Small Town Getaway, Big Time Charm
When you visit downtown Buckhannon, you’ll find locally owned restaurants, specialty shops & boutiques, West Virginia hospitality, and more. You’ll love strolling up & down the historic streets of Buckhannon.
A quick drive south, you’ll shift to the great outdoors with the WV Wildlife Center, pristine rivers and peaceful scenic views to create a laid-back trip to West Virginia.
Within 30 minutes, you’ll find a resort & spa, excursion train rides, and endless opportunities to create an adventure & lasting memories.
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Swift & White Water
You wouldn’t expect it, but in the right season, Upshur County’s rivers climb to Class III & Class IV rapids.…
Swift & White Water
You wouldn’t expect it, but in the right season, Upshur County’s rivers climb to Class III & Class IV rapids. Enthusiasts take advantage of high water seasons and navigate the spectacular runs of the Buckhannon and Middle Fork rivers. Click HERE for a clip of the Buckhannon River at its best.
Buckhannon River has five locations for white water enthusiasts.
- Tenmile to Sago (5 Miles; Class III-IV)
- Alexander to Tenmile (9.3 Miles; Class I-III)
- Pickens to Alexander (13.7 Miles; Class I-III+)
- Star to Alexander (8.9 Miles; Class II-III)
- Helvetia to Newlonton (7 Miles; Class II-III)
Middle Fork River has two locations
- Audra State Park to Tygart River Confluence (7 Miles; Class III-IV)
- Confluence of Laurel Fork to Audra State Park (5 Miles; Class I-III)
Before going out on the River, please visit the link below for water levels and river information: http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/state-summary/state/WV/
Stay Over
Blackberry Cottage
The Blackberry Cottage at Mountain Paradise is in the woods overlooking a pond in the mountains of West Virginia. All…
Blackberry Cottage
The Blackberry Cottage at Mountain Paradise is in the woods overlooking a pond in the mountains of West Virginia. All one level, four bedrooms / two baths with an open living area, gas log fireplace, covered deck and an outside fire pit. Just minutes from the Buckhannon River! The cottage is located 10 miles out the Alexander Road in French Creek.
Property ID 2205160 on VRBO.
Flavor
Dough Re Mi
Phone: 304.439.2230 Baked Treats and Local Mountain Roaster’s Coffee! Swing by for a Cup of Good Coffee, Fresh Bread, and…
Dough Re Mi
Phone: 304.439.2230
Baked Treats and Local Mountain Roaster’s Coffee! Swing by for a Cup of Good Coffee, Fresh Bread, and Local Eggs by the Dozen. Musicians’ Supplies too!
39 College Avenue, Buckhannon WV
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Shopping
Argo Books
Join us at the ARGO and begin your creative adventures! An independent bookstore with clubs/classes! Phone: 304-901-0561 Email: argo@theargobooks.com Located…
Argo Books
Join us at the ARGO and begin your creative adventures! An independent bookstore with clubs/classes!
Phone: 304-901-0561
Email: argo@theargobooks.com
Located at 7 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201
Events
Saturday, April 20, 2024
SYCC will be hosting a Flea Market Saturday, April 20th 8am-5pm. Anyone interested in setting up can reach us at 304-473-0145. Reserve a 10x10 space...
SYCC Flea Market
Saturday, April 20, 2024
8:00 AM - 5:00 PMStockert Youth & Community Center
79 E. Main St
Buckhannon, WV 26201
SYCC will be hosting a Flea Market Saturday, April 20th 8am-5pm. Anyone interested in setting up can reach us at 304-473-0145. Reserve a 10×10 space inside our gym for $25, or outside for $20. Payment must be no later than Monday, April 15.
Meet Here
The Outpost & Event Center
Event Center, Western Chic Boutique and Tack Shop, Auction House, and Coffee and Ice cream Shop Located at 20 Raella…
The Outpost & Event Center
Event Center, Western Chic Boutique and Tack Shop, Auction House, and Coffee and Ice cream Shop
Located at 20 Raella Lane, Buckhannon, WV 26201
Phone Number: 304-460-1890
Email: info@outpostwv.com
Travel Inspiration
A Dickens Christmas Fair
Following the theme of the classic tale ‘A Christmas Carol’, A Dicken’s Christmas Fair will bring simple joys to Buckhannon’s…
Welcome Wesleyan Bobcats!
Even if summertime is coming to an end, it doesn’t mean the fun ends. All of Buckhannon starts looking ahead…
Dog Friendly Places in Buckhannon
The Buckhannon Dog Park is at 20 Randolph Street located at the River Walk trail near the boat ramp. This…
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Buckhannon has alot of heart & soul - We're an amazing small town you'll want to be a part of.
Choose Buckhannon. To open your business, to work, to start a family, to slow down, to enjoy life.
Hand blown glass, wood-working, festivals & special events happen year-round in Buckhannon.