Seneca Rocks - a 900-foot-high formation with a visitor's center at the base. Take rock climbing lessons and scale the mountain, or non-climbers may reach the lofty heights of the rocks and view the scenic valley below by taking a 1.3 mile steep trail up the west side of the mountain.

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Blackwater Falls - where many observation points afford you panoramic views of the half-mile-wide canyon. The black water is a result of leached tannic acid from fallen hemlock and red spruce trees. The falls are one of the most photographed sites in West Virginia.

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Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge - The Nation's 500th Fish & Wildlife Refuge offers more than 20 miles of public-use trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.

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Dolly Sods Wilderness Area - The 10,215 acre property is located on the Alleghany Plateau, par of the Alleghany mountain range. The plant life is unique in that is is normally found in areas farther north. Flowering plants (May - Early July) that can be found include rhodeodendron, mountain laurel, and wild azaleas. Open year round (except during winter storms, visitors should use caution as storms develop rapidly) offering breathtaking views, scenic overlooks, hiking trails, a picnic area and camping area.

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Smoke Hole Caverns - tours offered year round. Magnificent formations are the results of millions of years of intricate processes and trillions of drops of mineral laden water seeping through the limestone bedrock which leaves trace mineral deposits that over millions of years creates spetacular stalactites, stalagmites, helectites, flowstone, columns and dazzling multi-colored formations that you will see in the WV Underground.

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Seneca Caverns - located in the scenic Germany Valley, offers two guided caverns for touring. Seneca Cavern is a guided, 1 mile tour with light. The Stratosphere Balloon Cavern is more adventurous, with no electricity, and portions of the path require use of a rope (cemented in place along the path) and some steep slopes. Family activities such as gemstone mining, miniature golf, and restaurant facilities offeringlunch in the dining room or porch overlooking the valley. Picnic areas and shaded pavailion available. Group discounts welcome for 10 or more guest.

Cass Scenic Railroad - featuring old logging trains pulled by Shay Engines, restored as a living museum of railroading and lumbering. The train operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day and on fall foliage weekends in October. Just south of Canaan Valley at Cass, WV.

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Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad - where you can ride the rails of Cheat Mountain featuring the Durbin Rocket, The Salamander, and Tygart Flyer Railroads. Just 40 minutes away in Elkins, WV.

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Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad - a diesel-powered, open-window coach train. A 3.5-hour round trip takes you through the South Branch Trough, where you might see a soaring eagle. Based out of Romney

National Radio Astronomy Observatory - The observatory is home to the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope, the largest fully steerable dish in the world.Scientists from around the world use this telescope to study planets & comets in our own Solar System, to quasars & galaxies billions of light-years away. Guided tours andgeneral public welcome. Enjoy the hands-on science center.

Mountain Trail Rides - is located on Freeland Road in Canaan Valley, just .25 mile off of Route 32, less than five minutes from Canaan Valley Resort State Park and Timberline Four Seasons Resort. Other nearby attractions include the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Blackwater Falls, Spruce Knob, Seneca Rocks, Seneca Caverns, Smoke Hole Caverns, the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Scenic Railroad, Cass Scenic Railroad, the National Radio Astronomy Observatory at Greenbank, and Deep Creek Lake in Maryland.
While visiting Canaan Valley during your vacation, honeymoon or weekend getaway, you will want to pack a lot of fun into your stay. Mountain Trail Rides is here to see that you enjoy your visit and have a safe horseback riding experience while having loads of fun! We are the largest riding stable in the Canaan Valley area and take pride in our reputation for making people feel comfortable and at ease, and for having great horses. We specialize in beginners and family groups and provide pre-ride instruction regarding horse behavior and safety rules to all riders.