Amherst County offers:

Lakes – Four public lakes for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking: Mill Creek, Thrashers Lake, Otter Lake, and Stonehouse Lake. 

Trails – The county has many trails, including about 25 miles of the Appalachian Trail, which runs through the George Washington National Forest. 

Mountains – The Blue Ridge Mountains form the western boundary of the county. 

Rivers – The James River borders the county on the south and east, and the Piney River makes up much of the northern boundary. 

Farmland – 79,000 acres of farmland in Amherst County, with 42% of that being woodlands. 

Golf courses – The county has several golf courses including Poplar Grove and Winton Farm. 

Open space – Open space land includes land dedicated for public use, such as parks, golf courses, and game preserves.