS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUGAR MAPLE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WILSON CREEK 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUNT ROGERS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FIRST PEAK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CREST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FEATHERCAMP RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
LUM 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TWO PONDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MOUNT ROGERS SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DAVIS PATH SIDE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WHITETOP LAUREL FISHING 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FLATTOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DICKEY KNOB 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHINA CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLATTOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CREST 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CURRIN VALLEY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LUM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
HICKORY RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRASSY BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MOUNT ROGERS TIE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WATAUGA POINT HIKING TRAIL 0.4 - - -
HURRICANE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEWIS FORK SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DICKEY GAP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HURRICANE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE LAUREL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH WATER ALTERNATE TRAIL 0.3 - - -
SCALES 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKIE STREET SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BACKBONE FALLS TRAIL 0.3 - - -
HIGHTREE ROCK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
FLATTOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ORCHARD SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEWIS FORK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
HORNE KNOB 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
YANCY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
COMERS CREEK FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STRAIGHT BRANCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
BEECH GROVE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SAUNDERS SHELTER SOUTH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LIVERY 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RACCOON BRANCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUGAR MAPLE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SCALES 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SAWMILL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUZZARD DEN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN CABIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TAYLORS VALLEY SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DEEP GAP SPRING 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SAUNDERS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SWITCHBACK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LEWIS FORK TIE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SCALES 0.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TRIMPI SHELTER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CHESTNUT RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LYNN CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAUNDERS SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ORCHARD SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
THOMAS KNOB SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEWIS FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SUGAR HOLLOW POND 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
IRON MOUNTAIN SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OLD ORCHARD SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRASSY BRANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOUNT ROGERS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THIRD PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LOVERS LEAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HICKORY RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SWITCHBACK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
HELTON CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TRIMPI SPRING 0.0 Yes - -
WRIGHT HOLLOW 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
THIRD PEAK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DICKEY KNOB 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes

Museums in Damascus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BYARS HALLGENERAL MUSEUM$57,615,342
WILLIAM KING REGIONAL ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM415 ACADEMY DRIVE2766285005$1,303,646
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION306 DEPOT SQUARE SW2766238337$32,155
CHILHOWIE ORGANIZATION FOR ART COMMUNITY AND HISTORYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 350
FIELDS-PENN 1860 HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2766760216
HOLSTON ASSOCIATED LIBRARIESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION807 CHILHOWIE ST2766465050
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY TRAIL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2765251050
STAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2766087452
WATAUGA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 GARLAND CEMETERY RD4234746246
WILDERNESS ROAD - VIRGINIA'S HERITAGE MIGRATION ROUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Damascus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY205 OAK HILL STREET0.0165,135
JOHNSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY219 N. CHURCH STREET0.041,056

Farmers Markets in Damascus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abingdon Farmers MarketCorner of Remsburg Drive & Cummings St04/16/2016 to 11/22/2016Tue: 3pm-6pm;Sat: 8am-1pm;YesVisit
Chilhowie Farmer's MarketEast Lee Highway between Chestnut and Pine Avenues (Warrior Park)04/17/2019 to 10/31/2019Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Glade Spring Farmers Market100 Town Square St04/26/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Johnson County Farmers Market110 Court St.05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Mountain City Farmers Market1273 S. Shady Street
Shull's Farmer and Gardener Co-op4249 Roan Creek RoadVisit
The Garden Barn Farmers MarketSouth Shady Street

Hotels in Damascus

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brinkwaters Hotel
Damascus Old Mill Inn

Restaurants in Damascus

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Creeper Trail Cafe
Dairy King
Damascus Diner
Hellbender's Cafe
The Tipsy Bear
Wicked Chicken Tavern & Ice cream parlor

Cafes in Damascus

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wilson's Cafe & Grill

Monuments in Damascus

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Another Way (ShortCut)
Another Way (ShortCut)
AT2020
Wheel of Freedom

Gas Stations in Damascus

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Food City Gas N Go
Marathon
Spirit
Wamplers

Banks in Damascus

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Bank of Damacus

Breweries in Damascus

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Damascus BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries32173 Government Rd5403142782
Damastus BreweryBrewers2173 Government Rd2764755683Visit

Pharmacies in Damascus

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FOOD CITY - 860 736 NORTH BEAVER DAM AVENUE 276-475-3653
LAUREL FAMILY DRUG 204 SOUTH SHADY AVENUE 276-475-5022

EV Charging Stations in Damascus

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
203 East Laurel Avenue (US-TKA-WHS-1)203 East Laurel AvenueRIVIAN_WAYPOINTS1J1772public
203 East Laurel Avenue (US-TKA-WHS-2)203 East Laurel AvenueRIVIAN_WAYPOINTS1J1772public
Dancing Bear Inn203 E Laurel AveNon-Networked2J1772public

Cell Towers in Damascus

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Abingdon II Site 769-AA Radio Drive (Abingdon 100000991)TOWER109
35000 LEE HWY (HWY 11)TOWER88
35000 LEE HWY (HWY 11)TOWER88
2705 HWY 421 N (66855)LTOWER85
(Mountain City Relo) 1.3 miles off Pinecrest RoadTOWER79
(Mountain City Relo) 1.3 miles off Pinecrest RoadTOWER79
1346 PINECREST ROAD (66854)LTOWER79
11441 Hwy 421 North (66856)LTOWER79
E OF TRIGG STTOWER74
E OF TRIGG STTOWER74
2737 CROSS MOUNTAIN ROAD (108438)GTOWER45

