Explore Attractions in
Summers County
Explore waterfalls, historic sites, scenic overlooks, state parks, and family friendly attractions across Summers County, West Virginia. Use the categories below to discover things to do near the New River Gorge National Park.
Top Things To Do in Summers County
BLUESTONE STATE PARK
Bluestone State Park is a lakeside retreat that offers outdoor activities, including boating and fishing opportunities.
Bluestone Park Road
Hinton, WV
JOHN HENRY HISTORICAL PARK
Historical park focused on the story of the legend John Henry.
3262 Route 3/12
Talcott, WV
PIPESTEM RESORT STATE PARK
Located on the Bluestone Gorge with plenty of adventures.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem, WV
SANDSTONE FALLS BOARDWALK
The largest waterfall in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve.
Hinton, WV
THE GRAHAM HOUSE
Historic log cabin built in 1770 as a home for Col. James Graham, the first settler of Lowell, and his family.
WV-12
Pence Springs, WV
By Appointment: 304-716-6430
THREE RIVERS AVIAN CENTER
A shelter for injured wild birds, raptor rehabilitation, ecosystem conservation, environmental education programs. Free tours every 1st Saturday of the Month May- October.
Brooks Mountain Road
Brooks, WV
WILD WATER EXPRESS
Water slides and city pool. Open seasonally.
400 Front Street
Hinton, WV
CLOSED for 2025 Season
Hours:
Tues-Sat 11am-6pm
Sunday 1-6pm
Closed Mondays (except Memorial Day)
Waterfalls Scenic Overlooks & Lakes
ALMOST HEAVEN SWING
BLUESTONE STATE PARK
One of 50+ swings placed at scenic locations throughout the state. This one overlooks beautiful Bluestone Lake.
WV-20
Bluestone State Park
Hinton, WV
ALMOST HEAVEN SWING
PIPESTEM RESORT STATE PARK
One of twenty-eight swings placed at scenic locations throughout the state. This one overlooks beautiful Bluestone Gorge.
Pipestem Resort State Park
Pipestem, WV
BOLAR TOWER
Take a short hike up a paved path to a three story wooded tower that looks over the Sun Valley.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem Resort State Park
BROOKS ISLAND OVERLOOK
Beautiful mountain view backdrop for irresistible photos.
WV-20
Brooks, WV
LONG BRANCH LAKE
Tucked away in Pipestem Resort State Park. # mile trail around the lake. Turns into Adventure lake in the summer.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem Resort State Park
WEBSITE
MOUNTAIN VALLEY LAKE
A small reservoir with a surface area of 39 acres. A quiet and serene place perfect to paddle around and cast.
WV-3
Jumping Branch, WV
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PIPESTEM FALLS
Pipestem Falls is a 30+ foot drop on Pipestem Creek.
WV-20
Pipestem, WV
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SANDSTONE FALLS BOARDWALK
The largest waterfall in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve.
Hinton, WV
SANDSTONE FALLS OVERLOOK
See all of Sandstone Falls at this scenic overlook, 600 feet above the river.
WV-20
Sandstone, WV
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
BROOKS ISLAND OVERLOOK
Beautiful mountain view backdrop for irresistible photos.
WV-20
Brooks, WV
CAMP BROOKSIDE
ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
32 acre island with seven cabins, communal wash house, large mess hall and commercial kitchen. Can be rented.
WV-20
Brooks, WV
HINTON STATION
The historic passenger depot is a stop on Amtrak's Cardinal Line from NYC to Chicago.
100 2nd Avenue
Hinton, WV
RICHMOND-HAMILTON FARM
Take a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of early settlers in the New River Gorge area, a life of self-sufficiency.
Hinton, WV
SANDSTONE FALLS BOARDWALK
The largest waterfall in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve.
Hinton, WV
SANDSTONE FALLS OVERLOOK
See all of Sandstone Falls at this scenic overlook, 600 feet above the river.
