Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis

Atlas ObscuraAug 3

8 Storybook Stays in West Virginia

With lush forests, dramatic waterfalls, and unparalleled mountain vistas, West Virginia rewards those who make the time to take in the views—with no shortage of accommodations designed to help visitors do just that. Across the state’s small towns and mountain valleys, these lodgings turn an overnight stop into the heart of the journey. Bunk down in whimsical cabins and treetop hideaways, pitch…

Park entrance near the motel.

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Blackwater Falls State ParkSightPark entrance near the motel.
Billy Motel & BarBarStylish mountain-town gathering place with a lively bar.
Elsewhere
Four Fillies LodgeHotelMonroe County, United StatesOffers cabins, pods, wagons, and a treehouse.
Fourth Moon CampPlaceSeneca Rocks, United StatesPrivate campground near Seneca Rocks, offers primitive sites.
Schoolhouse HotelHotelWhite Sulphur Springs, United StatesBoutique rooms inspired by classroom subjects.
Country Road CabinsHotelHico, United StatesOffers treehouses, yurts, domes, and Airstreams.
Holly Rock TreehouseHotelHico, United StatesReached by a 37-foot canopy bridge, has a hot tub.
New River Gorge BridgeSightHico, United StatesProperty is minutes away from the bridge.
Lafayette Flats Boutique Vacation RentalsHotelFayetteville, United StatesIndividually designed flats in a historic building.
General Lewis InnHotelLewisburg, United StatesHistoric inn with individually decorated rooms and farm-to-table restaurant.
Thistle LoungeRestaurantLewisburg, United StatesAtmospheric lounge at the General Lewis Inn.
The Town's InnHotelHarpers Ferry, United StatesOur goal at the Town’s Inn (“the Inn”) is to serve individuals, couples, families, and other groups who want to savor…
Bavarian InnHotelShepherdstown, United StatesAward-winning international cuisine is served amid the mansion…

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National GeographicJul 20

10 of the best state parks in West Virginia

There are dozens of state parks and state forests in the Mountain State, offering crowd-free hiking and climbing, quiet lakes, and historic landmarks.

Attracts visitors to stroll along a boardwalk and ogle a waterfall

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Blackwater Falls State ParkSightAttracts visitors to stroll along a boardwalk and ogle a waterfall
Pendleton LakeSightClose to the Nature Center at Blackwater Falls State Park
Warming HutRestaurantWarm up around the fire with a hot chocolate
Canaan Valley Resort State ParkSightMakes a great base for exploring the region year-round
Canaan Valley Ski ResortSightOne of West Virginia's oldest and largest ski resorts
Elsewhere
New River Gorge National Park & PreserveSightFayetteville, United StatesEast Coast's most spectacular backdrop for whitewater rafting and hiking
Cass Scenic Railroad State ParkParkCass, United StatesRide a historic steam train
Hawks Nest State ParkParkAnsted, United StatesKnown for an overlook that takes its name from a folklore tale
Pipestem Resort State ParkSightPipestem, United StatesDarling among families who frequent its Adventure Zone
Bluestone River GorgeSightPipestem, United StatesAncient gorge cut through by the Bluestone National Scenic River
Mountain Creek LodgeHotelPipestem, United StatesOffers 26 cozy cabins, complete with fire rings and outdoor grills
West Virginia’s Waterfall TrailTrailCharleston, United StatesTraces regional driving routes to more than 40 striking waterfalls
Camp Creek State Park and ForestSightCamp Creek, United StatesDiscover Camp Creek State Park and Forest in West Virginia — scenic trails, hiking, camping, picnicking and outdoor…
Campbell FallsSightCamp Creek, United StatesGently cascading falls that drops into a shallow oval pool
Mash Fork FallsSightCamp Creek, United StatesSpills over a picturesque sandstone ledge
Turkey Loop TrailTrailCamp Creek, United States7.5-mile trail with several creek crossings
Babcock State ParkSightClifftop, United StatesKnown for the Glade Creek Grist Mill
Glade Creek Grist MillSightClifftop, United StatesReplica of an original 1920s mill, popular autumn backdrop
Boley LakeSightClifftop, United StatesOffers fishing for bluegill and bass
Lover’s Leap Outlook TrailTrailAnsted, United StatesNamed for a folklore tale about two Native American lovers
Ace Adventure ResortTheme parkOak Hill, United StatesOutfitter for whitewater rafting on the Lower New River Gorge
Adventures on the GorgePlaceLansing, United StatesOutfitter for whitewater rafting on the Gauley River
Coopers Rock State ForestSightBruceton Mills, United StatesShines brightest around mid-October for changing leaves
Clay Furnace TrailTrailBruceton Mills, United StatesLeads to a historic coal-burning furnace

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