The Ultimate Guide to Winter in Almost Heaven

This winter, we did our research and curated the ultimate guide to winter in Almost Heaven. From sledding down the longest sled run along the East Coast to experiencing Fasnacht in Helvetia, a charming village settled by Swiss and German immigrants, winter in the Mountain State is truly a magical time. And this list will lead you on incredible mountain adventures:

• Race down the longest sled run along the East Coast at Blackwater Falls State Park.
• Enroll a learn to ski class at Winterplace Ski Resort.
• Stay in a cozy cabin at Watoga State Park.
• Go for a winter hike at one of West Virginia’s 45 state parks and forests.
• Drink a Holiday Blonde Spice Ale at Morgantown Brewing Company.
• Ride the Polar Express at the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad.
• Experience Fasnacht in Helvetia.
• Cruise along in a heated UTV and enjoy a back-country dinner tour at Snowshoe Mountain Resort.
• Try cross-country skiing at White Grass Ski Touring Center.
• Try water from around the world at the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting.
• Hit the slots for a weekend with lady luck at one of the Mountain State casinos.
• Shop for locally made West Virginia goods at Tamarack.
• Catch the action at a Wheeling Nailers hockey game, an affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
• Enjoy tea at the Eckert House – the crown jewel of Victorian Wheeling.
• Go tubing at Canaan Valley Resort. At 1,200 feet long, this multi-lane tube park is the longest in the Mid-Atlantic.
• Attend and experience the winter magic of West Virginia sports at a WVU or Marshall basketball game.
• Try a new recipe using only WV-made ingredients.

Remember, as you check off each activity, share your photos using #AlmostHeaven for a chance to win winter swag.

This post was last updated on December 5, 2023