West Virginia Attractions & Activities

The Mountain Lakes Region of West Virginia provides many recreation opportunities. Activities include fishing or boating on one of the five lakes in the region, exploring Civil War history on the Civil War Discovery Trail, shopping for unique glass pieces and hand crafts from local artisans and more.

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    • HISTORY

    Stonewall Jackson Dam

    10 minutes away

    Stonewall Jackson Dam has the capability to store the equivalent run-off of 7.1 inches of precipitation from its 101.8 square mile drainage area. To date, Stonewall Jackson has prevented flood damages estimated to be nearly $236 million. Damn Tours are now available every Friday by calling 304.269.4588, selection option three. Reservations are required in advance for the tours.

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    • ADVENTURE

    Stonewall Sporting Clays

    10 minutes away

    Our 16-station course features state of the art Promatic Traps, which allow guests to control the pace of their experience using a handheld remote. For those guests who prefer it, Stonewall Sporting Clays also offer a professional guide available by appointment to accompany a shoot.

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    • HISTORY

    Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum

    15 minutes away

    Formerly a sanctuary for the mentally ill in the mid-1800's, the asylum is must-see attraction for guided historic as well as paranormal tours.

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    • MUSEUMS & SHOPS

    WVU Jackson's Mill

    15 minutes away

    Experience early Appalachian life at the boyhood home of Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson. The Historic District includes the following: The Jackson Family Mill Museum, The Blaker Grist Mill, The McWhorter Cabin, Mountain State Heritage Center and The Mary Conrad Cabin. Guided tours are offered.

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    • MUSEUMS & SHOPS

    Mountaineer Military Museum

    15 minutes away

    The museum is open to public, private, organizational and educational tours.

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    • WINERIES

    Lambert's Vintage Winery

    15 minutes away

    This nearby winery is constructed from hand cut stones gathered from various parts of West Virginia. With daily tours, tastings and wood fired pizza on Wednesdays, this winery is a favorite stop for resort guests.

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    • MUSEUMS & SHOPS

    The Museum of American Glass in WV

    15 minutes away

    This museum is dedicated to the region and nation's rich glass heritage. Here, thousands of products can be viewed and compared while the stories of people and processes come to life!

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    • WINERIES

    Batton Hollow Winery

    25 minutes away

    One of the area's newest wineries. This facility is located in Lost Creek, WV and welcomes visitors for tastings!

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    • ENTERTAINMENT

    Clarksburg Amphitheater

    35 minutes away

    This 2,000 seat outdoor venue hosts several major concerts each summer as well as a weekly "Movies in the Park" series. Recent performers have included the likes of Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen, Phillip Phillips, Aaron Lewis, Kansas and more.

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    • ADVENTURE

    Splash Zone Water Park

    40 minutes away

    This small water park features a lazy river, 11 slides including 2 corkscrew slides, a 25-meter competition pool, a beach-entry lagoon, plenty of splash buckets and more!

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    • ADVENTURE

    Skydive Mountaineer

    45 minutes away

    Take the leap with a 10,500' Tandem Skydive Freefall at 120mph

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    • ENTERTAINMENT

    American Mountain Theater

    50 minutes away

    Located in the Historic Rail Yard in downtown Elkins, West Virginia, the American Mountain Theater is the state’s first and only “Branson Style” family-friendly, music and comedy variety show.

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    • WINERIES

    Heston Farm Winery

    45 minutes away

    Heston Farm has created a variety of exceptional quality WV wines that even the most discerning wine drinker will appreciate. The property is also home to Foxfire Restaurant and Pinchgut Hollow Distillery.

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    • ADVENTURE

    Mountain Rail Adventures

    50 minutes away

    Explore wild, wonderful West Virginia aboard one of the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley's four unique trains or one of their specialty trains such as The Polar Express!

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    • WINERIES

    Kirkwood Winery

    1 hour away

    Located in the heart of the mountains of West Virginia, Kirkwood offers wines flavored by the rich mountain tradition reflective of their Appalachian heritage.

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