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Falls of Hill Creek

  • address 932 N Fork Cherry Road, Richwood, WV 2626138.2473344-80.5251505

Three waterfalls at the Falls of Hill Creek cascade over rock layers of sandstone and shale. A 3/4 mile trail provides access to the falls, including a paved, barrier-free trail to the first falls. This area is located six miles west of the Cranberry Mountain Visitor Center. A scenic forest trail leads into a narrow Gorge containing 3 waterfalls, the largest of which is 65 feet high, is the second highest waterfall in West Virginia.

Falls of Hills Creek

  • address Hill Creek Falls Rd, Hillsboro, WV 2494638.1795858-80.3391578

Tucked away in a narrow gorge just off the Highland Scenic Highway is a hidden treasure known as the Falls of Hills Creek Scenic Area. This popular 114 acre area contains three waterfalls – 25 feet, 45 feet, and 63 feet. The lower falls, at 63 feet is the second highest waterfall in West Virginia.

Accessibility:
The first 1700 feet of trail is a paved and has a wheelchair accessible path to the upper falls viewing platform.

Directions:
From the North and East via Interstate 79, use Exit 57 onto US Route 19 South to State Route 55. Take WV 55 through Richwood to the Falls of Hills Creek. Approximately 65 miles from Exit 57.

From South and East via Interstate 64 use Exit 169 onto US 219 North to State Route 39/55. West on WV 39/55 to Falls of Hills Creek. Approximately 42 miles from Exit 169 in Lewisburg.

 

Fish Pond Lake

Fish Pond Lake

  • address 475 Fish Pond Dr, Jenkins, KY 4153737.1596623-82.6773092

Fish Pond Lake is a gorgeous vista. Nestled in the woods of the Central Appalachian mountains this park provides beautiful scenery, good fishing, camping, photo ops hiking and more

Flag Rock Recreation

  • address Flag Rock Road, Norton, VA 2427336.915362-82.6313869

The thousand-acre park includes 25 developed acres that offer spectacular views, mountain biking/hiking trails, fishing, canoeing/kayaking, and rock climbing.

Flag Rock/High Knob Recreational Area

Flag Rock/ High Knob

  • address Flag Rock Road, Norton, Virginia 2427336.915362-82.6313869

Flag Rock Recreation Area is located three miles above downtown Norton on the lower slopes of High Knob. The thousand-acre park includes 25 developed acres and a variety of outdoor adventures. Please note restroom facilities in the park are open seasonally. Restrooms are open when Flag Rock Campground is open during the spring and fall months. Opening dates for the campground and restrooms are dependent on the weather. 

General Burnside Island State Park

  • address 8801 US-27 , Burnside, KY 4251936.9554912-84.58111799999999

General Burnside Island State Park is a park located just south of Somerset, Kentucky in Pulaski County. The park encompasses 430 acres in the middle of Lake Cumberland, making it Kentucky’s only island park.

Get Outside KY

  • address 204 Estill Street Suite C, Berea , KY 4040337.5737573-84.28665509999999

Nature & Recreation into your life is our mission. Get Outside KY offers you a direct way to immerse you, your family, and your friends into a completely stunning environment right in Berea Kentucky.

Rentals available kayak, canoe, SUP, or E-Bike, Get Outside KY will be sure to leave a great impression of what Kentucky, Berea, and the Appalachian Mountains have to offer.  All Ages Are Welcome!

Glade Creek Grist Mill

  • address 486 Babcock Road, Danese, WV 2583137.979895-80.94575300000001

Beneath the historic grist mill at Babcock State Park, water rushes to form the Glade Creek Grist Mill Falls. With a short stone pathway leading you to the beautiful cascades, these falls are a photographer’s dream – and one of the most photographed spots in West Virginia. Mark your calendar for a visit in fall, when this scenic spot transforms into a leaf-peeper’s paradise.

Grayson Gallery & Art Center

Gallery & Art Center

  • address 301 E 3rd ST, Grayson, KY 41143

Established as a venue to showcase local artists and musicians, the Gallery was opened in May 2011 in the former Grayson Fire Station building.