WV-20
Sandstone, WV
THREE RIVERS AVIAN CENTER
A shelter for injured wild birds, raptor rehabilitation, ecosystem conservation, environmental education programs. Free tours every 1st Saturday of the Month May- October.
Brooks Mountain Road
Brooks, WV
TRUMP LILLY FARM
The preserved Trump-Lilly Farm takes visitors back to the days of subsistence farming.
Freezeland Mountain Road
Hinton, WV
Pipestem Resort State Park
ALMOST HEAVEN SWING
PIPESTEM RESORT STATE PARK
One of twenty-eight swings placed at scenic locations throughout the state. This one overlooks beautiful Bluestone Gorge.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem Resort State Park
Pipestem, WV
BOLAR TOWER
Take a short hike up a paved path to a three story wooded tower that looks over the Sun Valley.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem Resort State Park
HERITAGE POINT OVERLOOK
Beautiful mountain overlook accessed from Canyon Rim or River Trail.
Pipestem Resort State Park
Pipestem, WV
LONG BRANCH LAKE
Tucked away in Pipestem Resort State Park. # mile trail around the lake. Turns into Adventure lake in the summer.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem Resort State Park
WEBSITE
PIPESTEM FALLS
Pipestem Falls is a 30+ foot drop on Pipestem Creek.
WV-20
Pipestem, WV
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PIPESTEM RESORT STATE PARK
Located on the Bluestone Gorge with plenty of adventures.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem, WV
PIPESTEM AERIAL TRAM
Descend through the Bluestone Gorge in one of the most unique ways.
Pipestem Drive
Pipestem, WV
Bluestone State Park Area
ALMOST HEAVEN SWING
BLUESTONE STATE PARK
One of 50+ swings placed at scenic locations throughout the state. This one overlooks beautiful Bluestone Lake.
WV-20
Bluestone State Park
Hinton, WV
BLUESTONE NATIONAL
SCENIC RIVER
A living landscape that provides an unspoiled experience for visitors and a haven for a variety of plants and animals.
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BLUESTONE STATE PARK
Bluestone State Park is a lakeside retreat that offers outdoor activities, including boating and fishing opportunities.
Bluestone Park Road
Hinton, WV
BLUESTONE WILDLIFE
MANAGEMENT AREA
18,758 acres of public land and water to hunt, fish and explore.
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Historic Hinton & Museums
CAMPBELL-FLANNAGAN
MURRELL HOUSE MUSEUM
Hinton's oldest standing residential structure, built circa 1875 by Mr. Edgar Campbell and his wife, Elizabeth.
422 Summers Street
Hinton, WV
Hours: Every Saturday 1-4pm
HINTON NATIONAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT
Established in 1873 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
Hinton, WV
HINTON RAILROAD MUSEUM
Filled with local history and artifacts from the early days of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway.
206 Temple Street
Hinton, WV
Hours: Wed-Sat 10am-3pm
304 -466-6100
HINTON STATION
The historic passenger depot is a stop on Amtrak's Cardinal Line from NYC to Chicago.
100 2nd Avenue
Hinton, WV
JOHN HENRY HISTORICAL PARK
Historical park focused on the story of the legend John Henry.
3262 Route 3/12
Talcott, WV
JOHN HENRY MUSEUM
Museum and gift shop focusing on the legend of John Henry.
21 Pat Ball Road
Talcott, WV
Hours: Saturday 11am-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm
SUMMERS COUNTY VISITOR CENTER
Visitor information.
SAUNDER'S ONE ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE
Replica one room school house with memorabilia from the original school.
WV-12
Pence Springs, WV
304-716-6430
By Appointment: 304-716-6430
THE GRAHAM HOUSE
Historic log cabin built in 1770 as a home for Col. James Graham, the first settler of Lowell, and his family.
WV-12
Pence Springs, WV
By Appointment: 304-716-6430
THE RITZ THEATER & PERORMING ARTS CENTER
Historic theatre playing new release movies.
