Welcome to Southern WV

Welcome to Southern West Virginia, a region famous for world-class whitewater rapids, sandstone mountains, and horizon-to-horizon forests. It’s a place where adventure comes naturally.

To help you make the most of every mile, we’ve made these handy itineraries. Designed to take you off the beaten path, down winding roads, scenic trails, and up and over mountains, each will lead you to something unique, historic, beautiful, and fun.

As if that’s not enough, get the latest details, itinerary videos, and hints at VisitWV.com/trips. We’ll even give you a limited- edition memento of your travels! But first, you have to come out and play.

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W M E T ST N. V STAT IRG E IN IA Coal Mine Heritage

Southern West Virginia is rich in coal and railroad history. Stop 4 - Nuttallburg We invite you to take a walk down our “heritage lane”, Nuttallburg was a mining camp developed to establish where you’ll learn about coal mining and visit a town that the New River Coalfield by John Nuttall. The Nuttall family was once only reachable by rail. sold the mine and town to Henry Ford in 1920, who then ran the operation until 1928 under the name Fordson Coal Stop 1 - Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine Company. Today, the abandoned coke ovens, ruins of the A B C D E F G H I J K L M N The Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine takes you 1,500 feet company store and other structures can be visited. 79 To Morgantown underground in “man cars” operated by veteran miners. 250 1 119 1 The mine site also has a living history component77 in its To79 get there, take Lansing Rd. off of Rt. 19, stay on Lansing 35 220 “Coal Camp”, which includes a miner’s shanty, coal camp Rd into Winona, then take a right onto Keeney’s Creek 15 church, one-room school house, superintendent’s home Rd. (Rt. 85/2). Visitor parking is in a designated area. and coal company house. 64 From there, it’s a 5-7 minute moderate walk. There is 219 limited handicap parking closer to the site. The road to 2 19 2 Nuttallburg is very narrow with one lane traffic. The road is Stop 2 - Mount Hope St. Albans 66 too narrow for a RV. This historic town was once the largestCharles commercialton center of the New River Coal Fields. In 1910, Mount Hope was 16 55 20 250 119 almost completely destroyed by fire. The town was rebuilt Summersville Canvas quickly, rising from the ashes, and was popularly known as 129 3 39 39 3 “The Phoenix City” for decades. Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout Stop 3 - Thurmond Ansted WV 19 219 Turnpike In its heyday, Thurmond boasted a population of over 700 Hico 20 64 people (now less then a dozen), hadMadison the richest bank, and Lansing 4 41 4 77 Fayetteville had the highest revenue in the state. The now restored3 4 Depot, which serves as a National119 Park Service Visitors 61 Oak Cli top Hill Mossy 92 Center, once serviced 95,000 people a year. The movie 60 612 3 “Matewan” was filmed on location17 in Thurmond. Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 9 5

3 64 60 White Mt. Hope 2 81 2 New River Sulphur Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 map is not to scale Beckley 1 Springs Lewisburg Surveyor 1 Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte - 2 - Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N Babcock Scenic Trail A B C D E F G H I J K L M N Babcock State Park is one of the most photographed Stop 3 - Prince 79 To Morgantown places1 in West Virginia for a good reason. With the historic 119 Prince is a little railroad town that still boasts an active 250 1 and picturesque Glade Creek Grist Mill,77 miles of trails, Amtrak79 stop. This retro train station is quaint and 35 220 and cabins, you could spend a few hours or a few days. picturesque. If you cross the bridge over the New River, 15 Babcock is also located near several other cultural and you will find Glade Creek, a camping and hiking area that natural attractions, and the route is along two scenic is part of the New River Gorge National River. highways. This64 trip couldn’t be more relaxing and beautiful. 219

19 Stop2 1 - Ansted 2 66 Ansted is a quaintSt. Albans little town with lots of history. Be sure to check out the New RiverChar Jetboatsleston at Hawks Nest State

Park for a great view of the Gorge. Before you leave town, 16 55 20 250 119 stop in at The Mystery Hole, a favorite kitchsy roadside Summersville attraction for decades. Just down the road is Cathedral Canvas 129 3 39 39 3 Falls, a spectacular 60-foot waterfall. Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v Stop 2 - Babcock State Park 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout This state park boasts over 4,000 acres of rugged outdoor Ansted beauty adjacent to the New River Gorge. Babcock WV 19 219 Turnpike 1 offers numerous activities to entertain the whole family, Hico 20 64 Madison Lansing including4 paddleboat, canoe, and rowboat rentals on Boley 41 4 Lake. Don’t miss Glade Creek Grist Mill, one of the most 77 Fayetteville 3 2 photographed icons119 of southern West Virginia. 61 Oak Cli top Hill Babcock Mossy 92 State 60 Park 612 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 9 5

