If you are looking for a variety of things to do on your next family vacation, then set your eyes on West Virginia. There are plenty of fantastic day trips that can be experienced. Your family will fall in love with unique West Virginia nature, get a thrill from riding a train, visit local caverns, or spend the day floating in the river. Many can be explored easily from the rental homes available through Canaan Realty. Here are some suggestions for your family vacation in West Virginia.
Seneca Rocks, Seneca Caverns, Smoke Hole Caverns
Seneca Rocks is one of the most popular attractions in West Virginia. You can hike to the top and enjoy the views, or more adventurous guests can rock climb to the top! Don’t forget to visit the Seneca Rocks visitor center. There is even a local swimming hole at the base of the rocks! Seneca Caverns or Smoke Hole Caverns are exciting and cool places to visit. Some of the oldest limestone in the area can be found here, and it has the largest flowstone formation in the state. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn something new and see something you can’t find anywhere else.
Spruce Knob
Spruce Knob is West Virginia’s highest peak. This area is great for day hiking thanks to the many hiking trails and the rewarding views. You will also need to find time to visit the Spruce Knob Tower. The tower is on top of the Knob, providing the best panoramic views of the surrounding area. It’s one of the best scenic views in the state. Also, at the tower, you will find vault toilets, picnic tables, and grills, which sets the stage for a pleasant family picnic1 during the summer.
Scenic Railroads
Cruise through the mountains and hills in West Virginia on some historic and scenic railroads. Visit the Cass Scenic Railroad State Park or Durbin Greenbrier Railroad to ride a steam-powered locomotive through the mountains of West Virginia. The train tours can last from a few hours to a six-hour scenic ride, which typically includes a lunch. Most of the trains are steam-powered, but there is one that is diesel-powered too.
River Rafting and Tubing
Take on the Cheat River in St. George, WV. Blackwater Outfitters is the closest outfitter to Canaan Valley. This is an exciting way to cool off during the summer, so please take advantage of the whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, duckie trips, and stand-up paddle boarding while you are in the area. Shuttle provided for canoeing, kayaking, or floating on a tube!
Dolly Sods
The Dolly Sods wilderness covers more than 17,000 acres in the Monongahela National Forest. It’s a vast area, so there are plenty of hiking trails to explore, as well as birdwatching, horseriding, river and stream fishing, and more.
Explore West Virginia
You will have a blast at any of these day trips when you book directly with Canaan Realty. This is your best and last chance to book a summer vacation with your family before the weather begins to cool. Canaan Realty at Mirror Lake proudly offers this selection of vacation homes and condominiums. Call our friendly staff to help you plan the perfect weekend getaway or reunion with family and friends. Please browse our vacation rental properties.