Within the coronary heart of the Mon Forest, uncover an untamed, stunningly lovely mountain village blessed with unbelievable out of doors journey and heat, pleasant individuals who love sharing their mountain residence with visitors. Positioned in Grant County, Petersburg is the proper place to chill out with household and pals when you discover our infinite out of doors journey alternatives. Absorb our superb views, traverse our infinite trails, or moist a line in our mountain streams. You’ll return residence refreshed, recharged, and able to come again once more quickly.
With the chilly of winter gone and the thrill of heat climate, fishing fans discover their solution to the Petersburg space for among the greatest fishing in West Virginia. Our cool mountain streams and gorgeous lakes make for an anglers paradise. Skilled guides can present a one-of-a-kind fishing expertise.
Josh (Trout King) and Rachelle Hedrick have owned and operated Smoke Gap Outfitters for over ten years. Along with guided fishing journeys, Josh affords fly fishing classes for newbie to seasoned anglers.
Harman’s Luxurious Cabins affords two miles of personal entry trophy trout stream, offering anglers the chance to fish for lovely trophy trout. Company of Harman’s have free entry to their personal stream and can even work with skilled personal guides.
Guides Eli and Katlyn with Three Rivers Guiding like to share their information of the rivers and keenness for fishing with their visitors. They provide single and multi-day wading and onshore fishing journeys on 3 of the very best trout streams in West Virginia for newcomers to skilled anglers.
The footprints of novice and skilled hikers might be discovered throughout Grant County. We’re blessed with among the greatest mountain climbing trails in West Virginia. The North Fork Mountain Path which is roughly 24 miles lengthy is good for a 2 to 3-day backpacking journey that is filled with wildlife and superb surroundings.
Some of the in style locations on the North Fork Mountain Path is Chimney Rock. This hidden gem within the Mon Forest offers probably the greatest views within the state. Begin on the North Fork Trailhead on Smoke Gap Street, simply off North Fork Freeway not removed from Cabins, West Virginia. It’s a strenuous 5.5-mile hike with an additional steep scramble proper on the finish, however the views from the highest are well worth the effort.
Inside the Mon Forest lies the Smoke Gap Canyon. The “Smoke’s” are very fashionable for hikers, climbers, and boaters. Discover the three.5-mile South Department Path, a loop path that follows the river upstream, ascends half means up Cave Mountain, passes fields and previous farms on its means again downstream, after which drops again all the way down to the river practically reverse Shreve’s Retailer.
The Petersburg space is well-known for our epic mountain climbing and biking trails that appeal to 1000’s of tourists to our mountains every year. However we’re additionally blessed with superb river trails excellent for kayaking, canoeing, or only a leisurely float.
The Hopeville Canyon is among the greatest paddling pleasures in West Virginia. The North Fork of the South Department of the Potomac flows via the canyon creating about 5 miles of Class III river excellent for journey kayaking.
For a traditional float/fishing journey, the lengthy and exquisite Smoke Gap Canyon options huge rock formations and nice tenting spots. The rapids are a constant Class I – II with a pair Class II+, so the paddling is straightforward and enjoyable.
The Petersburg space is residence to so many epic views from our scenic mountains that it might take a whole lifetime to see all of them. However if you wish to get the true chicken’s eye view of our superb mountain residence, the Japanese Hovering Middle affords an aerial expertise that you’ll not quickly neglect. In the event you suppose West Virginia is gorgeous by land, it’s best to see it from the air. After a glider expertise, you’ll know why eagles spend a lot time flying.
After a full day of exploring, select from a big selection of lodging choices. From primitive tenting to luxurious resorts, and the whole lot else in between, discover what fits your journey type.
