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Go Deep, Go High, Go Wild - In West Virginia! Come to our region and let it all go! Take a canoe trip thru the Trough, down along the mountains beneath soaring Bald Eagles.

Uncover your heritage, relive history, and experience unique Appalacian flair, all while enjoying one of a kind dining and lodging.

Thoughout these pages is a taste of the adventure and fine country living that s waiting for you just beyond your backdoor.

2 Go Deep, Go High, Go Wild - In West Virginia! Come to our region and let it all go! Take a canoe trip thru the Trough, down along the mountains beneath soaring Bald Eagles. Hike the state s highest point at Spruce Knob, where the natural beauty will take your breath away. Go wild with motorcycle tours, private plane tours, trail rides, and scenic railroads. Uncover your heritage, relive history, and experience unique Appalacian flair, all while enjoying one of a kind dining and lodging. The Tri-County Convention & Visitors Bureau includes the three counties of Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton, in West Virginia s picturesque Potomac Highlands. Thoughout these pages is a taste of the adventure and fine country living that s waiting for you just beyond your backdoor. Go down in the caves, Go up the mountain peaks, Go wild in Grant, Hardy & Pendleton! Kent Mason GO Deep -Seneca Caverns -Smoke Hole Caverns -Delve into your family heritage & history -Relive Civil War heritage & history. -Trout Pond, home to native Brook Trout, is the only natural lake in West Virginia. GO High -Seneca Rocks -Spruce Knob -Dolly Sods -Cranny Crow Overlook at Lost River State Park. -Private plane tours of the region. GO Wild -Canoe the South Branch of the Potomac River. -Get married on the peak of Seneca Rocks. -Fish for Golden and Rainbow Trout. -Hunt wild game. -Ride your motorcycle through miles of country roads. 2

Civil War The Tri-County area is steeped in Civil War history.

Not only can you explore the area s Civil War trails, but you can also attend several events throughout the year that focus on history and heritage, complete with reenactments and walking

Zip lines, rock climbs, caverns and caves are all awaiting you. Take to the waters with a kayak or canoe, or spend a lazy day floating down the river on a tube.

3 Civil War The Tri-County area is steeped in Civil War history. Each county has participated in West Virginia Civil War Trails to mark all of the Civil War sites throughout the area and open sites that have previously been inaccessible. Not only can you explore the area s Civil War trails, but you can also attend several events throughout the year that focus on history and heritage, complete with reenactments and walking tours. Adventure Seekers Whether you re a biker, hiker, or mountain climber, the Tri-County area has something for the adventure seeker in everyone! Zip lines, rock climbs, caverns and caves are all awaiting you. Take to the waters with a kayak or canoe, or spend a lazy day floating down the river on a tube. The rivers in the area are a fisherman s delight with waters full of Rainbow Trout and the native Brook Trout. If you re lucky, you may snag a beautiful Golden Trout who calls Petersburg it s home. Hunters can be sure they will find the big buck, bear, or turkey they are looking for in the many national forests. If a challenge is what you seek, head to the hills of the Tri-County area. 3

Weddings What is more romantic than having your wedding in a place among

The Tri-County area offers a vast array of locations that are perfectly

Everything you need can be found in the Tri-County area- venue, DJ, dress,

If you like the sound of a perfect wedding weekend, we have the place for

Leaf Lookers The rolling mountains of Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton Counties

4 Weddings What is more romantic than having your wedding in a place among the beautiful hills of Almost Heaven, West Virginia? The Tri-County area offers a vast array of locations that are perfectly suited for your special day. Everything you need can be found in the Tri-County area- venue, DJ, dress, flowers, cake, and every little thing in between! If you like the sound of a perfect wedding weekend, we have the place for you, right in the heart of the Potomac Highlands. Leaf Lookers The rolling mountains of Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton Counties are beautiful year-round, but the Fall season brings out the extraordinary colors that nature provides. Thousands of people filter through the Tri-County area every year from late September to early November to take in the exquisite fall foliage. Pack your bags and take a trip to the mountains in the Fall, you won t regret it! 4

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Kent Mason Visit Grant County, the Heartbeat of the Potomac Highlands The range of opportunities for rest and relaxation are astounding in Grant County, as are the many opportunities for the

Snow skiing, water skiing, spelunking, hiking, canoeing, and fishing are just a few of the pursuits that the area boasts.

