After you experience High Bridge...you'll want to remember it!

Traversing High Bridge Trail is an experience you’ll want to remember……. and you'll want to get a souvenir to make sure you do.

With over 186,000 visitors in 2012 and over 130,000 already this year, people have traveled far and wide to view the historical High Bridge at High Bridge Trail State Park in central Virginia. High Bridge was an active rail line from 1853 and through the American Civil War. The last train crossed High Bridge in 2005 and it has now been transformed into Virginia’s longest recreational bridge and part of a 31 mile rails to trails Virginia State Park enjoyed by hikers, cyclists, and equestrians.

So, we hear you asking, "Where can I get a souvenir?"

The Friends of High Bridge Trail State Park have just released a 2014 calendar now available. Click here for a preview.

 
A gallery of stunning High Bridge photos in a calendar

You can purchase this keepsake calendar at the The Sleeping Bee on Main Street in Farmville and other locations. For more information on the calendar, email the Friends group at: fofhbt@gmail.com

There’s a really cool Tervis Tumbler at The Sleeping Bee with High Bridge on it.  Did you know Tervis tumblers are equipped with a lifetime guarantee, portable cooler, self-warming system, dish washer armor and much more all in one?  This amazing souvenir is useful and lasting.

Enjoy High Bridge on a Tervis Tumbler! 

Practically a destination in itself is Virginia’s Heartland Regional Visitor Center located at 121 East Third Street in downtown Farmville.  Here you can find souvenirs such as original railroad spikes, historical books, High Bridge note cards, High Bridge Trail State Park shoulder patches, and more. You can purchase these items at the visitor center or by clicking here for the online order form. 

An original railroad spike from High Bridge crafted into an souvenir

This Visitor Center currently features on display many original photos and accounts from the construction of the 1914 High Bridge. You’ll also see an amazing scale model of High Bridge complete with an accurate model train.

You'll find a unique souvenir (and more!) at Virginia's Heartland Regional Visitor Center

Sometimes the best souvenir is one that won’t sit on a shelf and get dust. That’s right, T-shirts.  Find them at Pairet’s , Inc. on Main Street in Farmville.  

T-shirts are also available at High Bridge Rails & Trails Bike Rentals located at 318 North Main Street, right off the trail. They also have a selection of mugs, satchels, and more.

Although you can’t take it with you, you can eat a High Bridge Club Sandwich at Merk’s Place on 2106 West Third Street in Farmville, about a mile west of the Farmville Train Station, right along the trail.  Also on West Third Street, Miller's Country Store sells High Bridge T-shirts and miscellaneous other souvenir items.

Remember your experiences with incredible prints and postcards with photography by Woodfin Ligon. Click here.

Once you cross High Bridge, you’ll want to share your experience.  And you can find a postcard of High Bridge inside the 2013 I Love Virginia State Parks guidebook.  Go to any Virginia State Park to get your copy or pick one up at the Virginia Heartland Regional Visitor Center in Farmville.

After a healthy hike or bike ride on the trail, you’ve earned your right to a “Trail Club” sandwich at Walker’s Diner, located at 307 North Main Street in Farmville, right off the trail at the Farmville Plaza area where High Bridge Trail crosses Main Street.  And their milk shakes are well worth the trip. If you feel guilty about this, then just hit the trail!

On your journey stop by Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park to learn the importance of High Bridge in the American Civil War as well as viewing the famous Hillsman House and battlegrounds.  Here you’ll find a unique museum and gift shop with Civil War era mementoes including High Bridge Trail State Park embroidered patches.

High Bridge on a souvenir patch

Fall is a great time to breathe the fresh air and enjoy the views at High Bridge Trail State Park.  So happy souvenir hunting and Happy Trails!