Rural charm along the Blackwater RiverWelcome to the Quality Inn & Suites® hotel in Franklin, VA. Discover the simple magic and quiet appeal of Franklin’s Main Street and historic downtown, founded in the 1830s as a railroad stop along the Blackwater River. Plan your day by starting at the visitor’s center in the old railroad depot, or ask our knowledgeable staff about your leisure options. Visit Barrett’s Landing Park on the Blackwater River, or head out to a more rural riverside area for outdoor adventures. Both the Blackwater and Nottaway Rivers, nearby, offer ample opportunities for hunting deer and fowl, and fishing for striped bass, speckle, brim and catfish. Hiking, canoeing, and kayaking are also popular activities.
Franklin
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