There are so many things to do from touring Top Kicks Military Museum to riding the dinner train at the South Side Depot, fly fishing at Harman s Luxury Log Cabins private river access to hiking one

8 Kent Mason Visit Grant County, the Heartbeat of the Potomac Highlands The range of opportunities for rest and relaxation are astounding in Grant County, as are the many opportunities for the adventure seekers. With the advent of each season, you can choose from many diverse options that promise fun for the whole family. Snow skiing, water skiing, spelunking, hiking, canoeing, and fishing are just a few of the pursuits that the area boasts. Leaf lookers will also be impressed with the breathtaking fall foliage that envelops the mountains surrounding Grant County. There are so many things to do from touring Top Kicks Military Museum to riding the dinner train at the South Side Depot, fly fishing at Harman s Luxury Log Cabins private river access to hiking one or all of the trails at Dolly Sods, touring Smoke Hole Caverns to taking a canoe trip with Eagle s Nest Outfitters. And if water isn t your thing, take to the sky with Just Plane Adventures for an air tour of the beautiful Mountain Highlands. For the history buff, Fort Mulligan is one of the many historical sites that Grant County is home to. During Spring, Summer, and Fall, motorcycles rumble through the valleys and mountains of our area for the beautiful landscape views. It s safe to say that when you visit Grant County, you won t run out of things to do. 8

9 A riverside luxury log cabin resort near Seneca Rocks, West Virginia. Voted Blue Ridge Outdoor s Best Fly Fishing Destination Riverside (800) Log Cabins Weddings Private Trophy Trout

Whether you desire a porch swing or a full tilt climb, plan to visit Hardy.

battlefields, historic homes and cemeteries, and a national forest.

Stay in the heart of the artisan culture at one of Lost River s signature bed and breakfasts for the Co-Op s Fiber Festival over Memorial Day.

10 Whether you desire a porch swing or a full tilt climb, plan to visit Hardy. From paddling down the Trough, to hiking and hunting in our forests, to sharing a romantic weekend at a bed and breakfast, Hardy County is home to many fascinating sites of interest, including battlefields, historic homes and cemeteries, and a national forest. Take a tour of 10 Civil War markers and top it off with a delightful serving of arts and crafts at the Lost River Artisans Cooperative. Stay in the heart of the artisan culture at one of Lost River s signature bed and breakfasts for the Co-Op s Fiber Festival over Memorial Day. Experience what happens when past meets present at our Heritage Weekend, which is held annually on the last full weekend in September. Historical reenactments, jousting, quilting, car shows, tractor shows, historical home tours, and train rides through the Trough make this weekend event a memorable affair. There are only two ways through the Trough canoe or train and the ride is gorgeous in early fall. Eagles are sighted on 90% of Trough excursions. Camping enthusiasts can visit Lost River State Park or Trout Pond in the George Washington National Forest. The serene beauty of the hills and valleys is a wonderful starting location for outdoor family adventures like canoeing, rock climbing, fishing and geocaching. 10

A Picturesque Getaway Kent Mason A camera will be the first thing you pack!

slogan West Virginia, Wild and Wonderful.

You will enjoy experiencing Seneca Rocks or the Via Ferrata at Nelson Rocks. For those whose quest for adventure is not quite so physically demanding, Pendleton has a softer side.

12 A Picturesque Getaway Kent Mason A camera will be the first thing you pack! Home to Spruce Knob, the highest point in West Virginia, and some of the most rugged mountain terrain to be found on the East Coast, Pendleton County is a picturesque get away that exemplifies the slogan West Virginia, Wild and Wonderful. With two national forests, the Monongahela and the George Washington, occupying a significant portion of Pendleton County real estate, we offer some of the best hunting and fishing in the Eastern U.S. You will enjoy experiencing Seneca Rocks or the Via Ferrata at Nelson Rocks. For those whose quest for adventure is not quite so physically demanding, Pendleton has a softer side. From Native American history at the National Forest Discovery Center to Harper s Old Country Store at Seneca Rocks to the charming architecture of the town of Franklin, Pendleton County beckons the history lover in us all. Our heritage is rooted deep within the ridges and valleys of our county. These accounts of history are kept alive through events such as the Treasure Mountain Festival and through stories that are passed down throughout the generations. Kent Mason Come on over and visit us in Pendleton County, we d love to have you! 12