3 64 60 White Mt. Hope 3 81 New River Sulphur Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale Surveyor Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 - 4 - 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 19 2 St. Albans 66 Charleston

16 55 20 250 119 Summersville Canvas 129 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout Ansted WV 19 219 Turnpike Hico 20 64 Madison Lansing 4 41 4 77 3 Fayetteville 119 61 Oak Cli top Bluefield, Bluewell, Hill Mossy 92 60 & Bramwell 612 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 This journey will take you from an old railroad city to a small Stop 3 - Home of the Millionaires 9 5 town rich with coal history. Experience mountain views, Take a trip back in time in Bramwell! In the 1880s, southern 3 64 fascinating heritage and unique dining in Bluefield, Bluewell 60 White West VirginiaMt. H experiencedope a coal boom which brought 81 and Bramwell. New River Sulphur coal barons to Bramwell. It was known as the “Millionaires’ Springs 220 Town” because more millionaires per capita lived here than Green Sulphur 64 map is not to scale Stop 1 - Bluefield anywhereBeck lelseey in the nation. Today, you can take a walking Springs Lewisburg When the coal market was booming, Bluefield was called Surveytouror down Millionaire Row and marvel at the beautiful Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44“Little New York”. Today,10 Bluefield is a gateway city85 to West mansionsCrab built by these millionaires. And a trip to Bramwell 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Virginia, and is home to many unique restaurants. For a isn’tOrcha completerd without a stop at The Corner Shop; this old- Pence Raleigh County bird’s eye view of the city, be sure to drive up to the East Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana fashioned54 soda fountain features classic, homemade dishes. 3 River Mountain overlook!80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County They even make Ctheiroal C ownity ice cream! Bramwell is also an WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 ATV-friendly town - join the Hatfield-McCoyRidge Nimitz Trail System at Talcott Nicholas County Stop 2 - Bluewell & Pinnacle Rock 97 the Pocahontas trailhead.Ghent If you don’t have your own ATV, Wyoming County The small community of Bluewell connects Bluefield to rent one or take aF guidedlat Top tour of the ATV trails! Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Bramwell. Along Route 52, you’ll find one of the last drive-in Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville restaurants: Lynn’s Drive-In. Pinnacle Rock is a sandstone Gap Mills 220 Monroe County formation reaching 3,100 feet above sea level. Stop here to Bluestone 311 take in majesticPanther mountain views from the overlook on your 10 Lake 501 way to Bramwell. This area is also located right on the edge Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 of the Hatfield-McCoy Trails! There’s plentyWelch of lodging and 20 12 dining opportunities for 80visitors. Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 3 Bramwell 221 War Bluewell 460 112 81 MILLIONAIRE’S TOWN& Pinnacle Rock 2 Warriormine 161 State Park Blueﬁeld 460 460 Salem BRAMWELL18 1 83 11 Roanoke 9 - 6 - BLUEFIELD Blacksburg 9 LITTLE NEW YORK 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 19 2 St. Albans 66 Charleston

16 55 20 250 119 Summersville Canvas 129 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39

Grandview 60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v Getting Back to Nature 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout Southern West Virginia has so much natural beauty, it is Ansted WV 19 219 Turnpike hard to take it all in. This trip takes you to three parks that Hico 20 showcase some of the best vistas in the region and help you 64 Madison Lansing 4 41 4 get back to nature. 77 3 Fayetteville Stop 1 - Little119 Beaver State Park 61 Oak Cli top Hill Enjoy fishing in the 18-acre Little Beaver Lake or rent a Mossy 92 60 paddleboat. The park features hiking and biking trails, 612 a playground, picnic17 pavilions, a campground, and an Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 activities building with a game room. 9 5

3 64 60 Stop 2 - Grandview White 81 Mt. Hope Sulphur Part of the New River Gorge National River, this section of Lake New River 220 Stephens 2 Springs the National Park has spectacular views of the river as well 3 Green Sulphur 64 map is not to scale as hiking trails and a seasonal visitor center. Every summer, Beckley Springs Lewisburg Surveyor 1 Theatre West Virginia presents captivating performances at Beaver Little Sandstone 63 10 85 6 44the outdoor theater. Crab Beaver 63 60 6 State Park 20 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 Stop 3 - Lake Stephens80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County This park,52 located just outside of Beckley, features a pristine 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County mountain lake, beach, Aqua Water Park, Sprinkler Splash97 Ghent Wyoming County Pad, water sports, a marina, full service campground, Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 cabins, picnic pavilions, an overlook, and playgrounds. Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 - 8 - 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueﬁeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 19 2 St. Albans 66 Charleston

