Escape the stress of everyday life and retreat to the rolling hills of Almost Heaven for an unforgettable fall weekend. Located less than a 2-hour drive from Pittsburgh, West Virginia’s northern panhandle boasts scenic views, spooky spots and unique activities.
In the morning
📸 Grab a picture-perfect autumn selfie on the Almost Heaven swing at Tomlinson Run State Park.
👻 Take a pit stop at one of the stops on the West Virginia Paranormal Trail. The former West Virginia Penitentiary now offers guided day tours and paranormal investigations.
In the afternoon
🍴 Have your choice of lunch from the many shops within Centre Market.
💦 Check out Oglebay Falls, a scenic stop on the West Virginia Waterfall Trail. Visit wvtourism.com to register for a FREE mobile passport and check in to earn prizes!
🍂 Fly through the golden treetops with ziplining at Grand Vue Park.
In the evening
🐻 Visit Oglebay Park Resort during the month of October to experience “Boo at the Zoo” and a family-friendly spooky train ride.
👻 If you dare – visit another stop on the West Virginia Paranormal Trail. Believed to be haunted by those buried beneath the tracks, the Hempfield Tunnel is open for walking and biking for brave visitors.
🍴 Indulge in a delicious meal at Vagabond Kitchen.
🧳 Stay overnight in Wheeling or Parkersburg
In the morning
☕ Fuel your day with a warm drink from Unity Cafe.
⛴️ Board a sternwheeler for a 20-minute ride to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. Only accessible via sternwheeler, this island is a hidden gem nestled along the Ohio River.
In the afternoon
🐴 Take a horse-drawn carriage ride
🚲 Bike around the island
🥾 Hike the scenic paths
🔎 Explore the Palladian mansion + museum
🍴 Lunch at the snackbar
In the evening
⛴️ Catch the sternwheeler back into town
🏛️ Take a self-guided stroll through the Henderson Hall
🍴 Dinner at The Blennerhasset Hotel Restaurant