14 Play Grant Cave Mountain Ranch Country Store Opry countrystoreopry.com Dolly Sods Wilderness Area Call Ranger Station at ext. 0 Eagle s Nest Outfitters Festival of Lights at Welton Park Geocaching Golden Lanes Bowling Grant County Farmers Market Grant County Parks and Recreation (City, Day, Echo, Turner, & Welton Parks) Greenland Gap Harman s North Fork Invitational- Fly Fishing Tournament (May) wvlogcabins.com Just Plane Adventures Landes Performing Arts Center Michael Brothers Memorial Fields Sports Complex The listing of accommodations, restaurants, and attractions does not include all the businesses in these counties Please check tricountycvb.com for a more complete listing. Mill Creek Farm Monongahela National Forest Mount Storm Lake Mount Storm Wind Farm Mountain Meadow Farms My Body Works Massage & Spa mybodyworksbetter.net North Fork Adventures, ATV Tours North Fork Mountain Trail Call Ranger Station at ext. 0 North Fork River Petersburg Trout Hatchery Petersburg Wave Camp Smoke Hole Caverns Smoke Hole Outfitters South Branch River South Mill Creek Lake South Side Depot Spring Mountain Festival (April) Spring Run Fish Hatchery Top Kicks Military Museum Tri-County Fair (August) tri-countyfairwv.com Hardy Baker Park Brighton Park Bulls & Barrels Rodeo (Aug) teetsfarms.com Fiber Festival lostrivercraft.com Heritage Weekend (Sept) heritageweekend.com Hidden Trails Stables hiddentrailsstableswv.com J.A. Hawkins Park Lost River Barn/Raw Talent Ranch rawtalentranch.com Lost River Farmers Market (May - Oct) Lost River State Park Lost River Yoga lostriveryoga.com Potomac Lanes wvafun.com Santa s North Pole Express (Nov/Dec) heritageweekend.com South Branch Cinema 6 wvafun.com Town of Moorefield Park Trout Pond Recreation Area Valley View Golf Club Wardensville Fall Festival (Oct) White Barn Farmers Market (late June - Oct) wvafun.com Pendleton The Highlands at Fisher Mountain Golf Course Fishermountain.com The Mountain Institute Nelson Rocks Outdoor Center nelsonrocksoutdoorcenter.com Seneca Caverns senecacaverns.com Seneca Rocks Climbing School (304) Seneca Rocks Discovery Center (Spring-Fall) (304) Spring Fest (May) pendletoncountywv.com Treasure Mountain Festival (Sept.) Yokum s Horseback Riding (April-Nov) yokums-stables.com

16 Sleep Grant Abram s Creek Retreat and Campground Breath of Heaven Bed and Breakfast Bright Mountain Retreat brightmountainretreat.com Fort Hill Motel Harman s Luxury Log Cabins Heaven s Landing Retreat The Hermitage Inn Homestead Inn Judy House B & B LTD Vacation Rental Cabins North Fork Mountain Inn North Mountain Vacation Rentals Riverfront Cabins Smoke Hole Caverns Resort Hardy Big Ridge Campground bigridgecampground.com Cliffside Falls cliffside-falls.com Guesthouse at Lost River guesthouselostriver.com The Inn at Abbott Farm theinnatabbottfarm.com The Inn at Lost River theinnatlostriver.com Lost Forest B & B lostforestbandb.com Lost River Barn lostriverbarn.com Lost River Campgrounds lostrivercamping.com Lost River Grill & Motel lostrivergrill.com Lost River State Park lostriversp.com McMechen House B&B Riverside Cabins riversidecabinswv.com See s Motel South Branch Inn wvafun.com Trout Pond Cabins troutpondcabins.com Pendleton Brandywine Motel Camping at the Grove campingatthegrove.com Cowger Pope Farm Franklin Inn Germany Valley Overlook Cabins germanyvalleycabins.com Nelson Rocks Outdoor Center Lodging nelsonrocksoutdoorcenter.com The Star Hotel The Silver Maple Hubbard Inn hubbardsinn.com Thompson s Motel Yokum s Vacationland Motel & Cabins yokum.com The listing of accommodations, restaurants, and attractions does not include all the businesses in these counties. Please check tricountycvb.com for a complete listing.

Photography Beth Dolan Carl Holcomb Harman

Mason Mike Mallow Jessica Markwood Dixon

Raines Connie Sherman Smoke Hole Caverns

17 Photography Credits Abram s Creek Campground Stephanie Bowman Country Charm Photography Beth Dolan Carl Holcomb Harman s Luxury Log Cabins Tammy Kesner Kent Mason Mike Mallow Jessica Markwood Dixon Marshall Mountain View Photography Luci Raines Connie Sherman Smoke Hole Caverns Judy Snyder 8079 State Route 259 Lost River, WV (304) lostrivergrill@gmail.com

