Hinton, Lewisburg, and the Southern Farmlands
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Enhance your stay in Southern West Virginia by visiting some of the 25 iconic landmarks and businesses on this list in the Hinton, Lewisburg, and Monroe county areas to earn points and win prizes to commemorate your vacation. Discover historic landmarks that date back to the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, stroll the boardwalk at Sandstone Falls, hike trails that lead to stunning mountain views, see a show, or join a community event.
Locations:
Carnegie Hall
Greenbrier Valley Theatre
Greenbrier River Trail
Greenbrier Historical Society
Lost World Caverns
Greenbrier State Forest
Herns Mill Covered Bridge
Blue Sulphur Springs Pavilion
Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory Trail
Moncove Lake State Park
Allegheny Trail
Indian Creek Covered Bridge
Alderson Memorial Bridge
Downtown Union
Cheese 'n' More Store
Cook's Old Mill
Sandstone Falls Boardwalk
Bluestone Lake Overlook and Almost Heaven Swing
Brooks Overlook
Pipestem Almost Heaven Swing
John Henry Historical Park
Bolar Tower at Pipestem Resort State Park
Bluestone Turnpike Trail
Richmond Hamilton Farm
Historic Downton Hinton
Included Venues
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Want to continue hiking? Challenge yourself to hike to Peters Mountain, where the Allegheny Trail, a trail that spans the state of West Virginia, meets the Appalachian Trail, the famous national scenic trail that runs from Maine to Georgia.
This homestead is a prime example of subsistence farming of early European settlers of the New River Gorge. In the 1700s and 1800s, you ate what you grew and traded goods and labor with your neighbors for needed goods and labor.
Farmed and timbered until the 1940s, this forested area has a great diversity of plants and river wildlife. This area is now managed as a wildlife area. This area still has remnants of its human history, like the town site of Lilly located at the confluence of the Bluestone and Little Bluestone Rivers. Please note that overnight camping is not permitted in this area.
This lookout tower provides panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valley.
Scenic overlook of the New River. Bald Eagles are frequently seen flying in this area.
The largest waterfall on the New River, Sandstone Falls spans the river where it is 1500 feet wide. Divided by a series of islands, the river drops 10 to 25 feet.
Travelers are invited to wander the grounds, picnic and take pictures at this privately owned park-life venue for tourists and history buffs. Built in 1857 it's on the National Registry of Historic Places. Mill is open when owners are working or call and request a tour.
Old General Store atmosphere complete with original floors. Huge variety of cheeses, deli meat, candy, nuts, spices, jams, relishes, homemade sandwiches and salads. Major credit cards.
Settled by James Alexander in 1774 and originally chartered in 1779. Established by an Act of General Assembly of Virginia, January 6, 1800. So named because in frontier days, the site of the town was a rendezvous for troopers during the Indian wars.
One of the best views of the Greenbrier River can be seen from Alderson’s Memorial Bridge. Today the bridge is only open to pedestrian traffic and the occasional parade and community gathering. Since Alderson exists on two sides of the Greenbrier River, including shopping and other attractions, it’s a relaxing way to tour the town and enjoy the scenic view along the river.
The bridge was completed in 1914 and connects the counties of Greenbrier and Monroe. It is the only concrete arch bridge in West Virginia and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As you stroll the bridge, you’re walking directly over a part of the river where John Marshall, the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, floated through in 1812 as he led a 250-mile expedition in a bateau to investigate the potential of a canal system for shipping cargo.
On the National Register of Historic Places this covered bridge was built in 1898. Located near 219, 4 miles from Salt Sulphur Springs. Bridge was restored in 2000 and open to pedestrians. Believed to be one of the most photographed bridges in WV. A great photo op stop.
Observation Deck Temporarily Closed, Trail Still Open Located on Peters Mountain along the Allegheny Trail. Can only be reached by 1.2 mile hike from nearest road access.
The Blue Sulphur Springs Pavilion is a historic Greek Revival structure located in Blue Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. The Pavilion is the only surviving structure from the Blue Sulphur Springs Resort, a 19th-century mineral spa. The Pavilion consists of twelve columns holding up a square roof, and is primarily built with brick. It was built in 1834 along with the resort, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 29, 1992.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Lewisburg's Herns Mill Covered Bridge is one of only two covered bridges remaining in Greenbrier County. It was completed in 1884 to provide access to the S.S. Herns Mill and to homesteaders living on the west side of Milligan Creek.
The bridge is approximately 54 feet long and 10.6 feet wide and is open to travel.
Built in 1820 the North House is home to a museum, archive, and offices of the Greenbrier Historical Society. Come visit the museum for free guided tours and research assistance.
The Greenbrier River Trail is a 78-mile former railroad now used for hiking, biking and horseback riding. It is the longest trail of its kind in West Virginia. The trail provides many breathtaking views as it passes through several small towns, crosses 35 bridges, goes through two tunnels and cuts through some of West Virginia’s most remote areas. The Greenbrier River Trail is one of 50 Millennium Legacy Trails in the United States, and was rated one of the top 10 hiking trails in the country by Backpacker Magazine. Part of the Greenbrier River Trail lies within a National Radio Quiet Zone so cell phones do not work.
Greenbrier Valley Theatre is The State Professional Theatre of West Virginia. Offering live performance theatre, music events, children productions, literary readings and much more.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, Carnegie Hall is one of only four Carnegie's in the world. Since 1983, Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg has operated as a regional center for the arts and performance venue. Such notable performers as Taj Mahal, Gillian Welch, Bela Fleck , Ralph Stanley have performed on its historic stage.