Pound, VA

united states

Pound is a small mountain town in southwestern Virginia's coal country, accessible via US Route 23 through scenic Appalachian valleys. The main approach follows US 23 north from Big Stone Gap (15 miles) or Route 83 west from Wise (20 miles). Long-distance visitors use US 23 as the primary corridor from Kentucky or Tennessee. The town sits along the Pound River, named for rock formations early settlers used as livestock pens.