16 55 20 250 119 Summersville Canvas 129 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout Ansted WV 19 219 Turnpike Hatfield-McCoy Trails Hico 20 64 Madison Lansing 4 41 4 If you like mud and adventure, this is77 one of theF bestayet waysteville Stop 2 - Indian Ridge Trail to explore the mountains3 of West Virginia! The Hatfield- At Indian Ridge, you’ll get 63 miles of trails in McDowell Cli top 119 McCoy Trail System is one of the largest off-road vehicle61 Oak Hill County offering a variety of difficulty levels. There are Mossy 92 trail systems in the country. The system is made up of six connector trails to60 the communities of Keystone and individual trail systems that are open year-round to ATVs,612 Northfork; food, gas, andR lodgingainelle is available in the 219 17 UTVs, and dirt bikes. Thurmond Glen Jean surrounding area. This20 trail system connects to the Pinnacle 9 5 Creek trail system. The communities of Kimball and Welch 5 Stop 1 - Pinnacle Creek3 Trail 64 are nearby and are home to some interesting stops.60 White This trail is known for its breathtaking views. It isMt located. Hope in 81 New River Sulphur Wyoming County near the towns of Mullens and Pineville. Springs 220 Stop 3 - Pocahontas GTrailheadreen Sulphur 64 There are connector trails for those twoB communities,eckley The Pocahontas trailheadSpr ingsis located in the ATV-friendlyLewisbur gand map is not to scale where riders can find gas, food, andSur vlodging.eyor This trail historic town of Bramwell, where riders can find food and Beaver Sandstone 63 44 10 system connects85 to the Indian Ridge trail system in 60 6 Crab lodging. These trails are scenic and family-friendly;63 Ronc ebeforeverte 6 Orchard 20 McDowell County. you hit the trails, stop at theP ennewce visitors center off Route Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring 52 outsideBranch of Bramwell.Hinton A rider favorite is theGro tripve from Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool Bramwell 3to Pineville! Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County 1 Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 20 12 Welch Landgra 80 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 2 Athens 8 52 Princeton 3 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 Blueﬁeld 460 460 Salem 18 - 10 - - 11 - 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 John Henry 15 The railroad is one of the defining features of the West Stop 1 - Alderson 64 Virginia economy and its landscape. The tracks did not just Alderson is a219 quaint small town split by the Greenbrier lay themselves, though; they were built with the sweat and 2 19 River. Walk along historic main street and see the old train 2 often the lives of men. One of these men is John Henry, depot and be sure to stop into the historic Alderson Store. 66 St. Albans known as The Steel Driving Man. Legend says that John The pedestrian bridge is Alderson’s pride; the town saved Charleston Henry was the strongest and hardest working man on the the bridge from demolition and restored it to its current rails. While working with the rest of the crew to build the 16 55 20 condition. The bridge spans the Greenbrier River. Take a 250 119 Big Bend Tunnel throughSummersville Big Bend Mountain, a traveling walk out and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. salesman came by sellingCanv aas steam power drill that he 129 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake claimed could out work any man. John Henry took that39 Stop 2 - Pence Springs/Lowell

