Outdoor Adventurewithin 15 minutes drive Discover the splendor of southern West Virginia's finest scenery where Russell Breeden''s 6500 yard championship public golf course stretches across rolling hills with every level of golfer in mind. Eighteen hole course, pro-shop, snack bar, restaurant. Open year-round. All major credit cards accepted. Call for tee times. 304-753-4653 93 Fountain Springs Drive within 45 minutes drive 1884 Oakhurst Links Restored for play in 1994, this is the oldest organized golf club in the US. Replica equipment available for a true play from 1884 White Sulphur Springs, The Greenbrier 540-626-7276 within 75 minutes drive 540-980-4653 Grandview Country Club This 18-hole public golf course is open daily, March-November. (304)763-2520 Beaver, WV 540-633-6732
Hiking, Biking, Climbing & Caving Southern terminus originates from the Appalachian Trail near Pine Swamp Ridge above the Sugar Camp Farm. Trail follows the crest of Peters Mountain northeastward to Laurel Branch, near Sweet Springs This famous Maine-to-Georgia footpath follows the crest of Peters Mountain from the southern Monroe county line with Virginia to a point above the Sugar Camp Farm, a part of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. The trail is best accessed from Monroe County by hiking up the Groundhog Trail from the Sugar Camp Farm. Monroe County is one of only two counties in West Virginia which can claim a portion of the Appalachian Trail. The famous Maine to Georgia footpath follows the crest of Peters Mountain for roughly 12 miles. Monroe and Jefferson counties are the only two West Virginia counties thatcontain aportion of the trail. Hike Peters Mountain to the Hanging Rock Observatory. Scott Hollow Cave Recently discovered and still under exploration, this cave contains an underground stream known as the Mystic River. Guided primitive cave tours are available. Sinks Grove, 304-772-4249 Second longest commercial cave on the East Coast and a National Natural and Historic Landmark, featuring Thomas Jefferson’s three-toed sloth, largest collection of Civil War hoppers in the U.S., extended caving tours. within 45-60 minutes Designated a National Natural Landmark, this cave possesses large chambers and natural formations. Self- guided tours of the commercial cave and Natural History Museum. Wild cave tours available. Free Spirit Adventures This outfitter serves the full length of the Greenbrier River Trail A 78 mile trail along the Greenbrier River from Caldwell to Pocahontas County, WV. Originally part of the C&O rail systems, this trail provides access to the river for fisherman and canoes, cross-country skiing in the winter, and hiking and biking year-round. Featured recently in Backpacker Magazine as one of the top ten hiking trails. The trail is accessible from several locations and begins in Caldwell. Cascade Falls 2 mile scenic hike of moderate terrain takes you to a breathtaking view of Little Stoney Creek cascading down the 69' high rock wall creating a pool below. Hard Rock Climbing Services Rock climbing, rappelling instruction, half, full and multi-day trips into New River Mountain Guides Explore nature with guided rock climbing and rappelling. Workshops,
Rafting, Canoeing, Swimming, Fishing within 30-60 minutes drive Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, Lodging, Guided Fishing, Hiking and MORE Guided Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Biking 800-470-7238 800-775-2203 Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, Cabin Rental The park, in a remote section of Monroe County formerly known as Devil's Hollow, offers fishing, boating, camping, hiking, and picnicking in a serene, peaceful setting. Moncove Lake State Park seems worlds away from everyday realities. With all park facilities located within easy walking distance, this is the place to enjoy the simple things in life. Facilities include a 48 site campground,swimming pool, picnic and playground areas, boat launch and boat rentals.This state park features camping, swimming, hiking, picnicking, a playground and a 144-acre lake for boating and fishing. Hunting is permitted Allegheny Outdoor Center Whether it's mountain biking, paddle sports or backpacking, Appalachian Guide Service Fishing, backpacking, canoeing and horseback riding along Bluestone Lake and Wildlife Management Area The state's third largest lake (2,040 acres) offers excellent boating and warm water fishing. The adjacent public hunting and fishing area provides 17,632 acres for hunting, camping, hiking and picnicking. Bluestone