Experience the Best of Winter or Spring at These Stunning Places

Make the most of this time as winter transitions into spring and get out and explore the Mountain State. From relaxing getaways to high intensity outdoor adventures, these places are perfect both winter and spring.

Blackwater Falls State Park

Blackwater Falls State Park is a great place to visit no matter the time of year. In the winter, enjoy cross-country skiing and the longest sled run on the East Coast. In the spring, miles of biking and hiking trails are yours for the exploring. Or head out to Pendleton Lake where you can kayak, canoe, paddleboat, fish and stand-up paddleboard.

Pipestem Resort State Park

Located on the east rim of the Bluestone River Gorge, Pipestem Resort State Park offers everything from exhilarating zipline tours and guided trout fishing trips to mountain biking excursions. Pipestem is a great place to visit this spring thanks to its new outdoor adventure activities. Visitors can enjoy a splash park, tubing, stand-up paddle board tours, zipline and much more.

Snowshoe Mountain Resort

Of course, Snowshoe Mountain Resort is known for its incredible winter sports opportunities like skiing, snowboarding, tubing and more, but it’s also a great place to visit in the spring. Snowshoe has everything a family or group of friends could want. The resort features an escape room, guided fly fishing, disc golf, geocaching, the Raven Golf Club, Snowshoe Bike Park, Hare Racer Zipline, scenic lift rides, as well as Segway tours.

Canaan Valley Resort State Park

Exploring Canaan Valley anytime of year is always a special experience thanks to the areas incredible beauty. In the winter, Canaan Valley Resort has skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The rest of the year activities such as golfing, sporting clays, hiking and biking, swimming, and relaxation opportunities can be enjoyed.

Stonewall Resort State Park

Stonewall Resort is a unique lakeside destination with an elegant Adirondack-style lodge alongside quiet lake waters. Here, guests can enjoy relaxation at the spa and fine dining all year round. In the warmer months, golf the Palmer Course, an Arnold Palmer Signature Course, go fishing and boating, hike, swim and more.

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This post was last updated on March 2, 2022