60 r challenge and beat the drill in a digging contest. The effort Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v These are two small communities on Route 12, where you can 77 l e y R was too much for John Henry, however, and he collapsed 3 Mt. Lookout visit the Pence Springs Flea Market, the Graham House and Ansted dead after his victory. The legend of John Henry still lives One Room Schoolhouse, and Lowell Market, a local favorite. WV on in19 the small community of Talcott, where Big Bend 219 Turnpike It may just look like a gas station convenience store, but inside TunnelHico stands and where John20 Henry is supposed to have 64 you can order the best fried chicken around. Wind your way 4 Madison Lansing 4 died. 41 to the back of the store, sit down and relax as you experience 77 Fayetteville 3 some good ol’ country cooking. 119 61 Oak ThisCli titineraryop takes you through many small towns with Hill Mossy local history, folk legends, an enormous flea market, 92 60 Stop 3 - Talcott 612 general stores, historic buildings, an art gallery and more. Rainelle 219 Talcott is the home of The Steel Driving Man. A statue of 17 ThuYourmond will be following the Greenbrier River and the all- Glen Jean 20 John Henry stands here as a tribute to the legend and also to important railroad for most of your journey.9 5 the railroad workers of the past and present. When you turn 5 3 64 60 White off Route 12, drive along the railroad tracks to the Mt. Hope 81 New River Sulphur John Henry park. Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Leisbr Stop 4 - Hinton map is not to scale Surveyor 1 Beaver Sandstone 63 Hinton is a fascinating little town along the New River 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte with a rich railroad history. Stop by for lunch or dinner at Orchard Pence Raleigh County Springs Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Sinks The Market at Courthouse Square, then walkSummers around County the Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch inton Grove Fayette County Coal City 4 2 charming, revitalized downtown area. WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 3 10 Ridge Nimitz alcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top nion 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem - 13 - McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills MT 220 Monroe County Bluestone N. 311 Panther 10 Lake ST 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 Lewisburg 15 America’s Coolest Small Town 64 219 2 Welcome to America’s Coolest Small Town and its Stop 319 - Lost World Caverns 2 St. Albans beautiful surrounding countryside. Numerous eateries, Take a walk underground through one of the biggest caves 66 shops, and a vibrant arts scene are reasons to visit this Charleston in the Western Hemisphere. Massive stalagmites and historic community. monstrous stalactites dominate the main cavern that is 16 55 20 250 119 larger than three football fields. Take a 45-minute self — Summersville Stop 1 - Downtown Lewisburg guided tourCa ntovas explore these wonders, and for those more 129 3 39 adventurous,39 a guided wild cave tour is available. 3 Lewisburg hasC hesanumerouspeake eateries, is full of unique 39

60 r Marlinton 92 shops, boutiques,64 and galleries,Mo nandtgome offersry plenty ofG arts e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R Stop 4 - Greenbrier State Forest 3 opportunities. Take a walk down Washington Street to Mt. Lookout absorb the bustling small town atmosphere and enjoyAnsted the The Greenbrier State Forest is a 5,200 acre forest located on WV 19 the eastern border of West Virginia. The park offers hiking,219 eclectic shopping andTurnpi diningke this town has to offer. Also Hico 20 visit the Civil War Cemetery,64 the Old Stone Presbyterian fishing, and swimming, as well as cabins and a campground. Madison Lansing 4 41 This state forest is only 8 miles from Lewisburg. 4 Church, and the North House77 Museum. 3 Fayetteville 119 61 Oak Cli top Hill Stop 2 - Brews, Spirits, and MeadM ossy 92 60 Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company features612 a 17-barrel 17 brewhouse with 190 barrel fermentation capacity, plus a Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 cozy taproom built from salvaged pallets and bourbon 9 Lost World 5 Caverns 5

3 barrels. Stop by for a pint! There’s also Smooth Ambler 64 60 3 Smooth White 81 Distillery, which makes whiskey, gin, vodka,Mt. Hope and more. Tours Greenbrier Sulphur New River Ambler 2 Valley 220 and tastings available. For something different, head to Distillery Brewing Springs Green Sulphur Company 64 Hawk Knob Hard Cider for meadBec madekle yfrom heritage fruit. Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale Surveyor 1 Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks 4 Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Greenbrier Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 State Forest Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville - 14 - Gap Mills 220 Monroe County Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueﬁeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N Visit Southern West Virginia John Henry The “Steel Driving Man” is forever Limited Edition Coins immortalized in Talcott, where a statue commemorates the folk hero’s Every year, one of SWV’s iconic landmarks is captured tragic tale. on a limited-edition coin. Each one boasts exquisite detail and craftsmanship.

Getting your very own commemorative coin is easy. Simply share your journey with us after your travels, and we’ll give you one for free. Just upload your photos Summersville Lake at VisitWV.com/share and tell us about your favorite Hailed by many as the “Little Bahamas memory or place. Start your collection today! of the East,” this idyllic location has the clearest water east of the Mississippi.

New River Gorge Bridge Bramwell At one point, more millionaires lived At 3,030 feet long and 876 feet high, here in America than anywhere else. this elegant structure breaks several Magnificent coal baron mansions, records. In fact, it’s the longest steel- charming gardens, and quaint shops arch span in the Western Hemisphere. are highlights.

