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The property is centrally located to numerous interests and activities, some of which are listed below
Links to businesses and services of interest to anyone who enjoys the outdoors.
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Grant County Airport
The Grant County Airport is the only area airport. For general information, please contact the airport directly at the number below. To obtain airport details for pilots, (e.g. runway length, instrument approach procedures, etc.) click the link provided below.
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(304) 257-4435 |
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Bird Watching |
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Bird Watching Areas
With its temperate climate and diverse vegetation, West Virginia plays
host to 300 plus species of birds that inhabit the state during some portion of the year.
Be sure to check out the
Places to Bird watch. |
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Caving & Caverns |
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Seneca Caverns
Guided tour through 3/4 mile cavern ranging in depth of 25 feet at the entrance to 165 feet at it's deepest point. |
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(304) 567-2691 |
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(800) 239-7647 |
Smoke Hole Caverns
Guided tours. See the world's longest Ribbon Stalactite |
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304-257-4442 |
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(800) 828-8478 |
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Dining |
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Available Dining in Petersburg
Arby's
Denver's Restaurant
The Galley Restaurant
McDonalds
Mountaineer Grill
Peking Chinese Buffet
Pizza Hut
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Additional Dining Options
Front Porch Restaurant
- Seneca Rocks
Seneca Restaurant - Seneca Caverns
Shawnee Restaurant - Seneca Rocks
Wildernest Inn - Rough Run
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Golf |
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Raven Golf Club At Snowshoe Mountain
A regulation 18-hole course in a naturally rugged setting - named one of the top ten
American courses by Golf Digest. |
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(304) 572-6500 |
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(877) 441-4386 |
Valley View Golf Club
A public 18-hole golf course near historic Moorefield. |
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(304) 538-6564 |
Canaan Valley Resorts Golf Course
This four season destination includes an 18 hole regulation golf course within the
Canaan Valley Resort State Park in Davis, WV. |
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(304) 866-4121 x2632 |
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(800) 622-4121 |
The Highlands at Fisher Mountain Golf Course
An 18 hole golf course at The Highlands at Fisher Mountain Golf Course in Franklin, WV |
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(304) 358-2261 |
Mill Creek Country Club
A semi-private club in Burlington, WV. |
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(304) 289-3160 |
Elk Country Club
A private, nine hole course open to the public in Elkins, WV. |
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(304) 636-9704 |
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Grant County Parks |
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| City Park |
(304) 257-1725 |
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Located on South Branch Potomac River in Petersburg. |
| Day Park |
(304) 257-1725 |
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Located 6 miles NW of Petersburg.
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(304) 257-1725 |
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Located adjacent to Mountain Lake Retreat.
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Horseback Riding |
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Yokum's Stables
Take in the view from atop Seneca Rocks by horse and enjoy a leisurely ride. |
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(304) 567-2466 |
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Hunting |
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Hunting in West Virginia is a time-honored tradition in which the majority of families have at least one
member who participates on a regular basis. Each year more than 350,000 hunters take to West Virginia's
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Hunting Regulations
West Virginia Hunting Regulations are available at the WV DNR web site. |
Licenses & Permits
Online resource for Hunting and Fishing Licenses & Permites. |
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(304) 822-3551 |
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Mountain Biking
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www.bicyclewv.com
No longer West Virginia's best kept secret, it's arguably the fastest-growing outdoor activity in the
Mountain State. |
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Observatory |
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National Radio Astronomy Observatory
NRAO operates the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope (GBT), the world's largest fully steerable single aperture
antenna. In addition to the GBT, several other telescopes exist at the Green Bank site. |
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(304) 456-2150 (Science Center at Green Bank) |
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Outfitters |
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Eagles Nest Outfitters
Surrounded by miles of hiking and biking trails, Eagles Nest Outfitters can custom tailor all of your canoe, kayak,
whitewater rafting trips, camping, and fishing adventures. |
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(304) 257-2393 |
Smoke Hole Outfitters of West Virginia
Guided and Self Guided Hunting and Fishing. |
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(800) 828-8478 |
Wildguyde Adventures LLC
Rock Climbing, Caving, and more outdoor adventures for you, within “spittin’ range” of Harrisonburg,
Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley! |
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(540) 433-1637
Lester@wildguyde.com |
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Rafting & Canoeing |
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Eagle's Nest Outfitters
With over 2,000 miles of running through West Virginia,
there is no shortage of adventure to be experienced on the water. From a gentle canoe trip to
white water rafting on
rivers from class I & II for the novice rafter to the more challenging class of river, up to class IV. |
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Skiing |
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Alpine Lake
A private residential community nestled high in the mountains in West Virginia offering year round recreational
facilities and other amenities that also are open to the public. |
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(304) 789-2481 |
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(800) 752-7179 |
Elk River Touring Center
Located in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest, Elk River offers cross-country skiing on
trails which criss cross the Highland Scenic Highway 150. |
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(304) 572-3771 |
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(800) 572-3771 |
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
A Destination offering a variety of slopes for all ages. |
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(304) 866-4121 |
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(800) 622-4121 |
SnowShoe
Snowshoe offers one of the most complete park experiences in the East.
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Timberline
Also in the Cannan Valley, Timberline includes 36 slopes, tubing and sledding areas,
restaurants, and more. |
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(800) SNOWING |
White Grass Ski Touring Center
Located in a corner of the Cabin Mountain range of West Virginia's High Alleghenies, White Grass maintains
50 km of trails ranging from 3200 ft to 4400 ft.
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(304) 866-4114 |
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Harrisonburg, VA |
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Via Ferrata - Nelson Rocks Preserve
Thrilling summits and unforgettable views along this 3/4 mile-long, self-belayed climbing adventure.
Permanently installed safety system provides accessibility to those without technical rock climbing skills. |
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(800) 729-9230 |
The Sole Source
High quality Outdoor and comfort footwear. |
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(540) 564-2668 |
Wilderness Voyagers
Backpacking, Camping, Climbing Gear and Fine Outdoor Clothing Since 1983. |
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(540) 434-7234 |
Shenandoah Bicycle Company
Dedicated to supporting cyclists of all levels by providing the highest quality service,
products, and experience, in a unique, inviting, and fun environment.
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(540) 437-9000 |
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Winchester, VA |
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Mountain Trails
Outdoor, casual, and techincal clothing for the outdoor enthusiast.
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(540) 667-0030 |
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