Central West Virginia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Summersville featuring heritage elements
Central West Virginia
Central West Virginia
Central West Virginia which includes mountains, railway items and tranquil scenes
Central West Virginia which includes tranquil scenes and a small town or village

Where to stay in Central West Virginia

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South Mountain

While South Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Raven Golf Club and Split Rock Pools are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Mountain
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Mountain Base

Though Mountain Base may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Split Rock Pools and Raven Golf Club.

Mountain Base
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Slatyfork Farm

When in Slatyfork Farm, you can plan a visit to Ball Hooter Ski Lift and Split Rock Pools, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Slatyfork Farm
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Hawthorne Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Hawthorne Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Raven Golf Club and Split Rock Pools.

Hawthorne Valley
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Locust Glen

While Locust Glen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pocahontas County Historical Society Museum and Mount Airy Gallery of Fine Arts.

Locust Glen
The Blennerhassett Hotel

The Blennerhassett Hotel

3.5 out of 5
320 Market Street, Parkersburg, WV
The price is 4.002.458 ₫ per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
4.002.458 ₫
4.658.462 ₫ total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star historic hotel in Parkersburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Nice place!!
"Nice hotel. Great history. Beautiful place. Cool restaurant and bar. The front door and registration staff are positioned for a high class experience but can’t really pull it off as they seem to lack dedication and training. But overall, very good. Will stay there again."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

The Blennerhassett Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites Summersville / New River National Park

La Quinta Inn & Suites Summersville / New River National Park

3 out of 5
106 Merchants Walk Shopping, Summersville, WV
The price is 2.710.406 ₫ per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
2.710.406 ₫
3.062.760 ₫ total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Summersville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,259 reviews)
"The property was just of the Highway but far enough away to enjoy a good night’s sleep. Breakfast was adequate, a tad cold for being a hot breakfast. The breakfast lady did her best to replenish most of the items, the coffee was on the cold side. All in all would stay again and for sure would ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites Summersville / New River National Park
The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

3 out of 5
101 Front St, Marietta, OH
The price is 2.959.425 ₫ per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
2.959.425 ₫
3.351.549 ₫ total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Marietta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel
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Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

Brushcreek Falls RV Resort

3 out of 5
5127 Eads Mill Rd, Princeton, WV
Stay at this 3-star golf cabin in Princeton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)
"Well maintained, staff were very couteous and mini golf was quite fun. We stayed in the farm house that can accomodate upto 12 guests (4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms), the house was decorated with antique/rusty tools that gave it a unique character,kids loved it!! Overall it was a fun experience."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Brushcreek Falls RV Resort
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Popular places to visit

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum

Find out about the history of Weston when you take a trip to Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
West Virginia Wesleyan College

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of West Virginia Wesleyan College during your trip to Buckhannon. Experience the area's festivals and entertainment choices.

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Snowshoe Mountain

Hit the slopes in Snowshoe with a visit to Snowshoe Mountain. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or seek out the snowshoeing.

Snowshoe Mountain

Cass Scenic Railroad

Enjoy an outing to Cass Scenic Railroad during your stay in Cass. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the snowshoeing.

Cass Scenic Railroad

Monongahela National Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Monongahela National Forest, a lovely green space in Durbin.

Monongahela National Forest

Greenbrier River Trail

You can take time to visit Greenbrier River Trail during your travels to Marlinton. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Greenbrier River Trail

Cities near Central West Virginia

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