Tamarack Hatfield-McCoy Trails The “Best of West Virginia” art center This network of ATV trails spans nine boasts a vast collection of fine arts, counties in Southern West Virginia and musical instruments, crafts, textiles, thrills visitors with fun rides, stunning and candy. It also has a popular dining views, and historical stops. area and theater.

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79 To Morgantown 1 Visit The New River Gorge119 250 1 77 79 The New River Gorge Bridge in Lansing is the longest Stop 4 - Kaymoor 220 35 steel arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere and stands There were two mining towns with the name Kaymoor; 876 feet over the river. Surrounding the bridge is the New Kaymoor Top and Kaymoor Bottom. The mine entrances 15 River Gorge National River. This National Park offers and supporting buildings were located at Kaymoor Top. numerous hiking trails and a visitor center. Come spend a After coal was brought out of the mines, it was conveyed day exploring the natural beauty of the New River and the down the gorge to Kaymoor Bottom, where it was loaded 64 unique small towns of this region, known for history on waiting trains. Today, only ruins are left. Moderate trails 219 and charm. lead in to both Kaymoor Top and Kaymoor Bottom. 2 19 2 Stop 1 - Fayetteville Stop 5 - Canyon Rim Visitors Center St. Albans Historic downtown Fayetteville is a unique small town Part of the New River Gorge National River, inside you will 66 full of history, charm and excellent local dining and find displays explaining the natural history and local culture, Charlesshoppington opportunities. as well as a gift shop and some spectacular overlooks. Stop 6 - Long Point Trail Stop 2 - Bridge Walk 16 55 20 A moderate trail leads to Long Point, an outcrop of rock that 250 This119 high adventure company offers catwalk tours under the provides spectacular view of the Gorge and the Bridge. New River Gorge Bridge, including night tours and seasonal Summersville ghost tours. Canvas Stop 7 - Endless Wall Loop Trail 129 3 Chesapeake This trail was voted 39“Best National Park Hike” in 2015 by USA 39 3 Stop 3 - Bridge Day 39 Today readers!

Every third Saturday in October, Bridge Day is held60 on the r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v New River Gorge Bridge in Lansing.77 This event is the largest le y R 3 single-day festival in West Virginia and one of the largest Mt. Lookout extreme sports festivals in the world, featuring BASE Ansted jumping, rappelling and more. WV 19 219 Turnpike Hico 20 64 3 7 Madison 4 6 4 Lansing 41 4 77 Fayetteville 2 5 3 1 119 - 18 - 61 Oak Cli top Hill Mossy 92 60 612 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 9 5

3 64 60 White Mt. Hope 81 ew Ri e Sulphur N v r Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale Surveyor Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 19 2 St. Albans 66 Charleston

16 55 20 250 119 Summersville Canvas 129 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout Ansted WV 19 219 Turnpike Camp Creek & Princeton Hico 20 64 Madison Lansing 4 41 4 Stop 1 - Camp Creek State Park 77 Stop 3 - Princeton 3 Fayetteville Conveniently located two miles from Interstate 77, Camp This nostalgic, main street community is filled with unique 119 61 Oak Cli top Creek State Park is secluded and relaxing. The main discoveries! PrincetonHill is an old railroad city, and used to Mossy 92 attraction? Two beautiful waterfalls: Mash Fork Falls and be a main hub on the Virginian Railway. You can60 discover more about612 this history at the Princeton Railroad Museum. Campbell Falls. There’s17 also an abundance of campsites, Thurmond Rainelle 219 PrincetonGlen also Jean has a rich Civil War history; check20 out the 35 miles of trails perfect for hiking, biking and horseback 9 5 McNutt House, which is the first stop on the West Virginia 5 riding, seven miles of seasonally stocked trout streams 3 Civil War Trail. Then, wander through downtown Princeton, 60 White for fishing, and almost 6,000 acres of lush forest waiting to whereMt .classic Hope cars gather on summer nights and art 81 New River Sulphur be explored. galleries feature the work of local artisans. Here, community Springs 220 members have started restoration projects and paintedGreen Sulphur 64 Springs map is not to scale Stop 2 - Lake Shawnee Beccolorfulkley murals to rejuvenate the city. Lewisburg Surveyor 64 Before making your way to Princeton, arrange a private tour Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 of Lake Shawnee Abandoned Amusement Park! But this 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County grassy field wasn’t always home to a carnival; learn all about Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 this area’s restless80 past, from the tragic, bloody history of Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County the Clay 52family to the unfortunate, fatal accidents that led 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 to the amusement park’s closure. Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County 77 Camp Creek Bluestone 311 Panther 10 State Park 1 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 RE 12 C EK Welch 20 P 80 Landgra 2 19 Peterstown M Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8

