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The Canyon Rim Visitor Center, a matter of minutes from OCR, is a great first stop to get oriented to the flora, fauna and history, both social and geologic, of the area. Check out the useful interpretive info, great maps, book store and friendly rangers. Be sure to stroll out to the New River Gorge Bridge overlook.
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Good Evening Ranch
A zoo? Yep, and a full on rodeo arena, this place is fascinating and a bit bizarre but our kids always enjoy heading up there.ExploreAfrican American Museum
This small but interesting museum located in Ansted illuminates the history of African Americans in Fayette County.ExploreNew River Jetboats
Take a jet boat up the river. More fun than you might think! Go to Hawks Nest State Park and head down to the river.ExploreHawks Nest State Park
Great views of the river. Trails, golf course, museum. Ride the Tram! Lodge and restaurant.ExploreBabcock State Park
Great hiking and some of the best single track mountain biking around (though not all legal), tennis courts, swimming pool, fishing lake, great family fun spot.ExploreGauley River National Recreation Area
It is interesting to check out the huge earthen dam that controls the flow of the legendary whitewater of the Gauley River.ExploreCarnifex Ferry State Park
The super-steep Fisherman’s Trail provides access to Pillow Rock rapid on the Upper Gauley, a primo spectating spot during Gauley season.ExploreSummersville Lake
A recreational paradise. Go to Battle Run Recreation Area for a swimming beach, or better yet check out other great swimming, climbing and jumping spots.Explore
