A Spectacular Array Of Attractions Near Our West Virginia Hotel Resort

• American Mountain Theatre - Enjoy the freshest sound in the mountains. The fun begins the moment the Due Time Band hits the stage. Performing both contemporary and classic Country, Bluegrass, Cajun, Western Swing, Pop, and Gospel - these talented entertainers love to perform - and it shows!
• Blackwater Falls- where many observation points afford you panoramic views of the half-mile wide canyon. The black water is a result of leached tannic acid from fallen hemlock and red spruce trees. The falls are one of the most photographed sites in West Virginia.
• Blackwater Outdoor Adventures - offering an unforgettable excursion down West Virginia’s whitewater rapids along the Cheat River. *Discount coupons available at Canaan Valley Resort.
• Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge - The Nation's 500th Fish & Wildlife Refuge offers more than 20 miles of public-use trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Upcoming 2008 events
• Cass Scenic Railroad - featuring old logging trains pulled by Shay Engines, restored as a living museum of railroading and lumbering. The train operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day and on fall foliage weekends in October.
• Dolly Sods Wilderness Area- The 10,215 acre property is located on the Allegheny Plateau, part of the Allegheny mountain range. The plant life is unique in that is is normally found in areas farther north. Flowering plants (May - Early July) that can be found include rhododendron, mountain laurel, and wild azaleas. Open year round (except during winter storms, visitors should use caution as storms develop rapidly) offering breathtaking views, scenic overlooks, hiking trails, a picnic area and camping area.
• Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad- where you can ride the rails of Cheat Mountain … featuring the Durbin Rocket, The Salamander, and Tygart Flyer Railroads.
  
• Harman's North Fork Cottages- Luxury log cabins located on the banks of a private trophy trout stream within the Spruce n-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area adjacent to the Dolly Sods Wilderness. These riverside log cabins include: romantic hot tubs & cozy fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, satellite television and WIFI, direct access to private trophy trout stream, plus nearby activities (UTV wilderness tours, rock climbing, and horseback riding).
  
• Mountain Made Artisan Gallery- Contemporary style marries Appalachian tradition in the Buxton & Landstreet Building a former coal company store, which has been carefully restored to bring new life into the historic structure. The Artisan Gallery features the work of 600 West Virginia artisans. *Lodge packages can be offered to participants of art classes. 
• Mountain Trail Rides - see the mountains of beautiful West Virginia from horseback while riding through Canaan Valley. A petting zoo and pony rides are available for the smaller members in your party. *Discount coupons offered at Canaan Valley Resort.
• National Radio Astronomy Observatory- The observatory is home to the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope, the largest fully steerable dish in the world.Scientists from around the world use this telescope to study planets & comets in our own Solar System, to quasars & galaxies billions of light-years away. Guided tours and general public welcome. Enjoy the hands-on science center.
• Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad - a diesel-powered, open-window coach train. A 3.5-hour round trip takes you through the South Branch Trough, where you might see a soaring eagle.
• Seneca Caverns- located in the scenic Germany Valley, offers two guided caverns for touring. Seneca Cavern is a guided, 1 mile tour with light. The Stratosphere Balloon Cavern is more adventurous, with no electricity, and portions of the path require use of a rope (cemented in place along the path) and some steep slopes. Family activities such as gemstone mining, miniature golf, and restaurant facilities offering lunch in the dining room or porch overlooking the valley. Picnic areas and shaded pavilion available. Group discounts welcome for 10 or more guest.
• Seneca Rocks - a 900-foot-high formation with a visitor's center at the base. Take rock climbing lessons and scale the mountain, or non-climbers may reach the lofty heights of the rocks and view the scenic valley below by taking a 1.3 mile steep trail up the west side of the mountain.
• Smoke Hole Caverns- tours offered year round. Magnificent formations are the results of millions of years of intricate processes and trillions of drops of mineral laden water seeping through the limestone bedrock which leaves trace mineral deposits that over millions of years creates spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, flow-stone, columns and dazzling multi-colored formations that you will see in the WV Underground.