--- title: 6 Reasons to Visit Almost Heaven this Fall date: 2026-04-23T10:08:00-05:00 author: Click Rain Inc. canonical_url: "https://www.canaanresort.com/6-reasons-to-visit-almost-heaven-this-fall" section: Pages --- ![A smiling woman walks a large curly-haired dog on a leash through a forest with colorful autumn leaves covering the ground and sunlight shining through the trees.](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/Screenshot-2026-04-03-at-8.54.52-AM.png?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=550&h=769&q=98&f=webp&c=1ac8ee4e&v=8af1c82f2d102a7b46b47dc87332a072d21192324fb284b74933184a91bfda61) # 6 Reasons to Visit "Almost Heaven" this Fall The changing of the seasons is the perfect excuse to plan a West Virginia getaway this fall. If you’re looking for adventure and somewhere you can simply unwind, Canaan Valley Resort is the place to visit. Whether you like to hit the trails or kick your feet up, you’ll find endless activities that match your vacation mode. Here are a few reasons why we love Canaan Valley Resort in the fall. ![](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Hiking-and-Biking/IMG_3756.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=972b858d&v=8dc87d063665c0efde58d9a58cecc0fde905b198f08b2f27d579be56450472c1) ### 1) Nature Hikes The West Virginia State Park is located in the Potomac Highlands region of West Virginia and has some of the most breathtaking views. Witness firsthand the leaves changing colors and breathe in the crisp fall air. Put on your hiking boots and explore [**18 miles of marked trails**](https://www.canaanresort.com/summer-activities/hiking-biking)**.** Get up close and personal with nature and admire the beautiful landscape of West Virginia. Take an early morning hike and watch the sunrise from a mountain top for a truly memorable experience. ![A person wearing a helmet rides a mountain bike along a sunlit dirt trail through a lush, green forest with tall trees and ferns on both sides.](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/20210722MounatinBiking11.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=42633cf7&v=7bed896a6ed2dc2fbfc62e425945d12281f586a064a088110918c25b67455767) ### 2) Mountain Biking Prefer to hit the trails on two wheels? Canaan Valley Resort has you covered with bike rentals**.** You'll love our new six-mile "Promise Land Trail" that provides some of the best views. Take a family bike ride and go at your own speed. Stop to refuel with a picnic lunch and take in the beautiful backdrop of the Allegheny Mountains. ![](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/20210620RockWall2.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=8a1876c5&v=8751bd35f50930ce160627d38cc05ed5ec40b00cbcf7db12c94e467f87814edb) ### 3) Climbing Wall Try something new and scale the climbing wall at Canaan Valley Resort. It’s the perfect family activity and is built for all ages. The wall allows for three climbers at a time so you can race your friends to the top. ![](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/IMG_7924.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=918031e5&v=7f1060e7af3c496b8c572f6dd452c72b792873c1d9499497e6125328bcd12644) ### 4) Golf Tee off at the 18-hole, par 72 [**golf course**](https://www.canaanresort.com/summer-activities/golf) surrounded by the beautiful West Virginia countryside. It features 65 sand bunkers and eight water hazards, making it the perfect course for both novice and experienced golfers. The course ranks 12th in the state, and *Golf Digest* magazine gave it a four-star rating. ![A person wearing a cap and pink shirt aims a shotgun upward at an outdoor shooting range, surrounded by green grass and trees under a blue sky.](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/IMG_9212.jpg?mode=fit&pos=0.2646-0.5661&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=3e1a3ac0&v=9a7f1562ad808b5e283ac57ccc352627f408f83548e7cf00c49db4bcd5fed4cc) ### 5) Sporting Clays Enjoy the great outdoors and [**shoot clay pigeon targets**](https://www.canaanresort.com/summer-activities/sporting-clays) at the same time. Those 12 and older can test their aim at the one-of-a-kind range. This activity makes for great family or team bonding. Authorized personnel assists shooters during the sessions, which consist of five different positions. ![](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/IMG_3741.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=500&h=300&q=98&f=webp&upscale=0&c=04743f51&v=e50a9e21f6c3329cbc6cac86a2850b6502ccdefbf032d87bf82c13ecd6446ddc) ### 6) Scenic Chairlift Ride Get a breathtaking bird's eye view of the valley and Allegheny Mountains from our [**scenic chairlift ride**](https://www.canaanresort.com/summer-activities/scenic-chairlift-ride)**.** The picturesque landscape comes alive in the fall as the leaves change and surround you in a sea of color. It's the best seat in the house. Ride the lift both ways, or get off at the top and hike the two miles back to base camp. Whichever you choose, you won't be disappointed. ![A person with a backpack stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking a lush, green forested valley and distant rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky.](https://d22sa6onac4iiq.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Photos-for-website/Screenshot-2026-04-03-at-10.15.22-AM.png?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=550&h=700&q=98&f=webp&c=f14bd43f&v=0c5d67307290e02c1213e66a3db56cc1984edfc098b53ff97b55acdabe2bdfac) ## Ready for a Fall Getaway? Book your fall getaway today and spend your vacation in crisp mountain air under blue skies and surrounded by the beauty of "Almost Heaven." Stay in one of our lodge rooms or cozy cabins to be up close to the beauty of the season. [ Check Availability ](https://canaanvalley.ibe.stayntouch.com/)