Local Attractions List

A boardwalk trail through massive rock formations, cliffs, and shaded forest corridors.

A quiet, lesser-known forest ideal for hiking, fishing, and backcountry exploration.

A historic narrow-gauge railroad offering scenic train excursions through the mountains, featuring restored steam locomotives and period rail cars.

Historic park structures built by the CCC in the 1930s throughout the region.

A unique high-elevation bog system with rare plants, boardwalk trails, and educational signage.

Remote wilderness offering solitude, hiking, photography, and wildlife viewing.

A Civil War battlefield and museum with sweeping mountain views and interpretive exhibits.

Scenic heritage rail excursions through Cheat Mountain, river valleys, and remote Appalachian landscapes.

Interactive science exhibits and education center associated with the Green Bank Telescope.

Public access points along the Greenbrier River for fly fishing and catch-and-release.

A 78-mile rail trail ideal for biking, hiking, and horseback riding along the Greenbrier River.

A large public wildlife area offering hunting, fishing, hiking, and wildlife observation.

A designated National Scenic Byway offering breathtaking overlooks, trail access, and seasonal color.

A scenic three-tier waterfall with accessible viewing platforms and forest trails.

Seasonal gentle floats and paddling opportunities along the river.

A historic covered bridge offering a quiet glimpse into rural Appalachian heritage.

Walkable downtown with historic buildings, shops, river access, and local dining.

A vast protected forest featuring mountains, rivers, wilderness areas, and endless recreation.

Home of the Green Bank Telescope, the world’s largest fully steerable radio telescope, located within the Quiet Zone.

The restored birthplace of Nobel Prize–winning author Pearl S. Buck, offering guided tours and exhibits.

A comprehensive look at local history, Appalachian life, and regional heritage.

Interpretive experience highlighting the National Radio Quiet Zone and its global significance.

A dramatic quartzite rock formation and one of West Virginia’s most iconic climbing and hiking destinations.

West Virginia’s oldest state forest, offering cabins, trails, fishing, and seasonal activities.

A quieter ski area adjacent to Snowshoe, ideal for families and beginner to intermediate skiers.

A four-season destination offering skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, dining, and festivals.

Backcountry hiking trails near the Cranberry Wilderness, ideal for experienced hikers.

A guided tour of the Cold War–era congressional bunker hidden beneath the historic Greenbrier Resort.

West Virginia’s largest state park, known for hiking, cabins, rivers, and dark sky viewing.

Scenic forest drive following the Williams River through Monongahela National Forest.