Sterling, VA, has outstanding tourist attractions that are well worth a visit. Drive around in a Chevy Trax, Trailblazer, or Tahoe to learn more about the region’s agricultural history, enjoy plenty of outdoor recreational fun, and cool off at the splashiest spot in town.
1. The Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum
The Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum tells the story of the region’s rich agricultural history and the perseverance and ingenuity of ten generations of Loudoun residents and farmers through interactive exhibits in themed rooms. The Grandma’s Kitchen exhibit display appliances and furnishings showing what farm kitchens looked like in the decade before WWI.
Su’s Schoolhouse represents a 1909 one-room schoolhouse with benches and a blackboard, and the Waxpool General Store has shelves packed with groceries and candy. The American Indians: America’s First Inhabitants exhibit showcases many artifacts and provides information on the area’s first inhabitants and how they used the tools they left behind.
Address and Hours
The Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum is at 21668 Heritage Farm Lane in Sterling and is open Tuesday to Saturday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
2. Algonkian Regional Park
Discover 838 acres of beauty and outdoor fun in Algonkian Regional Park along the scenic Potomac River. Explore the natural woodlands and open meadows on miles of hiking and biking trails, fish, boat, and paddle on the river and catch glimpses of bald eagles, hawks, and river otters. Swing your iron on the 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course, putt your way around the Polynesian-themed miniature golf course, and cool off at the waterpark.
To give yourself enough time to enjoy all the park offers, stay in one of the lovely riverfront vacation cottages for a few nights. If you really want to treat yourself, pick a deluxe cottage with a deck and a hot tub overlooking the river.
Address and Hours
Algonkian Regional Park is at 47001 Fairway Drive in Sterling and is open daily from sunrise to sunset.
3. Volcano Island Waterpark
The Volcano Island Waterpark, a tropical paradise in Algonkian Regional Park, is one of the area’s biggest attractions in summer. The amazing island-themed waterpark features thrilling waterslides where you’ll scream your way down 230 feet on the open and 170 feet in total darkness on the closed slide.
There’s a gigantic play structure with fountains, platforms, squirters, and an enormous 500-gallon dumping bucket. There’s a splash pad with sprinklers, buckets, and water cannons for the little ones, plenty of shade under the large umbrellas, and Paradise Cafe is well-stocked with delicious favorites.
Address and Hours
Volcano Island Waterpark is at 20015 Volcano Island Drive in Sterling. The waterpark opens for the summer season on May 27 at 11 a.m. and closes at 7 p.m.
Sterling has many fun things to do and experience, from looking at fascinating artifacts and playing golf on a championship course to paddling on the Potomac River and exploring breathtaking woodlands. To make sure your Chevy is in tip-top shape for exciting excursions, call Ted Britt Chevrolet today for an expert maintenance service.
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