Beverly Heritage Center
The Beverly Heritage Center is a compelling heritage attraction with a first-rate modern museum, information and facilities for visitors, and a unique gift shop.
www.beverlyheritagecenter.org
Tygart Valley - Attractions
Bowden State Fish Hatchery
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Situated 10 miles east of Elkins is the Bowden State Fish Hatchery. The facility is open 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. The Bowden State Fish Hatchery stocks
streams, lakes and rivers throughout North Central West Virginia. The facility places more than 200,000 trout into waterways during the stocking season, which lasts from January until May.
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Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad
Two classic passenger trains depart Elkins April-December for High Falls of Cheat and Old Spruce. Dinner and Special Event trains. THE POLAR EXPRESS™
Franks Family Music Show
“THE GREATEST SHOW ON RAILS”
Don’t miss your chance to reminisce with us through some of the greatest musical hits of the decades. Our family blend, hilarious comedy, and variety of musical styles promise something for everyone. Join the family and feel the love! Give us a call at 304-460-5009, or find us on facebook!
www.FranksFamilyMusic.com
Gandy Dancer Theatre & Conference Center
The Gandy Dancer Theatre is West Virginia’s only Branson-style dinner theatre and features music from the 50’s-today, Country, Pop, Motown, Patriotic, Gospel and famly-friendly comedy.
www.gandydancertheatre.com
Laurel Fork Wilderness Area
Attractions National Forests & Wilderness Areas Outdoor Recreation / Outfitters Tygart Valley
The Laurel Fork of the Cheat River is characterized by its narrow valley floor with regularly dissected slopes and long narrow ridges. The continuous forest cover of primarily Beech, Maple, Birch, and Cherry is occasionally broken up by beautiful meadows along the river. Within the combined 11,839 acre Wilderness Area the elevations range from 2,900 feet to over 3,700 feet.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=12367
Monongahela National Forest Headquarters
Attractions National Forests & Wilderness Areas Traveler Information
The Monongahela National Forest established in 1920 is located in the north central highlands of West Virginia. Elevation ranges from just under 1000′ to 4863′ above sea level. Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse National Forests in the country. Enjoy breathtaking vistas, peaceful country roads, gently flowing streams, and glimpses of the many species of plants and animals that inhabit the Forest.
Mountain State Forest Festival
Rich in tradition, the festival offers something for everyone; headline concerts, lumberjack competition, wing cook-off, forestry & wood exhibits, juried art show, free music shows, photography exhibit, arts & crafts, amusement rides, parades and Royal Coronation of Queen Silvia.
304-636-1824
Rich Mountain Battlefield Civil War Site
Attractions Mountain Highlands Civil War Trail Tygart Valley
Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike National Scenic Byway
The Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike is an historic highway from Staunton, Virginia to the Ohio River. Follow US 250, US 33 and WV 47 to enjoy this National Scenic Byway.
Stuart Recreation Area – Monongahela National Forest
Attractions Camping National Forests & Wilderness Areas Outdoor Recreation / Outfitters Tygart Valley
This beautiful park within the Monongahela National F0rest offers tent and RV camping, swimming, picnic pavilions, and the beautiful Stuart Memorial Drive leading to Otter Creek Wilderness Area and Bickle Knob.
West Virginia Railroad Museum
Preserving the history of West Virginia Railroads and telling their story. Rotating displays each season. Open April through October – Thursday – Sunday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm.
www.wvrailmuseum.com 304-637-4810
