Beyond the Obvious in Beckley: Wild wonderful weekends
Curious about how you'll fill the leisure slots on your schedule when you live in Beckley? If you like the idea of quiet Saturdays, quick treks to one of the nation's newest national parks, learning more about coal mining history, and getting artsy at local galleries, Beckley is calling you home! This list of fun things to do will take you from underground mines to mountain peaks and give you a full taste of Beckley's Appalachian adventure spirit.
Hannah, Our Local Expert Guiding Your Move
Hannah is a born and raised West Virginian who briefly tested life across state lines before realizing the pull of the hills is undefeated. She has lived in both northern and south central West Virginia, moved more times than she can count during college, and knows Charleston well enough to give directions using landmarks instead of street names. She writes fiction, spins yarn into sweaters, drinks Charleston coffee like its a personality trait, and somehow keeps four pets fed. Editing West Virginia guides comes naturally when you know the people shine... even when the sun does not.
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What Will You Do in Beckley?
From weekend adventures to iconic road trips, here's how locals spend their time off.
On a Saturday with perfect weather
Visit Grandview's overlook, where you can take in a gorgeous view of the New River Valley
When the gals come to town for the weekend
Tamarack's craft shopping followed by wine and lunch at local bistros
Dude hangout day
Little Beaver State Park fishing in the lake, then bragging about it afterward
On a rainy, dreary day
Exhibition Coal Mine tour... because it's already dark outside, so why not?
Outdoorsy option
Obviously, the New River Gorge, where whitewater rapids earn their reputation (and the view certainly doesn't hurt)
Fitness-oriented fun
Lake Stephens trail loop that pretends to be easy but will take a couple of hours to complete
With your dog
New River Park, where dogs are welcome!
Family-oriented
Youth Museum of Southern WV's planetarium, plus hands-on science chaos
You have to see this
The New River Gorge Bridge towering 876 feet over the water below
For when you're on a budget
Free events at Beckley's Intermodal Gateway
For sports fans
Woodrow Wilson Flying Eagles football under those Friday night lights
For a nearby weekend getaway
Snowshoe Mountain is just an couple of hours away for skiing in the winter or festivals in the summer
My Favorite Local Spot in Beckley
Because I love Italian food so much, I have to recommend an Italian spot. Beckley's own Pasquale's serves up casual Italian cuisine and fun cocktails - perfect for a night out with friends and loved ones.
— Hannah Wyatt
West Virginia Local Expert
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