The temperatures are beginning to cool off, leaves are starting to change, and your September adventure awaits! PLAY Roanoke is ready to help you explore outdoors this fall with a wide range of bikes, hikes, paddles, and more! Whether you’re looking to try something brand-new, eager for a unique experience, or just wanting to get outside – you’ll find what you’re looking for. Check out our tops picks, and browse our full activity calendar for even more.
Moon Paddle Series
Explore Carvins Cove like you’ve never seen it before. This Moon Paddle Series gives you three unique opportunities to paddle the cove as the moon rises above the mountains. Start with the Full Moon Paddle for the brightest evening experience. Join the Quarter Moon Paddle or New Moon Paddle for even more nocturnal fun. Offered weekly from September 8 to September 22. Sign Up
Buffalo Mountain Hike and Explore Floyd
Enjoy an out-of-town adventure with a trip to Floyd! This hike at the Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve is short but steep, and offers some of the best views in the area from the bald knob. After the hike, we’ll stop in Floyd for a relaxing lunch and time to explore. All transportation is provided. Sign Up
Beginner Mountain Bike Shuttle & Ride
Get VIP access to some of the best beginner mountain biking trails at Carvins Cove! This shuttle will take you past the parking lot and bring you straight into the cove so you can skip the standard approach. We’ll cover basic skills together and head out on a group ride, perfect for beginners. Sign Up
Outdoor Photography Workshop
Learn how to capture your outdoor adventures this fall. This outdoor photography workshop will cover a wide range of topics from general camera knowledge and settings to more specific techniques and styles. Sign Up
Bonus: Crash the Cove and Sunset Spin Cyclocross Races!
We’ve got two great beginner-friendly races this September! Crash the Cove is the first paddle race at Carvins Cove, and features a 2-mile sprint course or a 5-mile distance course. Canoes, Kayaks, and SUPs are welcome! For bike racers, the Sunset Spin Cyclocross is our pre-GO Cross race to help riders prepare.
