- TripBuzz found 32 things to do with kids in or near Marlinton, West Virginia, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Snowshoe, Hillsboro and Hot Springs.
- From Seneca State Forest to Watoga State Park, the Marlinton area offers 40 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Hiking Trails.
- Located in Pocahontas County, Marlinton, WV is situated on the bank of the Greenbrier River. The small town of just over 1,000 people has preserved its small community peace and revels in its natural attractions. To celebrate its fascinating history, Marlinton hosts Pioneer Days on the second weekend of July annually.
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Also known as the Chesapeake and Ohio Depot, the Marlinton Railroad Depot is a historic railroad station that was constructed in 1901. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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The Calvin Price State Forest encompasses almost 9500 acres of state-protected woodlands. The park has very little in the way of developed recreational facilities, instead catering primarily to licensed game hunters in the area.
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Running along the Greenbrier River in many areas, the 78-mile path is covered in small crush rock making it popular for bicycling, backpacking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding. The flat path lies adjacent to Monongahela National Forest, Seneca State Forest and Watoga State Park.
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HC 64, Box 189, Hillsboro, WV 24946
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The site of West Virginia's last significant Civil War battle on November 6, 1863 is now Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park. On years ending in an even number, visitors can see a battlefield reenactment, and anytime, visitors can visit a memorial on the site.
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Locust Creek Bridge is the last surviving covered bridge in Pocahontas County, West Virginia and was built in the 1870s and renovated in 2002. The bridge spans Locust Creek and features a stream with lots of rocks and wild flowers.
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Route 39, Highland Scenic Highway, Hillsboro, WV 24946
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Visitors can follow a 1700-foot path to the second largest waterfall in West Virginia, at the Falls of Hill Creek Scenic Area. The area, which is part of the Monongahela National Forest, also contains two other waterfalls, in addition to the 63 foot waterfall.
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The Pearl S. Buck Birthplace is a museum occupying the house and grounds where the Nobel Prize-winning author was born. Guided tours offer insights into the inspiration the author took from her roots in this community.
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Shavers Lake & Lift Rides offer scenic birds eye views of the lake and surrounding beachfront below. The lake offers surrounding hiking trails, beachfront area for picnics and a dock for swimming access.
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Located in the Cheat Mountain area, 6,000 Steps Nature Trail was named after the number of steps counted while clearing it. The trail offers a hike in a spruce forest and views of old logging equipment left behind.
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Running nearby Shaver's Lake, Bail-Out Natural Trail is located in the Cheat Mountain area nearby the Monongahela National Forest. The trail offers a steep, uphill hike and can also be accessed via other trails to provide a downhill route.