18 Eat Grant 3rd Base Bar and Grille Anthony s Jr Carl s Deli Denver s Restaurant Family Traditions Fox s Pizza Den Golden Lanes Bowling Alley The Hermitage Inn Mallows Roadside Cafe North Fork Mountain Inn (Reservation Only) Peking Chinese Buffet Poor Dave s Sit A Spell Sue s Country Kitchen The Well Hardy Anthony s Junior Blues BBQ Colts Restaurant & Pizza Park El Rancho Fox s Pizza (Moorefield) Freeze King Cafe Guest House at Lost River Good Times Lounge Kac-Ka-Pon Lost River Brewing Lost River Grill Lost River Trading Post The Main Event The McMechen House N & S Family Restaurant O Neills Peking Chinese Buffet Quarter Mile Diner Star Merchantile Steve s Broken Spoke Stray Cat Cafe Striker s Grill Sunset Restaurant Pendleton The Korner Shop Café (304) Fireside Café, LLC (304) Fox s Pizza Den (Franklin) (304) Fox s Pizza Den (Brandywine) (304) Front Porch Restaurant (April-Oct) (304) harpersoldcountrystore.com Gateway Restaurant (304) Main Street Grill (304) Moe Fatz Ice Cream (304) Potomac Highlands Recreation Center, Inc (304) The Star Hotel Restaurant (304) thestarhotelrestaurant.com Valley View Restaurant (304) Yokum s Vacation Land & Restaurant (304) yokum.com The listing of accommodations, restaurants, and attractions does not include all the businesses in these counties. Please check tricountycvb.com for a more complete listing. 18

19 NROCKS Outdoor Adventures (formerly known as Nelson Rocks Outdoor Center) is an experience like NO other! No climbing experience necessary just physical ability, an appreciation of the outdoors, and a desire to have a great day outside! Reserve the Climb! Special 10% OFF! with code VISITNROCKS15* LIVE O THE LEDGE Via Ferrata The premier guided climb in North America offering a mile of fixed-anchor, professionallyguided rock climbing. North Fork Valley Canopy Tour Experience 12 exhilarating zip lines, 3 adventurous sky bridges, and finish with a 40 foot assisted rappel back to the forest floor! Lodging On-Site! Includes brand-new guest rooms, rustic cabins, a group vacation house and tent camping. We have lodging that fits your style and budget. Reserve the climb! NROCKS.com Reservations Required No Experience Needed Located in Circleville, West Virginia Contact@NROCKS.com *Mention Code VISITNROCKS15 when making reservations by phone or online and receive 10% off the regular price of either the Via Ferrata Guided Climb or the North Fork Canopy Tour. Discount can not be combined with any other offers. Discount Expires 12/31/15.

We Feature E clectic Décor, L uxury L inens, Fabulous Art & Hearty, Farm Fresh Meals.

20 A Unique Farm to Table Inn Tucked Away in the L ost River Valley of Mathias, West Virginia. Our Historic Home offers 2 Beautiful R ms as well as 2 Cottages on the Grounds. We Feature E clectic Décor, L uxury L inens, Fabulous Art & Hearty, Farm Fresh Meals. We Make Our Own Bacon & Sausage from our Free-Range, Pasture Raised Pigs. Our Farm also Produces Sheep, Goats, Vegetables, Fruit, Chickens and E ggs. 141 Upper Cove Run Road, Mathias, West Virginia info@theinnatabbottfarm.com

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22 Rest, Relaxation, Romance Judy House BED & BREAKFAST Surround Surround yourself yourself with comfort with the and romance romantic charm of a and period wake home to a and fresh, the homemade timeless comforts breakfast. of a modern hotel. Book your honeymoon WV Highlands or getaway today! Call or online at judyhousebnb.com 202 Virginia Avenue Petersburg, W.Va.

Hardy County Moorefield, WV Grant County Petersburg, WV Pendleton County Franklin, WV Starting Point Travel Time Travel Time Travel Time Annapolis, MD 3 hours 26 mins 3 hours 45 mins 4 hours 17 mins

23 Hardy County Moorefield, WV Grant County Petersburg, WV Pendleton County Franklin, WV Starting Point Travel Time Travel Time Travel Time Annapolis, MD 3 hours 26 mins 3 hours 45 mins 4 hours 17 mins Baltimore, MD 3 hours 5 mins 3 hours 24 mins 3 hours 55 mins Charlotte, NC 6 hours 18 mins 6 hours 19 mins 6 hours 9 mins Charlottesville, VA 2 hours 43 mins 2 hours 56 mins 2 hours 3 mins Charleston, WV 3 hours 46 mins 3 hours 31 mins 3 hours 33 mins Cinncinatti, OH 7 hours 15 mins 6 hours 59 mins 7 hours 4 mins Columbus, OH 5 hours 54 mins 5 hours 44 mins 5 hours 38 mins Frederick, MD 2 hours 16 mins 2 hours 38 mins 3 hours 4 mins Pittsburgh, PA 3 hours 36 mins 3 hours 29 mins 4 hours 10 mins Richmond, VA 3 hours 46 mins 3 hours 47 mins 3 hours 16 mins Roanoke, VA 3 hours 11 mins 3 hours 23 mins 2 hours 45 mins Washington, DC 2 hours 49 mins 3 hours 8 mins 3 hours 20 mins 23

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