INSPIRATION

It's easy to be inspired in an area that is surrounded by natural beauty. Here you'll find inspiration in the scenic views, the mountain trails, the historic places, and the abundance of rivers, lakes and streams. We invite you to explore Summers County and find what inspires you.

Pack a Picnic

Picture a nicely packed basket full of your favorite little foods and a quiet spot that feels like it was put there just for you.

Pssst... It's Summertime!

Just in case you missed it, the summer solstice happened the other day making it officially summertime!

Peaceful Meets Playful...

...hear the wind through the trees, the sound of water pouring over the rocks, and the stillness of a sunset.

Old School Fun

Have some old school fun with Explore Summers County Fun Pages! Color local landmarks such as the Bluestone Dam, the Hinton Historic Dist...

Celebrating National Preservation Month

May is National Preservation Month, which began as National Preservation Week in 1973. It was extended to the month of May in 2005 by the...

Put a little Spring in your Step

The perfect trail is always the one you're on!

Nestled in the Mountains

'Tis the season for fa-la-la-la-la's, decking the halls, and mistletoe! Spend your holidays nestled in the mountains of Summers County.

Fall into Adventure

Fall is all about the color, but add to it a bit of adventure and it becomes a fall you'll not soon forget.

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