I've been to so many parts of this forest that it's mind boggling. It's beautiful in ways that…read morewords could never describe. There is so much to see and so many cool places to explore. One of my favorite parts is Bickle Knob because the views from the fire tower are beyond spectacular. Bowden Cave is also a great place to explore as well. There is a ton of great places to camp, mountain bike, and hike. If you are ever able to stop in any part of the Monongahela National Forest please do yourself a favor and do it. Have fun and be safe!

Driving through WV, Monongahela National Forest is a must do. It's absolutely beautiful with tons…read moreof hiking trails. Many of the trails have adequate parking spots and restrooms. We went through the Cranberry Glades and also found a random trail that led to waterfalls. This forest is GIANT. We want to come back again and find a camping ground because this national forest is truly stunning.

My husband, sister and I did the self-tour this morning and enjoyed learning as we went. Chris the…read morehost was most kind and helpful. My sister and I spent our youth living in Beverly and I've been fond of the history and the people. Well done Beverly Historical Society or whomever is working to bring the past to life for others to learn, well done. We also bought lots of yum yums from the Farmers Market, such good food, highly recommend stopping and buying some fresh vegetables and baked goods, support local farms.

This museum is known for its Civil War history, but it offers so much more! For just $5 you can…read moretour 4 different restored historic buildings with four permanent exhibits on food and daily life, frontier travel, the courthouse "war" with Elkins, and yes, the early days of the Civil War. There are many temporary exhibits too, so it's worth coming back again. Besides the museum, they offer lots of free visitor information on other things to do like walking tours, brochures, and directions to other historic sites. Free WIFI and bathroom too!

It was a rather rainy day on our vacation and I had seen a sign for the Discovery center so we…read moredecided to check it out. We have 6 children with us from 2-10 years old and they all had a good time. There was a lot of different things to check out. I especially liked the microscope and the slides you could choose from and also the different stages of a frog and turtle growing. My kids had a good time just looking at all the animals (real and stuffed). My boys love turtles so that was fun! We also walked over to their aviary area and that was also a good time. There were more things to do there that we would like to come back when it isn't raining. Also, it's free! Yes they have boxes out for donations but it's not an individual fee for everyone which is always a bonus with the kids. I highly recommend stopping here if you are looking for something different to do.

We visited the discovery center today because we thought it would be a good rainy day activity. To…read moreour surprise it was really awesome and free! There were some live animals on their first floor including snakes, salamanders and turtles. Their basement level had kids activities to play with including puzzles, furs to touch, fossils to look at and place in sand. On the other end they have a small aviary with about 6 birds to look at. That part is outside. It also looked like their was a playground, so should it not be raining it would be great to go to. Definitely recommend for little ones to visit if you are passing through.

The views were breathtaking. Not handicapped accessible though. If you have trouble walking or…read morecan't walk it's not a place for you which is extremely unfortunate because the waterfall I was able to walk to was beautiful.

This stop was our two-day "play and reset" window between Acadia NP and New River Gorge NP -- a…read morequiet breather in the beautiful WV mountains. We stayed at the lodge and had breakfast there both mornings, mostly because options nearby are... well, nonexistent. Luckily the buffet was generous, the food was decent enough to fuel the day, and the views helped everything go down a little easier. Service, however, could definitely benefit from a hospitality tune-up -- a smile and a bit of warmth go a long way before coffee! That said, the park itself is lovely. We enjoyed peaceful trails surrounded by lush forest, and the falls are truly worth the trip -- dramatic and grounding. I got in a few good hikes, while my husband happily took in the waterfall views from the accessible paths, which are thoughtfully laid out and easy to navigate. In short: Beautiful park Scenic lodge views Buffet that gets the job done Service that could caffeinate their cheerfulness Perfect little nature pause before hitting our next national park.

Great visitor center located right next to big meadows. Park staff were very helpful in providing…read moredirections and hike recommendations. The on site museum told the history of the park in such a easily digestible and understandable way that it felt really inspiring to think about the people who put the effort in to make the park what it is today.

This visitor center is a must-stop when exploring Shenandoah! The location is beautiful, with…read morestunning views that make it worth the visit on their own. Inside, there's a small but charming store with local souvenirs. The exhibits were informative and well-presented,great for learning more about the park's history, wildlife, and natural features. It's the perfect place to take a relaxing break along the way. They also had clean restrooms and restaurant nearby.

Friendly and helpful staff. Located in cute historical home. Local items for sale. Good info on…read morelocal drinks and food.

Top notch information center!…read more We were tooling around Harrisonburg and since we had no clue where anything was we popped in (plus we had to pee real bad). The two ladies working here were amazing and I am sorry that I did not get their names- they were just super friendly and spent a lot of time just chatting with us about the area and the things to see and places to eat etc. Probably one of the best Tourist information centers I have ever used. Parking lot in back.

there maybe a ton of info in line but here I really got some great advice form a local. Very…read morefriendly and one of the most informative visitor centers I have been to

This was such an informative stop! The travel counselor, Gottfried, was extremely helpful and…read moreshared with us his knowledge of the Staunton area. He made several suggestions of places to visit and restaurants to try! We took his advice on The Shack for dinner and it was amazing. His friendly demeanor made conversing with him a pleasure. The space was immaculate and well appointed. And the brochure stand was neat and organized. We chose several pamphlets for upcoming adventures. The restrooms were clean which is a always a plus! Be sure to pop by the visitors center with any questions you may have about this historic little town. Gottfried will be happy to help! Tell him we said hello!

Went today for Easter brunch. I am giving 2 stars because there was a variety of food, including a…read morewaffle and omelet station. First let me state that the fresh made omelets and waffles were the only things hot. The "hot" food on the buffett was just warmer that room tempature at best. The service was very slow, we sat at the table for a good 10 minutes waiting to put in our drink orders. My husband and I both ordered coffee which tasted great but was not hot. Server was very slow to give refills on water and coffee. Let me say that this was not our first attempt to eat here. We ate there for Mother's Day last year (2012) and experienced the same thing. We won't go back, $24.99 is just too much to pay for warm food and mediocre service.

Second time ! It's an experience ! We are on the parlor car with a more luxury experience !read more

My husband and I just took the train for the first time and we loved it. Chase was our host in the…read moreparlor, he was awesome. Very down to earth and attentive. The food was great especially the roast beef . The train itself was very comfortable and the scenery was pretty. It's a must do if you are passing through West Virginia. We will do it again when we come back