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Winterplace Ski Resort has 27 trails, nine lifts, and snowtubing and snowboarding parks. There are several restaurants, cafes, and lounges, and we’ll provide shuttle service up the mountain. 8.7 miles away. www.winterplace.com or 800-607-SNOW. | |
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The New
River Gorge National River includes 53 miles of national river and is
surrounded by 70,000 acres of national parkland. 10 miles away.
www.nps.gov/neri or 304-574-2115
The New River Gorge Bridge in Fayette County is the second longest steel-arch bridge in the world. It’s the site for numerous interesting events, including Bridge Day on the third Sunday of October, an event attracting up to a quarter million people. 35 miles away. www.nps.gov/neri/bridge or 800-927-0263 |
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Theatre West Virginia, part of the New River Gorge National River, presents seasonal dramas under the evening sky. 6 miles away. 304-256-6800 | |
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Tamarack is a world-class art market where you’ll find beautiful products, demonstrations, performances and dining opportunities. 10 miles away. www.tamarackwv.com or 304-256-6843 | |
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The Gauley River, open for six weeks around Labor Day, ranks in the top five in the world for whitewater adventure. Serious rafters call 304-574-2115. | |
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Little Beaver State Park provides swimming, boating, fishing, a picnic area, game room, boat rentals and hiking trails. 5 miles away. 304-763-2494 | |
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Beckley Renaissance is full of shops and
dining, and home to numerous festivals. 6 miles away. 304-256-1776 Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine offers tours of mining techniques, from primitive to modern. 6 miles away, 304-256-1747. |
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For more information on
things to do in the area, contact: Southern West Virginia Convention & Visitors Bureau www.visitwv.com or 800-VISIT-WV Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce 877-987-3847 www.brccc.com |