N C 52 Princeton O 3 460 460 P R T 83 221 I E War 460 112 N C Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueﬁeld 460 Salem 18 83 - 20 - 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 Sandstone and Hinton19 2 St. Albans 66 The New River is a mighty force that runs through Southern Stop 2 - Brooks Falls Charleston West Virginia. You can see the power of the river at the famous Located 2 miles south of Sandstone Falls, Brooks Falls is a Sandstone Falls. This 25-foot waterfall is breathtakingly 16 55 20 10-foot drop, and is actually classified as a class III runnable 250 119 beautiful and the focal point of this suggestedSummersville itinerary. Start rapid. The National Park Service has developed a small out at the National Park Visitor Center just off Cthean vinterstate,as sightseeing and picnic area on the west side of the river. then take a pleasant 129drive along the river to the smaller Brooks 3 Chesapeake 39 39 3 Falls and the grand Sandstone Falls. Finish your trip in Hinton, a Stop 3 - 39Sandstone Falls

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery quaintG railroade town. Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v One of the iconic features of the New River, Sandstone Falls 77 l e y R 3 Mt. Lookout is an impressively wide waterfall. The National Park Service StopAns 1 -t edSandstone Visitor Center has a nice park and boardwalk out to view the falls. The falls WV This National Park Service19 information and interpretive center are the most impressive in spring,219 but beautiful all year round. Turnpike has interactive displaysHico that feature the natural and cultural20 The boardwalk is accessible for all visitors and provides 64 history of the New River. One of the distinctive features of the Madison Lansing beautiful views of different parts of the falls. 4 41 4 77 Fayettevillevisitor center is a map of the New River watershed on the floor. 3 Stop 4 - Hinton 119 61 Oak Cli top A booming railroad town at the turn of the last century, Hill Mossy Hinton today is a quaint small town with plenty92 of history, 60 612 culture and natural beauty. Its entire downtown was placed 17 Thurmond Rainelle on the National219 Registry of Historic places. Be sure to visit the Glen Jean 20 9 Hinton Railroad Museum, The Market at Courthouse Square, 5 and Otter and Oak. 5 3 64 60 White Mt. Hope 81 New River Sulphur Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 Beckley 1 Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale Surveyor Beaver 2 3 Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch 4 inton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott - 23 - Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top nion 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

Welcome to Summersville Lake, the largest lake in Stop 4 - Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park West Virginia. This lake and the surrounding area are Carnifex Ferry was the location of an important Civil a recreational haven. Here you can swim, dive, or test War battle. On September 10, 1861, Union troops pushed your skills at water sports. The rugged landscape and the Confederates from their entrenched position on the spectacular cliffs surrounding the lake are great for Patterson Family Farm to the other side of the Gauley River. hiking and climbing. Some of the best whitewater in the Confederate troops then failed to regain control of the world can be found in this area, and there is plenty of Kanawha Valley and the move for West Virginia statehood fascinating Civil War history. continued without serious threat from the South. The state park has picnic shelters, a museum at the Patterson House, Stop 1 - Gauley River Pottery three overlooks of the Gauley River, a playground, and This shop offers handcrafted pottery made for everyday hiking trails. use in modernA kitchens thatB is striking enoughC to display D E F G H I J K L M N in any home. 79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 Stop 2 - Town of Summersville 77 79 35 220 Summersville is the county seat of Nicholas County and 15 offers some unique shopping and dining destinations. Just north of Summersville is the Kirkwood Winery and 219 Isaiah Morgan64 Distillery. Stop in for a tasting and tour. 2 19 2 Stop 3 - SummersvilleSt. Albans Lake 66 Created by the Summersville Dam on the Gauley River, Charleston this lake has over 60 miles of shoreline. Its massive sandstone cliffs and amazingly clean water give the lake 16 55 20 250 119 Smmersville the name “The Little Bahamas of the East.” There are lots 2 Canvas 129 3 of3 great picnic and hiking spots around the lake. Rent 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39 boats and gear right on site at Sarge’s Dive Shop. Climb 60 r 4 G e Richwood Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery a v Mt. Nebo 55 122 steps to reach a 360 degree gallery deck offering ul e y R i 3 77 unparalled views of Summersville Lake and the Gauley Mt. Lookout Ansted 1 River National Recreation Area at the lighthouse locatedWV 19 219 Turnpike at Summersville Lake Retreat. Hico 20 64 Madison Lansing 4 41 4 77 Fayetteville - 24 - 3 119 61 Oak Cli top Hill Mossy 92 60 612 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 5 9 5