National Scenic River One of the newest additions to the national park system in West Virginia, this area is undeveloped, but accessible for public recreation. Bluestone State Park Bordering Bluestone Lake, this park offers boat launching facilities, fishing, waterskiing, hiking trails, a fishing pier for the handicapped, year-round cabins and camping. Grandview Park, New River Gorge National River Formerly a state park, Grandview is now part of the New River Gorge National River park. At Cliffside Amphitheater, Theatre West Virginia presents the outdoor dramas Hatfields and McCoys and Honey in the Rock, plus other seasonal offerings. Near Beckley, 304-763-3715 New River Gorge National River Flowing north from the Carolinas, one of the oldest rivers in the world has carved a spectacular gorge through the southeastern part of the state. Fifty-three miles of the lower end of this ancient river have been designated as a National River. The New river's magnificent scenery and rapids have made it the most popular whitewater river in the East, and the heart of the state's rafting industry. The gorge offers more than 20 miles of cliffs for rock climbing, with more than 700 completed routes and more awaiting exploration. The area offers numerous outfitters, hiking, fishing and other recreational opportunities. The New River Gorge Bridge, second highest bridge in the US and longest steel arch in the world, towers 876 feet above the whitewaters of the New. Just north of Fayetteville, the National Park Service maintains a visitors center with a boardwalk for viewing the bridge. Park Service visitors centers at Thurmond, Grandview and Hinton provideinterpretive programs. Glen Jean, 304-465-0508 Serenity Now Outfitters Specializing in guided fly fishing trips in the Greenbrier Valley and southwestern Virginia. Fly tying instruction and adventure planning also available Shanklin's Ferry Location of the old ferry crossing of the New River; now a part of the Bluestone Wildlife Managment Area. Avid fishermen can enjoy float fishing and stocked trout fishing in Indian Creek. Hunting is offered due to the wildlife managment area status HC 65 Indian Mills, WV 24935 Whitewater Rafting Each year more than 100,000 people raft the New River on an all-day course that's approximately 15 miles long. Many thousands opt for the best of the best in the fall, the Gauley River. Call for a list of outfitters. New and Gauley Rivers, Woods, Water and Wheels All you need to enjoy the outdoors in the New River/Greenbrier Valley. Tours available. 304-645-5200, (888)306-5539 Lewisburg,
within 10 minutes drive Mountain Meadow Hunting Preserve Hunting preserve situated on 400 acres of beautiful rolling mountain meadows and hardwood forests. Offering trophy white tail deer, fallow deer, upland bird and wild boar hunts. The new lodge is a 5bedroom facility with all the comforts of home. Situated on the shores of a private lake. The setting affords a beautiful view in all directions of the surrounding mountains. Take time to relax on multi-level decks or in a rockin' chair on the front porch. Special attention has been paid to handicapped accessibility with accessible tree stands and accessible rooms in the lodge. 304-832-6635 PO Box 120 Greenville, WV within 40-60 minutes drive Hawk migrations and exquisite views.Hike Peters Mountain to the Hanging Rock Observatory. Situated atop Peters Mountain, the site was once manned as a fire observation post of the national forest. Now used by hawk watchers to observe migrations in the autumn, the vantage point rests at an elevation of 3,812 feet, nearly 2,000 feet above the valley floor below. The observatory is reached via a 40 minute walk along the Allegheny Trail from the mountaintop parking lot along Monroe County Road 15. Waiteville, WV Mountain Lake Migratory Birding Festival Our mission is to provide an entertaining and informative spring event about the birds of the mountain region of southwest Virginia. The events of the festival will educate birders of all interest levels and ages. The festival will promote tourism in the area and inform visitors of the many outdoor activities available in the New River Valley. New River Valley Birding Trail
Two Minutes Off I-77 at Exit 28Night skiing, snowboard skiing, children's programs and other family activities at this 24 slope/trail ski resort. Slopeside restaurant and lodging, with mid-week packages available. Flat Top,
Pipestem Resort State Park and Equestrian Center 304-466-1800 304-466-1800
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