If you’re in town to visit Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, you’ll definitely want to allow additional time to spend in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
You’ll find a charming historic downtown with incredible food and plenty of outdoor adventure nearby.
Shepherdstown is West Virginia’s oldest town with the first settlement dating back to 1730, pre Revolutionary War.
I’m sharing more about the unique things to do in Shepherdstown and why it’s a great place to visit.
…If you’re looking for a great getaway with family or friends, Adventures on the Gorge in West Virginia offers an assortment of fun things to do for all ages.
Adventures on the Gorge Resort is located on 350 acres of land encompassing the rim of the New River Gorge National Park, offering scenic views and a convenient location to nearby attractions.
There is no shortage of beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures in the New River Gorge National Park.
…The small town of Harpers Ferry is a beautiful destination located within the lower Shenandoah Valley of West Virginia.
If you’re a US history buff, you’ll love the historic buildings and historical significance as a location of both a Civil War battle and a raid of abolitionist John Brown.
There are also plenty of outdoor activities, great restaurants and shops to appeal to a variety of travelers.
…If you’re looking for an excuse to visit the newest National Park in West Virginia, there are so many reasons to visit!
First off, entry to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia is FREE!
I’m sharing more about the top things to do during your visit.
…On our way to Washington, D.C. on a family vacation, we took the longer, scenic route through the mountains.
We discovered a beautiful resort along the way that had both history and mystery nestled in the hills of West Virginia.
The Greenbrier Hotel, located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, started out of the popularity of the sulfur springs that were discovered there in 1778.
It’s also the site of a former top-secret bunker.
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We decided to start our family vacation by taking the scenic drive on the Skyline Drive through the hills of West Virginia and Virginia on our way to Washington, D.C. We started in the Cincinnati area, where my dad lives and headed for West Virginia.
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