What are some good mountain roads near nothern VA that are fun to drive?|188092

I live near manassas, sometimes I would go to the switchbacks on Bull Run Mtn for the cool view at the top, but that is getting boring. I like to drive on challenging, curvy or hilly or steep roads. Any ideas? This isnt for racing, so 1 lane, gravel, and dead ends are just fine :)

Try paved VA 56 near US 11 - a good number of switchbacks until one encounters the Blue Ridge Parkway.

For a spectacular but rather sedate drive,try the Skyline Drive.Beautiful vistas,wildlife,lots of pull-offs.We had a bear come out of the forest not thirty feet in front of our car.Also saw deer and wild turkey.Speed limit 30 mph.Distance approx. 125 miles.

If you like mountain driving, with switch backs, curves and hills and good scenery, try the road (250, a good paved 2 lane) between Staunton and McDowell.

While your in the neighborhood, check out the old downtown area in Staunton, and enjoy a meal at the old railroad depot (the name of the restaurant eludes me).

This would be a good day trip, or better yet, an over-nighter.

Hope you enjoy, I always have....