3 64 60 White Mt. Hope 81 New River Sulphur Springs 220 Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale Surveyor Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15 Tamarack The Best of West Virginia 64 219 2 19 2 The “Best of West Virginia” is on display year-round under Stop 2 - Daniel Vineyards St. Albans 66 one round roof at Tamarack. Not only is everything in Daniel Vineyards is a beautiful winery located just outside of the building made by WV artisans, but the food court,Char leston Beckley. Sample their wines while enjoying the serene and run by Greenbrier-trained chefs, is affordable and offers picturesque landscape. 16 55 20 250 119 amazing WV entreés. So make sure you save Tamarack for a Summersville Canvas breakfast, lunch or dinner stop on this tour. Stop 3 - Grandview 129 3 Chesapeake 39 39 3 Part of the New River Gorge National River, this section of 39

60 r Marlinton 92 G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 Although it’s great to see the finished project, it’s even 64 Montgomery a v the National Park has spectacular views uofl e ythe R i river as well as 3 77 better to visit one of our artisan wine makers in person. You hiking trails and a seasonal visitor center. During the summer,Mt . Lookout can tour and taste at Daniel Vineyards. No trip to this area Ansted enjoy anWV outdoor drama at the Cliffside Amphitheater.19 219 Turnpike is complete without a stop at Grandview where, once you Hico 20 visit the overlooks, you will4 understand where theM adisonpark got Lansing 4 its name. If you are here between mid-June and August, 41 3 Fayetteville Grandview is also the home of Theatre West Virginia’s 119 61 Oak Cli top Hill Cliffside Amphitheatre, where performances take place Mossy 92 60 under the stars. 612 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 Stop 1 - Tamarack 5 9 5

3 Explore this amazing gift and craft shop full of the works of 64 60 White 81 West Virginia artisans. Watch artists and crafters work and Mt. Hope Sulphur New River 220 taste a little bit of West Virginia at the Food Court. Springs Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Leisbr map is not to scale Surveyor 64 2 Beaver 3 Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 1 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch inton Grove Fayette County Coal City 77 WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 Ghent Wyoming County Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville Mullens 122 Greenville Gap Mills 220 Monroe County

- 26 - Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 A Journey Through the 15

Coal Fields 64 219 2 19 2 This trip takes you through what many consider the heart St. AStoplbans 3 - Pineville 66 of Appalachian coal country. Wyoming and McDowell PinevilleCha risles theton county seat of Wyoming County. It has a

Counties have produced millions of tons of coal over the quaint and fairly busy main street and several noteworthy16 55 20 250 119 years, and many residents continue to carve out a living in Summersville attractions, including the Wyoming County Courthouse. Canvas 129 the mines. 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake 39

60 r Marlinton 92 Stop 4 - Welch 64 Montgomery G e Mt. Nebo Richwood 55 a u i v 77 l e y R On this trip you will see ruggedly beautiful mountain 3 Welch is the county seat of McDowell County. The Historic Mt. Lookout Ansted landscapes and striking architecture, as well as experience McDowell County CourthouseWV is infamously known as 19 219 Turnpike some of the industrial history and heritage of the area. Hico 20 the site where detectives from the Baldwin-Felts64 Agency Madison Lansing 4 41 4 assassinated Matewan Police Chief Sid77 Hatfield and Ed 3 Fayetteville Stop 1 - Twin Falls Resort State Park Chambers during the coal mine wars in WV. There is an 119 61 Oak Cli top Hill Mossy 92 Twin Falls is a great place to stop for a few hours or spend a annual re-enactment. 60 612 few days. The park offers an 18-hole golf course, an indoor 17 Thurmond Rainelle 219 Glen Jean 20 swimming pool, hiking and biking trails, and a nature center. 5 Stop 5 - Kimball 9 5

