Trails, rivers and local favorites in Clarksburg
Curious about what you'll do when you have time off and you live in Clarksburg? If you like the idea of exploring quirky historic districts, getting artsy at local galleries, and exploring local Appalachian walking trails, Clarksburg is calling you home! This list of fun things to do will take you from morning hikes to late night music and give you a solid taste of Clarksburg's small town charm and grit.
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 Clarksburg?
From weekend adventures to iconic road trips, here's how locals spend their time off.
On a Saturday with perfect weather
Hit the Rails to Trails for miles of West Virginia scenic glory (solo or with your friends and family)
When the gals come to town for the weekend
Wine tasting a town over at Fairmont's MonValley Vineyards, or do some downtown window shopping shenanigans
Dude hangout day
Beers and bluegrass at a Main Street dive bar
Rainy dreary day
Tour the Historic Waldomore and get a taste of the past
Artsy adventure
Head to the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center for your culture fix (music, comedy, dance, drama... your pick!)
Outdoorsy option
Kayaking on the West Fork River, like a true Mountaineer
Fun with your dog
Clarksburg Dog Park, where Fido can run off-leash and finally be himself
Family-oriented
Veterans Memorial Park for picnics and playground-induced exhaustion for the little ones
You have to see this
Stonewall Jackson's birthplace, because history happened right here folks
For when you're on a budget
Free summer concert series at the Clarksburg Amphitheater
For sports fans
Catch a high school football game where Friday nights reign supreme, or take a short drive to Morgantown for WVU football
After 2am
Sheetz run for late night mozzarella sticks and regret
My Favorite Local Spot in Clarksburg
Whiskey Biscuits is a sweet little brunch spot in Clarksburg! It's a newer option but has a lot to enjoy, even if you want lunch or breakfast instead of brunch. If you want a hot dog, you can do that. If you want seafood, you can do that. If you want BBQ, they even do that well!
— Hannah Wyatt
West Virginia Local Expert
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