Where to Warm Up: West Virginia’s Best Fireside Spots 🪵🔥
As Almost Heaven flips the calendar to the remaining “ber” months, the chilly temperatures make for cozier warmups. There’s nothing like coming inside from an outdoor adventure on the trails or slopes to a warm fire.
This season, find a cozy fireside spot to warm up after your next West Virginia outdoor exploration.
Snowshoe Mountain
Snowshoe, WV
With West Virginia’s second-highest elevation at just over 4,800 feet, Snowshoe Mountain in Pocahontas County is a sought-after spot for all things winter sports and more. Whether you’re exploring The Basin area’s 37 skiing trails or the thrilling Coca-Cola Tube Park at Silver Creek, you’ll be eager to warm up near one of the fires in Village Central.
Warm up your palate by enjoying a hot pizza, such as Cheat Mountain Pizza, or a tender steak with a glass of wine at 10 Prime. Enjoy the luxurious amenities at Allegheny Springs and extend your stay in unmatched comfort. You can also rent a log townhome at Loggers Run. Plan a warmup getaway at Snowshoe now to explore great deals on lodging! This season, find a cozy fireside spot to warm up after your next West Virginia outdoor exploration.
Country Road Cabins
Hico, WV
Country Road Cabins has lodging options like no other. Cross the canopy bridge for a wondrous stay in the Holly Rock Treehouse or unwind in the Sugar Shack Yurt’s private indoor jacuzzi tub. Bring along the entire crew for a cabin getaway stay in a cozy cabin, most of which have a cozy fireplace. Cabins, including Pillow Rock, Spencer Cabin, Marathon Cabin, Surprise Cabin and several others, make perfect weekend stays.
While you enjoy your warmup retreat, take advantage and explore the 70,000-acre New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Take on the catwalk of a lifetime and try Bridge Walk, which takes you to a path below the New River Gorge Bridge and boasts stunning views from 851 feet above the New River. For a suspiciously scrumptious sandwich, head to the Secret Sandwich Society in Fayetteville. This small town is full of several other hidden food gems and makes for a great spot to shop local.
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
Davis, WV
Tucker County is beautiful all year round, and Canaan Valley Resort State Park is the perfect destination to plan an adventurous, yet cozy getaway. Start a campfire in the fire pit at one of Canaan’s two, three and four-bedroom cabins, which are calling you and your friends for a weekend out—access all the resort’s luxurious amenities, including dining, skiing, snowboarding and Sno-Go-ski biking. The park has 47 trails for downhill skiers and snowboarders as well s trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. For more chills and thrills, Canaan Valley Resort also has a snow tubing park and seasonal outdoor ice skating rink.
Oglybay Resort Park
Wheeling, WV
Oglebay Park Resort, located in the Northern Panhandle city of Wheeling, is home to 2,000 acres of year-round recreational activities. You’ll be warmed up in no time at Oglebay‘s excellent lodging options, including cozy cottages and cabins. After a day filled with skiing, snowboarding or ice skating, gather around your fireplace, make a hot cocoa and enjoy a space where you can be yourself.
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This post was last updated on January 12, 2026