Fire Stations in Damascus

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Damascus Fire Department208 W Laural AVEVolunteer276-475-5131

Bridges in Damascus

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19523635,911F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19492215,911F
SlabConcrete continuous1926835,911F
CulvertConcrete continuous1996674,112F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous19901074,112G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970324,112G
CulvertConcrete continuous1916223,131F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19541772,995F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1950612,995F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20234742,955G
CulvertSteel1979211,834F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19621761,834F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193934739F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202261675G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968189638F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1973102633F
CulvertConcrete continuous195645531F
CulvertConcrete continuous197869531F
CulvertConcrete continuous195697531F
CulvertConcrete continuous195650531F
CulvertConcrete195621531F
SlabConcrete195024528F
SlabConcrete continuous199874528F
Truss (Thru)Steel1932154500G
SlabConcrete196854384F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1983127287F
SlabConcrete193726278F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199062261F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202264261G
SlabConcrete1932120230F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1979152221F
SlabConcrete198536201F
CulvertConcrete198521201G
SlabConcrete196225114F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1988182113F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196031110P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19672660P
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19326156P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19327256F
CulvertConcrete continuous19875050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20074950F
CulvertConcrete continuous19953350G
SlabPrestressed concrete20135250G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete19925540F

Airports Near Damascus

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mercer County AirportBLFMedium Airport
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Ashe County Airport-Small Airport
Avery County Morrison Field-Small Airport
Belcher Regional Airport-Small Airport
Boone Inc Airport-Small Airport
Brown Airport-Small Airport
Burkes Garden Airport-Small Airport
Catron Field-Small Airport
Center Field-Small Airport
Crumley Field-Small Airport
Elizabethton Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Elk River Airport-Small Airport
Flying W Airport-Small Airport
Gryder-Teague Airport-Small Airport
Indian Springs Airport-Small Airport
Johnson City Airport-Small Airport
Johnson County Airport-Small Airport
Lanni Field-Small Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Lower Creek Airport-Small Airport
Maxwell Airport-Small Airport
Mountain Empire Airport-Small Airport
Mouse and Snake Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Skyland Airport-Small Airport
Skyline Peak Airport-Small Airport
South Fork Field-Small Airport
Southern Skies Airstrip-Small Airport
Southfork Airport-Small Airport
Taylorsville Airport-Small Airport
Tazewell County Airport-Small Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
White Oak Stand Airport-Small Airport
Wilkes County AirportIKBSmall Airport

Police Stations in Damascus

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Abingdon Police Department
Mountain City Police Depatrment210 210 Old South Church St

Grocery Stores in Damascus

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Country Corner N/AConvenience Store332 Douglas Dr
Cowboys General StoreConvenience Store111 Douglas Dr
Food city 860Supermarket736 N Beaver Dam Ave

Post Offices in Damascus

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Damascus Post Office211 North Reynolds Street
Laurel Bloomery Post Office

Treatment Centers in Damascus

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Frontier Health - Johnson County Counseling CenterBoth423-727-2100
Highland Community Services - Childrens ServicesMental Health276-525-1550
Johnson County Community Hospital - Senior Life Solutions IOPMental Health423-727-2235

DOL Wage Violations in Damascus

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $410 in back wages owed to 5 employees.

1
Violations
$410
Back Wages Owed
5
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Damascus Old Mill - - 24236 - 1 $410 $82 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Damascus

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DAMASCUS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH200 E LAUREL AVE
HANDS AND FEET MINISTRIESPO BOX 507
ONE WAY MINISTRIES33203 WIDENER VALLEY RD
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH41466 KONNAROCK RD

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Historic Markers
4
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Historic Markers Near Damascus

4 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Damascus.

Name Description
Green Cove Station Marker is on Green Cove Road (Route 608) just west of Discovery Road, on the right when traveling west.
“Virginia Creeper” Railroad Marker is at the intersection of Whitetop Gap Road (County Route 726) and Old Park Road (County Route 755) on Whitetop Gap Road.
Laurel Avenue, The Main Street of Damascus Marker is at the intersection of West Laurel Avenue (U.S. 58) and North Smith Street, on the left when traveling east on West Laurel Avenue.
Laurel Bloomery Marker is on State Highway 91 near Gentry Creek Road, on the left when traveling north.

UFO Sightings Near Damascus

2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Damascus.

Name Year Description
Damascus, VA 2010 My daughter and I saw a triangle shaped something with flashing red lights staying in the same place and not moving. Then there were 2
Damascus, VA 1996 1996 SIGHTING IN DAMASCUS&#44 VA. WHILE CAMPING IN THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST.

Waterfalls Near Damascus

2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Damascus.

Name Description
Straight Branch Falls
Whitetop Laurel Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Damascus

What is the population of Damascus?

Damascus has a population of 766 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 958 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Damascus expensive to live in?

Damascus has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $33,173, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,300 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Damascus safe?

Damascus is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 254 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,181 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Damascus receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Damascus?

Damascus has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Damascus?

The job market in Damascus is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $932. There are 1,578 business establishments in the area, including 104 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 8.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Damascus?

The median home value in Damascus is $186,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,859. For renters, the median monthly rent is $713. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,112.

How are the schools in Damascus?

Schools in Damascus score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.2% of adults in Damascus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Damascus?

The obesity rate in Damascus is 40.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 28.1% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 12.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,095.

What is transportation like in Damascus?

The average commute in Damascus is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Damascus?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Damascus is 93.9% White, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 30.5% of residents have a disability. 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

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