it’s a world untouched, unhurried and unrivaled. Whether you’re seeking hardcore adventure or a respite in the peace and quiet of our natural wonders, you’ll find that pleasure abounds during the spring, summer and fall.
From mild to wild, single-track mountain bike madness to leisurely day hikes, your sense of adventure will find direction in Tucker County ...
Tucker County’s pristine rivers and streams offer a diverse range of angling opportunities whitewater challenges alike ...
It’s easy for visitors to forget about the hustle and bustle of the daily grind in a place where state parks outnumber the traffic lights four to one!
It’s a high-mountain paradise with more miles of trail than road, more designated wilderness areas than traffic lights, more room to roam, and more adventure than you can shake a hiking stick at. From the rugged beauty of the Blackwater Canyon to the pristine back country of the Dolly Sods wilderness, it’s a world untouched, unhurried, and unrivaled.
Escape the heat of summer (temperatures rarely exceed the mid 80′s!) and enjoy a broad spectrum of activities in the National Forest with epic mountain bike trails or gentle and scenic rail/trails! Visit some of the east’s wildest areas in two Federal Wilderness Areas or the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Your family can play in our state parks with trails, golf, scenic lift rides, nature hikes, kids’ activities, swimming, and much more!
Your family will enjoy our quaint mountain towns and shop or browse in our many antique, gift, and specialty shops or enjoy some fairs and festivals. Around the Fourth of July, you can enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra. Visit Blackwater Falls, one of West Virginia’s most-photographed sites.