Town of Rural Retreat

05/22/2026

Thank you Wythe-Bland Foundation.

We are excited to highlight our grantee, the Town of Rural Retreat, and their incredible new community splash pad project at the Rural Retreat Heritage Park and Market! 💦☀️

This new 1,500-square-foot splash pad was created to provide an accessible, inclusive, and engaging recreational space where children and families can gather, play, and stay active together. Located alongside the playground, common area, and Farmer’s Market, this vibrant addition will help foster community connections while encouraging healthy lifestyles and outdoor fun.

We’re especially excited that the splash pad and playground are set to officially open next Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM! 🎉

Projects like this strengthen communities by creating welcoming spaces where families can thrive, friendships can grow, and memories can be made for years to come. Congratulations to the Town of Rural Retreat on this exciting investment in the community!

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

🚨 Water Service Interruption Notice 🚨

The Town of Rural Retreat is currently experiencing a main water line break. Some customers should be aware that water service will be out for an undetermined amount of time while repairs are being made.

Our maintenance crew is working diligently to repair the line and restore service as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Updates will be posted as they become available.

05/12/2026

In response to elevated fire danger, the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest has instituted fire restrictions within a quarter mile of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it passes through the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, camp fire or stove fire is prohibited.

The restrictions are effective immediately and will be in place until rescinded by the Forest Supervisor.

Commercially available fuel stoves, such as propane camp stoves, enclosed lanterns and isobutane backpacking stoves are still permitted to be used. Visitors and hikers are reminded not to leave stoves or lanterns unattended and to make sure they are fully extinguished after using.

Alert Start Date: May 11, 2026
Alert End Date: N/A

Rec Sites Affected:
Appalachian Trail
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
Order Number: 08-08-14-26-02

REMINDER: Wythe County as a whole is still under a burn ban. For more information: https://www.wytheco.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/62

05/11/2026

The fence will be installed this week. Opening Day is Saturday, May 23rd . Come celebrate our new additions to Heritage Park & Market in beautiful downtown Rural Retreat! 🛝🌊⛱️☀️

05/05/2026

This Friday!