Breaks
United States · VirginiaUS
Unincorporated community in Virginia, United States
Breaks is a small unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located mostly in Buchanan County, Virginia, United States. A small portion of the CDP is in Dickenson County. Breaks is located very close to the Kentucky border and is east of Breaks Interstate Park. Breaks gets its name in reference to the "break" in Pine Mountain, a mountain range that spans the Kentucky-Virginia border and ends near the community of Breaks. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 144.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 144
- Coordinates
- 37.296, -82.281
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Elevation
- 450 m
Overview of Breaks
Breaks sits in Virginia, United States and reads as a village. The population is roughly 144. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect culture, nature and water sports to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Breaks
Culture in Breaks
(1)Breaks's culture entries include Monuments. Everything listed here comes from what Breaks is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Breaks
(1)Under nature, Breaks is tagged with Desert. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Breaks.
Water Sports in Breaks
(1)Breaks's water sports entries include Surf. All of it is drawn from Breaks's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Breaks
(1)For wellness, expect Ranches. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Breaks.
Best time to visit Breaks
For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Getting to Breaks usually means a connection from Virginia and your own wheels for the rest. Breaks runs on America/New_York time.
Similar destinations
Places near Breaks that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Breaks known for?
- In Virginia, United States, Breaks stands out for culture, nature and water sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 144-strong destination.
- What can you do in Breaks?
- Options in Breaks run to Monuments, Desert, Surf and Ranches — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Breaks?
- For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Breaks located?
- You will find Breaks in Virginia, United States. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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