These Mountain State lodgings are a gateway to Civil War lore, outdoor adventure, and more.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of southern West Virginia, the Greenbrier Resort was built in the early 20th century, but has a history dating back to the colonial era. West Virginia is a beauty queen of a state, with ragged mountains to hike or ski and white-water rapids to paddle. It’s also stuffed with Civil War history and charming small towns. To explore it all, you’ll need a home base. Here are the boutique hotels, camping compounds, and storied resorts we suggest.
? You’ll need to reserve a campsite and pitch a tent. Or, you can overnight at this 1,500-acre resort and adventure outfitter adjacent to the park. Lodgings include tent cabins, budget-friendly bunkhouses, and well-outfitted log homes—some with hot tubs under the trees. ACE also offers guided activities, including white-water rafting, hiking, and climbs of the dramatic New River Gorge Bridge.
Nearby, you’ll find fishing, kayaking, tubing, hiking, and horseback riding in Cacapon. For a post-hike therapeutic soak, historic Berkeley Springs—popular for its natural warm springs and spas—is less than 10 miles away.Outdoorsy lodgings across the U.S. immerse travelers in nature, from Hawaiian beach huts to a fire tower with West Virginia mountain views.
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