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
The Barns at Leaf Harmony Acres
With two beautifully renovated barns, now serving as luxurious barndominiums, and a spacious farmhouse, there is no shortage of unique…
The Barns at Leaf Harmony Acres
Flavor
The Gaines Diner
Phone: 304-924-9359 Email: thegainesdiner@gmail.com Half the fun is the drive out to Gaines Diner! Travel on Route 20 South, and…
The Gaines Diner
Phone: 304-924-9359
Email: thegainesdiner@gmail.com
Half the fun is the drive out to Gaines Diner! Travel on Route 20 South, and then veer left to stay on Route 20. Drive a few miles, then turn left onto Gaines Road by the Arlington Mini Mart. Follow Gaines Road for about 3-4 miles…. You might think you missed it, but just when you might give up, you’ll see the Gaines Diner on the left, with a white fence around it!
2053 Gaines Road
Rock Cave, WV 26234
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
Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Mountain Cap Family Support Center, incollaboration with Mountain Mama Market & Artistry are hosting a FREE painting event for families. Supplies will be provided...
Free Painting Event for Families
Thursday, April 25, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMountain Cap of WV Family Support Center
30 E Main St
Buckhannon, WV 26201
The Mountain Cap Family Support Center, incollaboration with Mountain Mama Market & Artistry are hosting a FREE painting event for families. Supplies will be provided at the event. To pre-register, please call 304-878-1202.
4/25/24 from 6p-8p
30 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV
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.