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Take a Hike
Hiking in the Mountain State is almost endless, with
varying terrain ranging from level strolls to quad-busting mountains. From a small
section of the famed Appalachian Trail to thousands of miles of hiking trails in
national and state parklands and more,
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West Virginia is a special place to take a hike. Practically any trail in the state
will expose hikers to nature’s splendor, but the classic 300-mile Allegheny
Trail shouldn’t be missed.
West Virginia’s numerous “rails-to-trails” conversions offer another
excellent hiking opportunity for level-minded hikers who are into generally level
trails. With more than 30 choices covering upwards of 375 miles, some of the best
options include Greenbrier River Trail , North Bend Rail-Trail , Blackwater Canyon Rail-Trail
and the Mon River-Caperton-Deckers Creek Rail-Trail System.
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Ground, or Below
For those who like to take two feet off the ground,
West Virginia’s climbing scene is world-class. The famed New River Gorge and the area around towering Seneca Rocks are the state’s two most popular
climbing centers, with outfitters in both areas making an adventure for beginners
to experts easy to arrange.And those who want to head below
the surface can step foot into one of the state’s caves. Locals will share
their “secret” spots, but lots of caves are also open to the public
and offer varying experiences that can range from a walk along a well-lit path to
a spelunker’s dream challenge. Organ Cave and Smoke Hole Caverns are two popular choices.
Just Horsin’ Around
For those who’d rather have two feet on either side
of a horse, riding is quite a popular pursuit. The equestrian set can enjoy many
of the state’s 30-plus rails-to-trails options, plus private and public offerings
Camp Creek State Park, with its new horse campground, is a great choice).
From your own two feet to the four feet of a horse, a West Virginia adventure on
foot can be as wild and wonderful as you want it to be.
Golf Courses Made for Walkin'
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With more than 100 golf courses spread throughout the state,
West Virginia’s fairways are a great place for a walk. The state features
some unique links lures, including: a restoration of the nation’s first organized
golf course, Oakhurst Links, where golfers play with replica 1800s hickory
clubs and “gutta percha” balls; two golf courses built on former coal
mine sites; world-class resorts such as The Greenbrier, Snowshoe and Stonewall Resort; and other excellent
state park options. For more information, call 800-CALL WVA or visit www.wvgolfing.com to order a West Virginia Golf Guide.
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