Pulaski County

Play outside among our mountains,
lakes, and rivers

Centrally located in Virginia’s New River Valley, Pulaski offers easy access to I-81, I-77, and major travel hubs – within a day’s drive of half the U.S. population. Enjoy top-rated state parks, affordable education at New River Community College, and a strong economy powered by global companies like Volvo Trucks and Red Sun Farms. It’s a place where outdoor adventure meets opportunity. Play outside in Pulaski County.

Population:
33,759

Community
Profile

2 Most Visited State Parks in VA

Claytor Lake: 4,500 Acres

Pulaski County is...

Communities

Town of Pulaski

Pulaski’s historic downtown adds to it’s modern amenities.

Town of Dublin

Dublin is home to NRCC and the SW Virginia Veteran’s Cemetery.

Fairlawn

Fairlawn is a beautiful village on the New River that’s home to the Pete Dye River Course, shopping, and more.

Draper

Draper is the cozy village home to the Draper Mercantile and the Merc Cafe.

Other Communities

Pulaski County Is… mountain mornings, southern hospitality, and more. It’s also home to Allisonia, Belspring, Hiwassee, Snowville, and more.

Pete Dye River Course: Named #6 Top 25 Greatest College Courses

– 2023 Golf Digest

Salty Stash: Best Distillery

– 2025 Best of Virginia

Top Affordable Places to Live in Virginia

– 2025 Niche.com

Claytor Lake: #4 Best Fall Foliage Locations in Virginia

– 2023 Southern Living

Points of Interest

Historical Attractions

Pulaski is full of rich history, from Revolutionary and Civil War sites to local landmarks. Museums like the Ratcliffe Transportation Museum and Wilderness Road Regional Museum highlight the area’s past. (Photo by Wilderness Road)

Pete Dye River Course

The award-winning Pete Dye River Course sits along the scenic New River and offers a championship-level experience. It serves as home course to both Virginia Tech and Radford University golf teams.

Thee Draper Village

Thee Draper Village blends past and present with shops, dining, and gathering spaces rooted in local tradition. It’s more than a destination—it’s a place where community, heritage, and vision come together. (Photo by the Merc)

Wineries & Breweries

Pulaski County is home to several local wineries and breweries perfect for tastings and weekend visits. Favorites include JBR Vineyards, New River Vineyard, Iron Heart Winery, and River Company Brewery. (Photo by Iron Heart Winery)

Randolph Park

Randolph Park features a water park, sports fields, and courts for pickleball, tennis, basketball, and volleyball. A walking track, soccer field, horseshoe pits, and shaded picnic areas make it a family favorite.

Pulaski Theater

The historic downtown Pulaski Theater showcases both new movie releases and live national performances. It offers a cultural experience that brings entertainment and charm to the heart of Pulaski.

What We're Known For

Pulaski River Turtles

You can usually find game nights at Calfee Park packed to the brim with loyal NRV residents cheering on the Pulaski River Turtles, a team in the Appalachian League. It’s impossible not to have fun at Calfee Park.

International Business

Pulaski County is home to a number of international companies thanks to a welcoming community and skilled workforce. The largest Volvo Trucks facility in the world is located in Pulaski County, as well as other international companies such as James Hardie (Ireland) and Red Sun Farms (Mexico).

State Parks

Pulaski County is home to the two most-visited state parks in Virginia. Claytor Lake (Claytor Lake State Park) is a 4,500-acre lake ideal for swimming, camping, boating and more. The New River Trail State Park travels 57 miles on abandoned railway beds running next to New River.