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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Boat Launches & Kayak Trips
Try a leisurely paddle down the Buckhannon River, Middle Fork River & Tygart River to truly enjoy the scenic beauty…
Boat Launches & Kayak Trips
Try a leisurely paddle down the Buckhannon River, Middle Fork River & Tygart River to truly enjoy the scenic beauty of West Virginia. Easily accessible boat launches make it a breeze to get outside. Choose the best location for you and enjoy – Take advantage of fishing as you travel the waters or just enjoy the peaceful beauty of nature.
BOAT LAUNCHES:
- Riverwalk Trail Park | Click HERE for a map of this area and boat launch.
- North Buckhannon Riverfront Park | Click HERE for a map of this area and boat launch.
- Pringle Tree Park | Click HERE for a map of this area and boat launch.
- Hampton Bridge | Click HERE for a map of this area and boat launch.
- Alexander Site | Newly renovated with landscaping & parking! Click HERE for a map of this area.
RIVER TRIPS: For a more in depth trip along the Buckhannon River, try one of the paddles below.
- 2.8 Mile Trip from the North Buckhannon Riverfront Park to Pringle Tree Park
- Click HERE for a map of this trip.
- 4.5 Mile Trip from the Hampton Boat Launch to the Riverwalk Trail Park.
- Click HERE for a map of this trip.
- 5.6 Mile Trip from Alexander WV to Beans Mill WV, along the Buckhannon River.
- Click HERE for a map of this trip.
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
Red Bull Inn
The Red Bull Inn is a charming, rustic cabin on the river that is pet friendly. A hidden place with…
Red Bull Inn
The Red Bull Inn is a charming, rustic cabin on the river that is pet friendly. A hidden place with private river frontage along the Buckhannon River that provides excellent fishing. Whether you’re enjoying the river or just relaxing by the bonfire, it’s the place to recharge and enjoy the outdoors. Within 6 miles of Audra State Park with beautiful hiking trails, tubing & fishing.
This cabin can accommodate 9 guests.
Flavor
Buffalo Wild Wings
Phone: 304.472.9464 All you need to know about Buffalo Wild Wings is these three things: Wings. Beer. Sports. Why do those three things matter…
Buffalo Wild Wings
Phone: 304.472.9464
All you need to know about Buffalo Wild Wings is these three things: Wings. Beer. Sports. Why do those three things matter to us so much? Because that’s what our fans want, and that’s what we’re all about—making our fans happy.
Buffalo Wild Wings is the ultimate place to get together with your friends, watch sports, drink beer and eat wings.
4 Northridge Drive, Buckhannon WV
www.buffalowildwings.com
Shopping
Dinah’s Boutique
Phone: 304.924.6462 We are a small boutique in West Virginia with probably the largest selection of wedding, bridesmaids, prom, pageant,…
Dinah’s Boutique
Phone: 304.924.6462
We are a small boutique in West Virginia with probably the largest selection of wedding, bridesmaids, prom, pageant, mother of the bride, flower girl and ring bearer apparel in the state. We have over 6,000 gowns in stock. We rent and sell.
385 Bridal Ridge Road, French Creek WV
www.dinahsboutique.com
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
Event Center at Brushy Fork
Phone: 304.472.4938 Our modern, new facility features a variety of flexible layout options with rooms that can accommodate up to…
Event Center at Brushy Fork
Phone: 304.472.4938
Our modern, new facility features a variety of flexible layout options with rooms that can accommodate up to 400 guests. Amenities include HD projectors, touch-pad sound system, place settings, tables & chairs, ample parking and a loading dock.
We are conveniently located in Buckhannon, just off Route 33 and minutes from Interstate 79.
14 East Main Street, Buckhannon WV
www.eventcenterwv.com
EventCenter@VisitBuckhannon.org
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