The most famous canyon in America and the world happens to be the Grand Canyon. It is, after all, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. But Virginia has its very own canyon, and you could say that it rivals the one found in Arizona. Touting gorgeous scenery, a visit to Breaks Interstate Park’s canyon, a natural wonder in Virginia, is a must.

Breaks Interstate Park is a 4,500-acre park that straddles the Virginia/Kentucky state line. It’s one of very few bi-state parks in the country.

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The main attraction within this park is Breaks Canyon which is considered the “Grand Canyon of the South.”

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Formed by the Russell Fork of the Big Sandy River, Breaks Canyon is five miles long and has a depth ranging between 830 and 1,600 feet.

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Find a scenic overlook in the park to marvel at the outstanding beauty you’ll find here. Who needs to go see the Grand Canyon when we have Breaks Canyon right here in Virginia?

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Aside from the canyon, there are plenty of other things to see and do within the park. Between camping, fishing and boating on the fork, and viewing all the flora and fauna, you’ll want to spend as much time here as possible.

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You can also take a more adventurous approach to view the canyon. Why not fly through Breaks Canyon with Canyon Rim Zipline Tours? It will be an experience you won’t soon forget!

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The most spectacular natural wonder in Virginia is the canyon at Breaks Interstate Park. Rivaling the beauty of the Grand Canyon, there’s no place else quite like it on the east coast. For more information, visit the official website of Breaks Interstate Park and follow the Facebook page.

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For more of the state’s natural wonders, check out this Natural Wonders Road Trip through Virginia.

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