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From the website: http://www.dipdogs.net The Dipdog originated in 1957 by Lester Brown, In 1963 interstate 1-81 came thru and a lot of the businesses on Hwy 11 left or got left behind. I think the reason the Dip Dog thrived was that the DipDogs were unique and something different that people could enjoy at a low cost.. Then it was purchased in 1966 by Grant S. Hall Sr. and he owned the DipDog til 1979. The family ran the business. Grant and his wife Olivene and children all worked there. It was a lot of hard work but we also have a lot of good memories that will last a lifetime. Then Grant Jr and Pam purchased the dipdog in 1979 and our children Crystal and Justin also have worked at the Dipdog with us and now we have other family members growing up in the business as well. There have been 50th wedding anniversaries celebrated at the Dipdog along with engagements, and Teenagers going to the prom . We also have had Aerosmith come by and eat with us. We have been listed in the Southern Living Magazine. We have also been in books with the best service. And since 2004-2006 we have been voted Best Overall Restaurant Best Service Best Hamburger Best Hotdogs Best Fries Best Chili Best Ice Cream For all the things we have been voted for and for all the years and the memories we want to say THANK YOU TO OUR CUSTOMERS.
From the website: http://www.dipdogs.net The Dipdog originated in 1957 by Lester Brown, In 1963 interstate 1-81 came thru and a lot of the businesses on Hwy 11 left or got left behind. I think the reason the Dip Dog thrived was that the DipDogs were unique and something different that people could enjoy at a low cost.. Then it was purchased in 1966 by Grant S. Hall Sr. and he owned the DipDog til 1979. The family ran the business. Grant and his wife Olivene and children all worked there. It was a lot of hard work but we also have a lot of good memories that will last a lifetime. Then Grant Jr and Pam purchased the dipdog in 1979 and our children Crystal and Justin also have worked at the Dipdog with us and now we have other family members growing up in the business as well. There have been 50th wedding anniversaries celebrated at the Dipdog along with engagements, and Teenagers going to the prom . We also have had Aerosmith come by and eat with us. We have been listed in the Southern Living Magazine. We have also been in books with the best service. And since 2004-2006 we have been voted Best Overall Restaurant Best Service Best Hamburger Best Hotdogs Best Fries Best Chili Best Ice Cream For all the things we have been voted for and for all the years and the memories we want to say THANK YOU TO OUR CUSTOMERS.

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General Francis Marion Hotel

General Francis Marion Hotel

4 out of 5
107 East Main Street Marion VA
The price is £81 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£81
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was great! Room was impeccable!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

General Francis Marion Hotel
Red Roof Inn Marion, VA

Red Roof Inn Marion, VA

2 out of 5
1424 N Main Street Marion VA
The price is £48 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
£48
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rose Lawn Cemetery and Highlands ...
6.6/10 (495 reviews)
Once again the staff was wonderful and treated us like family

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Red Roof Inn Marion, VA
Comfort Inn Atkins-Marion I-81

Comfort Inn Atkins-Marion I-81

2.5 out of 5
5558 Lee Hwy Atkins VA
The price is £77 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
£77
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Atkins. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rose Lawn Cemetery and Mount Rogers National Recreation ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (310 reviews)
So it is a little, in expensive, road side hotel, but the room was very clean, the breakfast was top notch with sausage l, eggs, waffles, fresh fruit, great coffee with a selection of cream flavors, and various bread options s, etc. Bust beat of all was the staff! Met the desk clerk, the cleaning ...

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Comfort Inn Atkins-Marion I-81
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Mountain farmhouse on 300 + acres with million$views

Mountain farmhouse on 300 + acres with million$views

Saltville VA
Stay at this holiday home in Saltville. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Museum of the Middle Appalachians ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
Great Stay!!!
This place worked out perfectly and we enjoyed our trip, and the experience we had.

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2024

Mountain farmhouse on 300 + acres with million$views
Cabin in the Blue Ridge.

Cabin in the Blue Ridge.

Ceres VA
Stay at this cabin in Nebo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Davis Valley Winery is located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
Perfect relaxing setting. Beautiful scenery and beautiful charming home!

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Cabin in the Blue Ridge.
Charming 3 Bedroom Cabin near Hungry Mother State Park and Back of the Dragon

Charming 3 Bedroom Cabin near Hungry Mother State Park and Back of the Dragon

Marion VA
Stay at this cabin in Marion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions General Francis Marion Hotel and Lincoln Theatre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
It was peace and quite. Great get away!!!! Plan to book it again!!!

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Charming 3 Bedroom Cabin near Hungry Mother State Park and Back of the Dragon
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Popular places to visit

Molly's Knob - Hungry Mother State Park - Marion, VA

Hungry Mother State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hungry Mother State Park during your travels in Marion. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.

Hungry Mother State Park
Lincoln Road Movie Theater Miami Beach FL at night photo

Lincoln Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Lincoln Theatre during your stay in Marion. Discover the area's entertainment choices and monuments.

Lincoln Theatre

Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Sugar Grove. Take in the entertainment choices and mountain views in the area.

Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences

Explore the campus of Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences as part of your travels around Marion. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Emory & Henry College School of Health Sciences

Smyth County Community Hospital

If Smyth County Community Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Marion.

Smyth County Community Hospital

Rose Lawn Cemetery

Learn about the local history of Marion when you spend time at Rose Lawn Cemetery. Take in the entertainment choices and mountain views in the area.

Rose Lawn Cemetery

Cities near North Fork

Beautiful view from the tops of the 400 million year old sandstone outcroppings at The Channels Natural Area Preserve in Abingdon, VA. Read about our hike to the Channels on the blog! www.gonewanderingweb.com

Saltville

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