Nestled in West Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains, the Raven Golf Club offers a unique mountain golf experience. Designed by Gary Player, this 18-hole, par-72 championship course features dramatic elevation changes, rugged rock faces, and stunning panoramic views. Course Highlights: After your round, relax at The Raven Grille, offering scenic mountain views and a variety of meals….
Less than 16 miles and 25 minutes away from Snowshoe WV lies the National Radio Astronomy Observatory in Green Bank. Hosting a staggering 40,000 visitors each year, the NRAO in Green Bank is host to the largest maneuverable astronomical telescope in the world, the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope. With guided bus tours of the telescopes, a StarLab planetarium, and hands-on…
Cass, West Virginia is a quaint little town that is only a ten-minute drive from Snowshoe WV. Although this region is best known for its wintertime skiing, the warmer months have much to offer the visiting tourist. Originally a logging company town for the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company, Cass has managed to preserve…
The 4848 concerts will be happening once again in Snowshoe WV, from September third to fifth. The artist lineup is incredible, and you will get the Snowshoe Mountain resort experience. Whether you have been to the previous 4848 Festivals, or this is your first Festival, you can expect to have a wonderful experience. The tickets…
Droop Mountain Battlefield is a historic site located in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. It commemorates the battle that took place there during the Civil War. On November 6, 1863, Brigadier General William W. Averell led his Union troops on a joint raid of Confederate railways in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. He joined with Federal troops…
Watoga State Park, located near Snowshoe WV in nearby Marlinton, is 10,100 acres of “outdoorsy fun”. There’s seemingly no shortage of things a vacationer can do such as hiking, swimming, horseback riding, fishing, and boating. For those who want to stay the night (or several nights) to enjoy all of these activities, there are several…
Cranberry Glades Botanical Area is nestled between the Cranberry, Kennison, and Black Mountains of the Monongahela National Forest, in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. Just a beautiful four-hour drive from Washington, D.C., on the Highland Scenic Highway, this amazing ecologically abundant land was established as a National Natural Landmark in 1974. These glades are nestled high…
Beartown State Park located near Snowshoe WV contains 107 acres of natural beauty on Droop Mountain’s eastern summit. The main objective of the park is to preserve nature and not to over-develop the region. A boardwalk provides visitors easy access to the area. Visitors are able to walk along the boardwalk to view the various…
If the beauty of unspoiled nature is your passion than the Highland Scenic Highway near Snowshoe WV is for you. The Highland Scenic Highway is entirely surrounded by the 19,000-acre Monongahela National Forest. It is 43 miles of natural beauty. This quiet two-lane highway is not spoiled by houses, businesses, or any man-made structures. It is Gods country from start to finish….
Snowshoe Mountain Biking Park is at the top of its class, offering almost 40 trails, with a total of 1,500 feet of descent among them. Miles of gutsy downhill slopes or smoother, rolling hills are all found in the park. One can choose to take a predominately downhill, or a more cross-country route; it’s up…
Summer has arrived at Snowshoe Mountain, bringing endless opportunities for adventure on the Snowshoe mountain biking trails. With nearly 40 trails and 1,500 feet of vertical descents, there’s plenty of stunning scenery and exciting challenges to enjoy. Whether you’re an experienced rider or just starting out, our trails are designed for all skill levels and…
Get Ready for the GNCC Snowshoe WV Mark your calendars! On Sunday, June 23rd and Monday, June 24th, 2018, the challenging Grand National Cross-Country series (GNCC Snowshoe) will resume, with the next leg of this fierce competition scheduled to occur in Snowshoe, West Virginia. Widely regarded as one of the most difficult off-road races in…