Nearby Attractions

Spanning 110 acres across Droop Mountain, Beartown is famous for its otherworldly landscape of massive, moss-draped boulders, deep rock crevices, and dramatic overhanging cliffs. Visitors can easily explore these unique sandstone formations via a half-mile wooden boardwalk. Open from April through October.

➔ 110 acres across Droop Mountain

➔ Unique sandstone formations

➔ Open from April through October

Step into a totally different ecosystem. Protecting 750 acres of acidic bogs usually found much further north in Canada, this area features spongy peat ground and rare flora, including wild orchids and fascinating carnivorous plants.

➔ 750 acres of acidic bogs

➔ Rare flora and wild orchids

➔ Fascinating carnivorous plants

Tucked into the Monongahela National Forest just off the Highland Scenic Highway, this hidden gem features three stunning cascading waterfalls. A scenic 1.3-mile trail takes you down through lush rhododendrons, with an ADA-accessible boardwalk providing excellent views of the upper falls.

➔ Monongahela National Forest

➔ Three cascading waterfalls

➔ ADA-accessible boardwalk

Stand at the roof of West Virginia. At 4,863 feet above sea level, Spruce Knob is the state’s highest peak. An observation tower and an extensive network of trails offer sweeping, panoramic views of the rugged alpine pastures and endless forested ridges below.

➔ Highest peak in WV (4,863 ft)

➔ Observation tower

➔ Extensive network of trails

West Virginia’s largest state park spans over 10,000 acres of pristine wilderness. Recognized as an official Dark Sky Park, it’s one of the best places in the state for stargazing. During the day, enjoy hiking, casting a line in the well-stocked Watoga Lake, or renting a boat.

➔ Largest state park (10,000+ acres)

➔ Official Dark Sky Park

➔ Hiking, fishing, and boating

Dedicated in 1928 as the state’s first park, this site preserves the location of West Virginia’s last major Civil War battle. Along with historical reenactments (held in October of even-numbered years), the park offers year-round hiking trails, picnic spots, and sweeping views of the Greenbrier River Valley.

➔ State’s first park (1928)

➔ Civil War battle site

➔ Year-round hiking trails

Nestled in a National Radio Quiet Zone to prevent signal interference, Green Bank is home to the world’s largest fully steerable radio telescope. The massive 8,500-ton structure listens to the stars instead of looking at them. It’s a fascinating, quiet piece of world-class space technology right in the West Virginia mountains.

➔ National Radio Quiet Zone

➔ World’s largest radio telescope

➔ 8,500-ton structure

Step back into 1892 at the birthplace of Pearl S. Buck. This museum preserves the historic home of the celebrated author who would go on to win both the Pulitzer and Nobel Prizes in literature.

➔ Preserved historic home (1892)

➔ Pulitzer Prize-winning author

➔ Nobel Prize in literature

Experience 43 miles of breathtaking twists and turns through the Monongahela National Forest. Running from Richwood to US Route 19, this drive provides easy access to the Falls of Hills Creek and Cranberry Glades, along with numerous jaw-dropping overlooks.

➔ 43 miles through Monongahela

➔ Access to Falls of Hills Creek

➔ Jaw-dropping overlooks

Stretching for 78 miles, this converted railroad line is now the longest trail of its kind in the state. Popular with hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders, the route crosses 35 bridges, passes through two tunnels, and offers incredible views of some of West Virginia’s most remote landscapes.

➔ 78-mile converted railroad line

➔ Crosses 35 bridges & 2 tunnels

➔ Longest trail of its kind in WV

Located at an elevation of 4,800 feet, Snowshoe is an all-season premier destination. It boasts 180 inches of annual snowfall for elite winter sports, and transforms into a breezy, cool mountain biking and hiking haven during the summer months.

➔ 4,800 feet elevation

➔ 180 inches of annual snowfall

➔ Mountain biking and hiking

A premier destination for fly fishing enthusiasts. Located along the headwaters of the Elk River, this resort offers everything from lodging and dining to a fully-stocked fly shop. They provide guided fishing trips and private lessons for all skill levels.

➔ Fly fishing premier destination

➔ Lodging, dining & fly shop

➔ Guided trips & private lessons

As West Virginia’s oldest state forest, Seneca offers a classic, rustic outdoor experience. Guests can stay in pioneer-style cabins, fish in the quiet lake, and hike through deep, peaceful woodlands.

➔ West Virginia’s oldest state forest

➔ Pioneer-style cabins

➔ Hiking and lake fishing

Sitting atop Rich Mountain at over 3,000 feet in elevation, Kumbrabow is the highest state forest in West Virginia. Its 9,474 acres provide an isolated, rugged mountain getaway perfect for hiking and stream fishing.

➔ Highest state forest in WV

➔ 9,474 acres on Rich Mountain

➔ Rugged mountain getaway