- The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Philippi, West Virginia, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Bridges, National & State Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
- From Philippi bridge to Audra State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Philippi and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fairmont, Elkins, Weston and Buckhannon.
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The 280.2 foot Burr Arch Truss was originally constructed in 1852 by Lemuel Chenoweth. The bridge is the largest 'double barreled' covered bridge on a highway in the United States,
7.9 Miles
Visitors to Audra State Park, Buckhannon, may hike, swim, river tube, or relax in a scenic location. The popular Alum Cave Trail follows boardwalk beneath sandstone cliffs. Campgrounds close to river. Other amenities include showers and camp store
13.5 Miles
Tygart Lake at Tygart Lake State Park is a 10-mile long, 1,750-acre lake. The park is popular with kayakers, canoers, picnickers, while anglers enjoy catching walleye, musky, crappie, perch, bullhead catfish, carp, northern pike in the lake's coves.
14.9 Miles
The Lascaux Micro-Theater in Buckhannon, West Virginia is a very small unique theater that consists of 40 seats. Movie entertainment is usually featured on the weekends. The theater has been in business since 2002.
15.0 Miles
In business since 1950, Skateland offers an indoor skating rink for its guests. It has 'glo-skating' events where visitors can skate under black light. It also has a large, inflatable outdoor cinema screen available for rent.
16.3 Miles
Winding through Elkins natural beauty is the Allegheny Highlands Trail. The trails, popular for walking, jogging and cycling, offers picturesque views that change with each season and runs over twenty-six miles.
17.3 Miles
The Upshur Cinema, located in Buckhannon, West Virginia, features six cinemas, most of which feature 'PG-rated' movies. Any movies that are 'R' rated require that cinema-goers must be at least 17 years of age.
17.8 Miles
The historical Cheat Summit Fort is an ancient military fort that offers free admission to visitors and is open from sunrise to sunset. The fort regularly holds a semi-annual living history and reenactment event.
17.8 Miles
A movie theater with eight screens, Elkins Cinema 8 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers 3D movies as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.5 Miles
Situated on over 900,000 acres, Monongahela National Forest features trails suitable for hiking and mountain biking along with RV and tent campsites. It can also be used for fishing, hunting, picnics, wildlife viewing and cross-country skiing.