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CANAAN VALLEY AND BLACKWATER FALLS, WV
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Canaan Valley is a high-mountain paradise with more miles of trail than road, more designated wilderness areas than traffic lights, more room to roam and more adventure than you can shake a hiking stick at. From the rugged beauty of the Blackwater Canyon to the pristine back-country of the Dolly Sods wilderness, it’s a world untouched, unhurried and unrivaled.
Escape the heat of summer (temperatures rarely exceed the mid 80s!) and enjoy a broad spectrum of activities in the National Forest with epic mountain bike trails or gentle and scenic rail/trails. Visit some of the east's wildest areas in two Federal Wilderness areas or the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Play in our state parks with trails, golf, scenic lift rides, nature hikes, kids' activities, swimming and much more!
SPRING
The woodlands and cold-water streams come alive in spring. February through June heralds the best fly-fishing in the Potomac Highlands. Local guides can attest to that! At the nearby Cheat River, whitewater rafters and kayakers experience the exhilaration of Class II-IV rapids as spring thaws intermittently swell riverbeds. At Blackwater Falls, May brings the West Virginia Wildflower Pilgrimage. Learn about the unique flora found within the northern hardwood forests. Late spring is also a favorite time for bird and wildlife watching and photography.
SUMMER
Summer officially begins Memorial Day Weekend. Cool mountain temperatures make Canaan Valley and the surrounding area the perfect summer retreat. Canaan Valley Resort’s 18-hole championship golf course has been immaculately prepared for the summer golf season. The well-groomed, par-72 course is a challenge for every level of golfer; the putting green and driving range give golfers a chance to hone their skills. In the Valley, families challenge their skills on miniature golf courses at various locations. And, if Parsons is your destination, take time to play the Holly Meadows 9-hole course at Camp Kidd Park. Hikers and mountain bikers gravitate to the west banks of the Blackwater River for the more than 10-mile trail between Thomas and Hendricks and the sensational views of Blackwater Canyon. Outdoor shops in the county and Canaan Valley rent mountain bikes and offer guided tours. Timberline Resort offers entertainment for the entire family from live music to mountain biking. Trail information can be picked up throughout Canaan Valley, Davis, Thomas, and at the Visitors Center in Davis.
The Arts color summer evenings in Tucker County. The Celebration of the Arts sparks Independence Day Weekend with a free outdoor symphony orchestra concert!
FALL
The mountains (and valley) blaze in mid-to-late September. Beech, oak, cherry, maple and aspen take on hues of reds, golds, oranges and browns, accented by the dark-green background of evergreens. The chairlifts in the valley run throughout the fall season, offering a great way to view the colors of Canaan Valley and surrounding mountains at the height of autumn splendor. The Leaf Peepers Festival, the last week of September in Davis, ushers the end of autumn and the coming of winter and ski season.
Learn more about Canaan Valley and request a free visitors guide at www.CanaanValley.org or call 800-782-2775.
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