Green Bank Observatory

  • address 155 Observatory Rd, Green Bank, WV 2494438.431507-79.81894989999999

Come enjoy the Green Bank Science Center, featuring hands-on exhibits and displays that introduce you to the science of radio astronomy while you play! Discover what radio waves are, how the Green Bank Telescope works, and what radio astronomers have learned about the universe.

Admission to the Science Center and the hands-on Exhibit Hall is free! The Green Bank Science Center is the starting point for your guided tour of the Green Bank Observatory site. Your personal guide will introduce you to the fascinating world of radio astronomy and feature science demonstrations and a short film about the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope (GBT). Your tour continues with a bus excursion through our gates into the RFI-restricted Zone for an up-close look at our telescopes, from the pioneering instruments of the 1950s to the world’s largest fully-steerable telescope, the GBT. Enjoy a bite at our Starlight cafe featuring a full-service menu – from lattes to fresh salads and burgers, you’ll find something for everyone!

Greenbo Lake State Park

  • address 965 lodge rd, greenup, KY 4114438.4806178-82.8732108

Perfect your putting on the 18-hole miniature golf course in the camping area, open April-October. The hiking trails provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy the scenery of the beautiful Greenbo forest. Self-guided trails provide 33 miles of easy to difficult hiking. Tennis and basketball courts are located in the park and sports equipment may be checked out by overnight guests. Daily summer activities and year-round special events for children and adults are planned under the guidance of a trained recreation director. Greenbo Lake’s 225 acres are home to two state largemouth bass records! The lake also holds large bluegill, crappie, catfish, and trout. The marina, open April-October, offers 65 open slips and rental pontoon boats, row boats, canoes, and motor boats. A fishing pier and boat ramp for launching boats are open. A swimming pool adjacent to the lodge is for the exclusive use of lodge guests, and a community pool next to the sunning beach features a water slide and a children’s area with a rain tree (open during the summer).

Grove Marina

  • address 3482 Grove Rd, Corbin, KY 4070136.9441984-84.22290799999999

Grove Marina on Laurel Lake is a beautiful haven on the water on spectacular Laurel Lake. Come visit us at the Grove, where the sun shines a little brighter. The store sells your vacation necessities. We also have a restaurant for those days that vacation is just going too good to cook. Our Mission Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation spot around. We have houseboat, pontoon, and boat slip rentals. We also have a Grocery/Deli, full service marina, fishing, boating, gas dock, and convenient parking.

Handley Wildlife Management Area

  • address Handley Wildlife Viewing Area – 2783 Handley Road, Marlinton, WV 2495438.3096675-80.19403969999999

Open year-round Campsites: 13 tent or trailer $10 for a group of six or fewer and $2 for each additional person. Lake for fishing and non-motorized boating, hiking trails, hunting. Location: 8 miles off Route 219 north of Marlinton.

Harmony Ridge Gallery

  • address 886 Washington Street West, Lewisburg, WV 2490137.8024519-80.4469812

Featuring the most unique in American Art and Craft in a 5,000 square foot gallery.  Fine and hip jewelry, whimsical garden art, wall sculpture, ceramics, woodwork, blown glass and contemporary furniture.  Recognized as a Top Retailer of American Craft in the country.  Don’t miss our in-house wine bar.

 

Hawk’s Nest State Park

  • address 49 Hawks Nest Road, Ansted, WV 2581238.1214582-81.11781119999999

Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country, Hawks Nest State Park encompasses 276 acres bordering a rugged section of the New River Gorge National River. Long known for its panoramic views, the park offers a 31-room lodge for the comfort of overnight guests, on-site restaurant and an aerial tramway (seasonal). Below the lodge, the New River forms peaceful Hawks Nest Lake. Above the lake, the narrow canyon and rushing water create one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.

The lodge and restaurant is open year-round. Online reservations are available. Park map, hours of operation and special rates are maintained on the state park website.