No excuses for missing this beautiful bridge that is not even one mile off the Interstate…read more Constructed of hand-hewn timber in 1835 for the James River Kanawha Turnpike Corporation. The bridge remained in active public use until 1929. In 1953, the bridge was reconditioned and the land purchased for this lovely park. Portable toilets, picnic benches and lighting. It's lovely and well worth a quick stop on your journey near the Virginia / West Virginia border. [Review 19595 overall - 1432 in Virginia - 566 of 2023.]

I was so glad to have carved out some time to visit this Historic site. Its two shakes of a lambs…read moretail from the highway. They created a rather large parking area with porta Jon's and about 4-5 grills and picnic tables. Nice little place. Why 4 stars? Not sure who's responsible for maintenance but trash on the ground from disrespectful people but also the grills are so old, they've rusted apart. One is hanging off its post. Otherwise, I enjoyed my visit!

Located along the Midland Trail outside Lewisburg WV, this marker points out some of the earliest…read morefrontier history and settlement of the vicinity. There is no date or number on the marker. It was erected by the West Virginia Department of Culture and History. The front of the marker reads, "Before the Fort Donnally attack, settlements had been warned by Phillip Hammond and John Pryor, scouts at Point Pleasant, who, made-up as Indians by Nonhelema, the sister of Cornstalk, passed and outran the Indians." And the reverse, "Built by Andrew Donnally a few miles north about 1771. Attack on this fort by 200 Indians in 1778 was second most important frontier engagement in the State. The fort was relieved by force under Colonel John Stuart." There is room to stop to read the marker. [Review 2 of 2026 - 194 in West Virginia - 25193 overall]

Located along US-60 on the approach into Lewisburg, this marker points out the history of the…read morenearby school. There is a margin on the side of the road if you'd like to stop to read the marker. It reads, "First established at Lewisburg 1808-09 by Dr. John McElhenney and chartered as an academy in 1812. Used as barracks and hospital during War between the States. Present buildings on north side of town built 1921." The marker does not indicate a sponsor or the date it was erected. [Review 19598 overall - 72 in West Virginia - 569 of 2023.]

Another marker along US-0 pointing out history, this one is a reminder that the Civil War passed…read morethrough the area. West Virginia was formed as part of Virginia and so it is the only state that declared its independence from the Confederacy. This marker points out a battle that took place here. It reads, "Confederate troops under Gen. Henry Heth here, May 23, 1862, were repulsed in attach upon division of Col. Geo. Crook's brigade. The Old Stone Church was used as a hospital. In his retreat, Heth burned bridge over Greenbrier at Caldwell." There is no indication of what organization sponsored the marker or when it was erected. [Review 19599 overall - 73 in West Virginia - 570 of 2023.]

Right in the historic district of Lewisburg. There is street parking available. They have a fun…read moreselection of pizzas plus calzones and sandwiches. I noticed there is a full bar. Our server was friendly and the food arrived quickly. The small Greek salad was filled with tasty items - feta, olives,tomatoes. It was tossed a a vinaigrette. We ordered the steak and beer cheese pizza. The crust was thin, crispy and had a nice flavor. This pizza did not have a red sauce. The beer cheese was a fun addition. The prices are moderate.

This review is for a late lunch for two at the bar on a Friday in early May while we were…read moreroadtripping through West Virginia. service: Charles was a great bartender with plenty of helpful recommendations. bar: 24 beers on tap, plus wine on tap. My wife drank a cab sav ($8.50) that was good. Props for having Stone IPA green label on tap ($7). food: On Charles' recommendation, we went with the T-Rex pizza ($19). It's clearly wood fired, but the crust isn't as yeasty and charred as some. details: It's a large room with booths and tables plus lots of bar seating. Parking is downtown, so you'll have to plan ahead. Noise level is good for conversation.

After crossing the Greenbrier River, I spotted this marker and stopped to see what it was about. It…read morepoints out the history of this small town and its mills. The marker reads, "From the French word meaning "Greenbrier". Thomas Edgar settled in Greenbrier County before 1780. His son built first grist mill on Greenbrier River. Three successive mills were destroyed but the fourth plant operates today." It was erected in 1980 by the West Virginia Department of History and Culture. Ronceverte's story begins with Jed Hotchkiss, a civil engineer from Virginia, who platted the town in 1871 on land once known as Edgar's Mill. The town quickly became a chief railroad junction and lumber center, with the St. Lawrence Boom and Manufacturing Company operating the largest softwood mill in the nation between 1882 and 1908. By the late 19th century, Ronceverte was thriving, with executives, educators, and medical professionals settling in its growing neighborhoods. The Greenbrier River made it one of the earliest significant river ports in the watershed, but it also brought devastating floods in 1985, 1996, and 2016, which left lasting marks on the community. [Review 1487 of 2025 - 193 in West Virginia - 25040 overall]

The Civil War was a tragic time in American history and this marker points one one very small event…read morethat took place. West Virginia was a "border" state and there were people here who supported the Union and others who supported the Confederacy. The marker has the same text on both sides. It reads, "In November 1863, David S. Creigh, a well-known southern sympathizer, found a Union soldier ransacking his home and harassing his wife. In the ensuing fight, Creigh killed the man, then hid the body. Later arrested, Creigh was tried and, on June 10, 1864, hanged. His home, Montescena, was to be burned, but it survived the war and was listed on the National Register in 1975." The marker does not have a number. It was erected in 2016 by the West Virginia Archives & History. There is room to pull over to read the marker and ponder on the incident. [Review 579 of 2025 - 163 in West Virginia - 24140 overall]

On US-60 just north of Lewisburg, this small traffic pullout is a scenic view of the valley and…read morethere is also this marker that points out a Civil War skirmish. The marker has the same text on both sides, reading "On the evening of May 1, 1863, Lt. Col. George Edgar moved to block Union troops marching to Lewisburg. Establishing lines at Tuckwiller's Hill, Edgar caught the enemy by surprise under cover of darkness early on the 2nd, and reportedly feigned orders to imaginary troops to conceal his inferior numbers. After a skirmish of 15-20 minutes, Union forces withdrew in retreat." There is plenty of space to stop and read the marker. [Review 20325 overall - 103 in West Virginia - 1303 of 2023.]