3 Be sure to visit the Pioneer Farm, too. Kimball is a small town just down the road from Welch. 64 60 White 81 Mt. Hope Sulphur There is a lot of history packed into this small town, and New River Springs 220 it is home to the only remaining World War I memorial Green Sulphur 64 Stop 2 - Itmann Beckley Springs Lewisburg map is not to scale dedicated to African American soldiers.Surveyor This tiny hamlet was once a thriving coal camp built by the Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab 60 6 famous coal baron I.T. Mann. All that is left today are some 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County homes and the old company store. This impressive structure Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Greenbrier County sits on the side of Routes 10 and 16 outside of Mullens. The 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 building currently is not in use, nor is it in the best state of Ghent Wyoming County repair. However, it is a wonderful photo opportunity for those 3 Flat Top Union 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 1 Pipestem McDowell County 7 Pineville 2 Mullens 122 Greenville interested in architecture, coal heritage, or industrial history. Gap Mills 220 Monroe County Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 4 Landgra 19 Peterstown Coalwood Ashland 8 5 Athens 8 52 Princeton 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 - 28 - Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A B C D E F G H I J K L M N

79 To Morgantown 1 119 250 1 77 79 35 220 15

64 219 2 19 2 St. Albans 66 Charleston Union 16 55 20 250 119 Take a journeyS ummersvilleto a simpler place. Monroe County is a Stop 2 - Moncove Lake State Park beautiful rural communityCanvas with breathtaking landscapes, 129 This state park has hiking trails, a swimming pool, a lake, 3 39 39 3 Chesapeake rich history, and friendly people. Monroe County39 was first hunting, fishing, and camping. The 250-acre park has a 144-

60 r Marlinton 92 64 Montgomery G e settled byMt Europeans. Nebo in the 1760s. In theRich 1800s,wood Monroe55 acre lake. It’s a quiet, peaceful location in the eastern hills of a u i v 77 l e y R 3 CountyMt .became Lookout famous for its mineral springs. The the state. Ansted remains of lavish resorts that once catered to wealthy WV 19 219 Turnpike Hico southerners can still be20 seen around the country side. In Stop 3 - The Cheese ‘n More Store 64 the historic town of Union, one can view historic homes Madison Lansing This is a Mennonite-run store in the quiet community of Gap 4 41 4 77 and buildings and learn about Union’s Civil War history. Mills. Inside you will find nuts, cookware, spices, candy, and, 3 Fayetteville of course, cheese. Order a custom made sandwich at the 119 61 Oak Cli top Hill Mossy Stop 1 - Union deli92 counter and enjoy your meal on a bench or table outside 60 612 Explore Civil War history in this friendly small town. Start along Kitchen Creek. They also sell custom made lawn 17 Thurmondyour journey at Rtheainelle Historical Society and Museum.219 Visit furniture, wooden playgrounds, and gazebos. Glen Jean 20 5 the Monroe County Courthouse, a Confederate9 Memorial, 5

3 and Rehoboth Church, the64 oldest Protestant Church still Stop 4 - Hanging Rock Observatory 60 White Mt. Hope standing west of the Alleghenies. It was built in 1786 and is This old Forest Service fire tower on top of Peter’s Mountain 81 New River Sulphur still in good condition. Springs is maintained220 as a bird watching tower. The hike is a Green Sulphur 64 Beckley Springs Lewisburg moderate, uphill trek through the forest. At themap top, is not enjoy to sc ale Surveyor spectacular views of the country side. You might see a hawk Beaver Sandstone 63 6 44 10 85 Crab or falcon, too. 60 6 20 63 Ronceverte Orchard Pence Raleigh County Sophia Daniels Shady Jumping Springs Sinks Summers County Oceana 54 3 80 Spring Branch Hinton Grove Stop 5 - Cook’s Old Mill Fayette County Coal City WEST VIRGINIA 971 Cool 3 Cook’s Old Mill is a restored grist mill.G rIteenb is rprivatelyier County owned 52 16 3 10 Ridge Nimitz Talcott Nicholas County 97 but this park-like area is open to the public. The owners Ghent 2 Wyoming County encourage people to come explore and picnic on the Flat Top nion 1 3 VIR GINIA Mercer County 7 Pipestem Greenville 3 grounds. They will open the mill by appointmentMcDowell County for tours for 7 Pineville Mullens 122 5 Gap Mills mill enthusiasts. 220 Monroe County Bluestone 311 Panther 10 Lake 501 Camp Creek 219 4 Iaeger 52 16 Welch 20 12 80 Landgra 19 Coalwood Ashland Peterstown 8 Athens 8 52 Princeton - 31 - 460 460 83 221 War 460 112 Bramwell 81 Warriormine 161 460 Blueeld 460 Salem 18 83 11 Roanoke 9 Blacksburg 9 460 77 81 To Wytheville A B C D E F G H I J K L M N Stay a little longe Find your next adventure in Southern West Virginia. With so much to discover, you’re going to need a few extra days.

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