Marlinton
Elkins
Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Deep in the heart of southeastern West Virginia lies the premier destination
four season resort in the Mid-Atlantic/Southeast region, Snowshoe Mountain
Resort. Include a full compliment of lodging properties, restaurants and both
on and off mountain activities to the mix and you can understand why Snowshoe
resort has attracted millions of vacationers since it opened in 1973.
There is a great deal to do in the spring, summer and fall month of the ear in
the beautiful mountains around snowshoe West Virginia. The attractions and
wilderness regions of Pocahontas County draw outdoor enthusiasts year-round.
Known as the "Birthplace of Rivers" -the headwaters of eight rivers originate
in the county - spring is the time for white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing,
trout fishing, mountain biking, hiking and golf. Snowshoe offers an 18 hole Gary Player signature course
at the resort, while Pocahontas Country Club near the county seat of
Marlington, has a challenging 18 hole par 71 course.
Click on a category or activity to the left to view a list of Free printable
coupons for the Marlinton, Elkins, Snowshoe Mountain Resort travel region.
Find summer vacation deals. Call individual businesses to receive specials,
vacation packages and travel discounts or print coupons and bring them to West
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Lodging deals and accommodations discounts at snowshoe and the area range from
condominiums, vacation rentals, hotels, motels, inns, bed and breakfasts,
campgrounds, resorts, spas, private home rentals, vacation packages, vacation
homes, RV parks, cabins, mountain retreats and Chalets.
In summer, mountain bikers ride the resort's trail network and the country
roads and byways of the Allegheny Highlands. A special treat for families is a
ride aboard the Cass Scenic Railroad which offers an unforgettable 22 mile
excursion into remote mountain areas. The steam-powered train brings passengers
high into the mountains at 4,842 feet to be exact and provides for wonderful photo opportunities.
In the warmer months and the cooler days of autumn, visitors can enjoy
concerts, music festivals, theatrical productions, historical reenactments and
good old fashioned country fairs. In Green Bank, the National Radio Astronomy
Observatory with the largest fully steerable radio telescope in the world is
open for free scheduled tours.
Civil War history buffs won't want to miss visiting the 285-acre Droop Mountain
Battlefield State Park, where the largest battle in West Virginia took place on
November 6, 1863. There's also the birthplace of Pulitzer and Nobel Prize
winning author Pearl S.Buck. In addition, there are many state and national
forests and parks to visit.
*Written by: Paul
McMorris - a contributing editor.