211 Ballengee Street
hinton, WV
304-466-6700
VETERAN'S MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF SWV
Showcasing memorabilia from all major conflicts.
419 Ballengee Street
Hinton, WV
304-466-4443
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WILD WATER EXPRESS
Water slides and city pool. Open seasonally.
400 Front Street
Hinton, WV
Hours:
Tues-Sat 11am-6pm
Sunday 1-6pm
Closed Mondays (except Memorial Day)
Historic Landmarks Across
Summers County
CAMPBELL-FLANNAGAN
MURRELL HOUSE MUSEUM
Hinton's oldest standing residential structure, built circa 1875 by Mr. Edgar Campbell and his wife, Elizabeth.
422 Summers Street
Hinton, WV
Hours: Every Saturday 1-4pm
HINTON NATIONAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT
Established in 1873 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
Hinton, WV
HINTON RAILROAD MUSEUM
Filled with local history and artifacts from the early days of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway.
206 Temple Street
Hinton, WV
Hours: Wed-Sat 10am-3pm
304 -466-6100
HINTON STATION
The historic passenger depot is a stop on Amtrak's Cardinal Line from NYC to Chicago.
100 2nd Avenue
Hinton, WV
JOHN HENRY HISTORICAL PARK
Historical park focused on the story of the legend John Henry.
3262 Route 3/12
Talcott, WV
JOHN HENRY MUSEUM
Museum and gift shop focusing on the legend of John Henry.
21 Pat Ball Road
Talcott, WV
Hours: Saturday 11am-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm
JORDAN'S CHAPEL
Historic Methodist chapel built in 1852 in the Greek Revival style.
832 True Road
Pipestem, WV
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RICHMOND-HAMILTON FARM
Take a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of early settlers in the New River Gorge area, a life of self-sufficiency.
Hinton, WV
SAUNDER'S ONE ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE
Replica one room school house with memorabilia from the original school.
WV-12
Pence Springs, WV
304-716-6430
By Appointment: 304-716-6430
THE GRAHAM HOUSE
Historic log cabin built in 1770 as a home for Col. James Graham, the first settler of Lowell, and his family.
WV-12
Pence Springs, WV
By Appointment: 304-716-6430
THE RITZ THEATER & PERORMING ARTS CENTER
Historic theatre playing new release movies.
211 Ballengee Street
hinton, WV
304-466-6700
TRUMP LILLY FARM
The preserved Trump-Lilly Farm takes visitors back to the days of subsistence farming.
Freezeland Mountain Road
Hinton, WV
VETERAN'S MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF SWV
Showcasing memorabilia from all major conflicts.
419 Ballengee Street
Hinton, WV
304-466-4443
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Family Friendly Attractions & Parks
BELLEPOINT PARK
Playground, river access, and picnic shelter.
Riverside Drive
Hinton, WV
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BLUESTONE WILDLIFE
MANAGEMENT AREA
18,758 acres of public land and water to hunt, fish and explore.
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JOHN HENRY HISTORICAL PARK
Historical park focused on the story of the legend John Henry.
3262 Route 3/12
Talcott, WV
SANDSTONE FALLS BOARDWALK
The largest waterfall in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve.
Hinton, WV
THE RITZ THEATER & PERORMING ARTS CENTER
Historic theatre playing new release movies.
211 Ballengee Street
hinton, WV
304-466-6700
THREE RIVERS AVIAN CENTER
A shelter for injured wild birds, raptor rehabilitation, ecosystem conservation, environmental education programs. Free tours every 1st Saturday of the Month May- October.
Brooks Mountain Road
Brooks, WV
WILD WATER EXPRESS
Water slides and city pool. Open seasonally.
400 Front Street
Hinton, WV
CLOSED for 2025 Season
Hours:
Tues-Sat 11am-6pm
Sunday 1-6pm
Closed Mondays (except Memorial Day)