Just because it’s winter and the temperatures are dropping doesn’t mean it’s not a good time to go camping with your family and loved ones.
Winter camping vacations will undoubtedly feel different from those in the summer months, but they can still be a fun and cozy adventure.
When properly organized, a winter camping trip could turn out to be a magical experience. Nothing beats cuddling up next to a hot bonfire and cooking some marshmallows over the fire in the chilly weather. In addition, there are fewer mosquitoes to bite and fewer tourists to share the countryside during the winter months.
And I know what you’re thinking: what about those freezing nights?! I’ll freeze in a tent! You won’t have to tent camp if you rent one of our log cabins or RVs for your trip! However, If you’re an outdoor aficionado, you could always bring a tent for the milder nights, but that’s entirely up to you.
So, once you get your log cabin or RV booked at wilderness, where should you plan to go? or should you still remain put and cuddled up inside. Well, We’ve got you covered! Get ready for one jam-packed, epic winter getaway. We have put together a list of awesome winter day trips that you can enjoy with your family and create memories together. Let’s get started!
Best Vineyards in Fredericksburg Virginia
Wilderness Run Vineyards & 1781 Brewing Company
Wilderness Presidential Resort is only a six minutes walk from Wilderness Run Vineyards and their sister brewery, 1781 Brewing Company are located on a family farm with sprawling hills along a scenic river. The combination of winery and craft brewery means you won’t have to choose one or the other. They frequently have music for your whole family to enjoy, and host weddings or private events. Weekends feature live music & food trucks.
They have an array of wildlife for you to check out, from turkeys, guineas, and ducks, to horses, donkeys and llamas. You should feel free to bring your fishing rod and enjoy your wine by the pond while you fish. (catch and release only). Visit their website to plan your visit on one of the many evenings with live music and food trucks.
Old House Vineyards
This place is regarded as Virginia’s first trifecta. It is located 25 minutes from Wilderness Resort. Old House Vineyards is a winery, brewery, and distillery near Culpepper, VA. They feature wines, beers, and spirits that are made and grown on the grounds.
It is also popular for an amazing wedding venue. Old House Vineyards offers delicious food and ample seating with a scenic vista and a lake.
Eden Try Winery
Eden Try is a family-owned winery. It is located about 10 minutes from Wilderness Resort. It is a 12-acre boutique winery with a large, rustic barn; walking paths; and trickling fountains.
Best Breweries in Fredericksburg Virginia
Strangeways Brewery
Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg is a one-of-a-kind, 10,100-square-foot production brewery open to the public on a daily basis. It is located 20 minutes from Wilderness in downtown Fredericksburg It features many tasting rooms and 96 draft lines, which are split between the interior tasting room and the outdoor Biergarten.
The main tasting room is entirely temperature-controlled and features a 100-foot bar filled with hundreds of weird oddities and breweriana pieces. You can see the unique decor as well as the brewing equipment and operations from here. Two completely temperature-controlled private event areas, each with a distinct atmosphere, can easily hold anything from a small, more intimate gathering to huge groups of 200 or more people. A sizable arcade and free board game area provides fun and entertainment for all ages, and an art gallery and lounge showcases the work of local artisans.
6 Bears & a Goat
6 Bears & a Goat is located 30 minutes from Wilderness in Southern Stafford County. The 6 Bears & a Goat microbrewery has won awards for their “Mae West” lager and “O’Dark Thirty Irish Extra Stout”6 Bears. They also have a great restaurant with three weekly menus: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each meal is unique and offers something for everyone. The same three concepts guided the creation of all menus. First, keep the menu beer-centric by incorporating 6B&G beer into the recipes and ensuring that the food interacts well with the brews. Everything from the sauces, glazes, and batters to the dessert crust contains 6B&G beer. Second, buy as much as possible from local farms to ensure long-term sustainability. Finally, they make as much as possible in-house from scratch.
The cuisine at 6 Bears & A Goat includes freshly prepared fish, steak, burgers, wings, and shrimp. If you want something lighter, we have a variety of excellent and creative salads, pastas, and other lighter fare. There are also plenty of options for people who have dietary limitations.
Adventure Brewing
Located 15 minutes from Wilderness at Eagle Village near the University of Mary Washington in downtown Fredericksburg, Adventure Brewing is a local favorite “Fred Red”. They also have a “North” location in Stafford Co.
Historic Attractions Near Fredericksburg, VA
Old Town Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg’s identity and character are directly related to its rich history. “Old Town” is a part of downtown Fredericksburg. Explore more than 350 original 18th and 19th century buildings in the 40-block National Historic District. Hit the shops and explore historic Fredericksburg in this walkable area rich in history, art, restaurants, shops, and family friendly events along the Rappahannock river.
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
Wilderness Resort is located among the battlefields of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park and neighbors Chancellorsville battlefield, which lies just behind our Presidential Log Cabins.
Visit one or each of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park’s Battlefields-Spotsylvania Court House, Chancellorsville, Wilderness and Fredericksburg Battlefields-as you explore the history of the “Crossroads of the Civil War”.
Watch interpretations of battle scenes in the serene woods and fields or go on a guided walk along Fredericksburg or Chancellorsville Battlefield. Jackson Wounding Walking Tour explores the site of Stonewall Jackson’s fatal wound on a 35-minute guided walk, while Sunken Road Walking Tour is a 35-minute guided walk along the battlefield.
James Madison’s Montpelier
Located 45 minutes from Wilderness Presidential Resort, James Madison’s Montpelier was the plantation home of James Madison, the fourth president of the United States, whose legacy was his most powerful idea: a government by the people.
Take a tour to learn about Monpelier’s history or stroll the ground’s 8+ miles of walking trails on over 2,000 acres.
Shenandoah National Park
Located only an hour from Wilderness in Virginia’s Blue Ridge mountains, Shenandoah National Park offers some of the best hiking and sightseeing in the country. With over 200,000 acres of protected lands, you can see waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet woodland with wildlife including deer, songbirds, and black bears. Explore hiking trails or see the landscape from your car on Skyline Drive’s 105 mile scenic drive.