The Clarksburg Commute Guide: Steep streets and river crossings
Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: what getting around Clarksburg really takes.
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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How Do You Get Around Clarksburg?
Commutes, congestion, transit, and parking: the daily logistics nobody puts on the listing.
The time I spend getting to/from work every day is
Just over 20 minutes by car, unless you dawdle to wave at neighbors and let everyone merge in front of you
Traffic congestion areas to avoid
I-79 when construction is happening, Route 50 near the Bridgeport exit around the time of shift changes at hospitals
Ability to get around without a car
Technically anything is possible, but this is West Virginia, not Manhattan (so your best bet is to learn the local bus routes or get a vehicle)
Locals dream of driving around in a
Shiny, lifted Ford F-250 or a fancy new Jeep for weekend off-roading adventures
The reality is that most locals drive
A sensible Prius, Corolla, or Subaru with some wear and tear
Quirky local driving habit
The two-finger steering wheel wave is a must if you want to be polite in local traffic
The likelihood of finding parking here
Well, it's certainly easier than finding a Starbucks, which is saying something
#1 driving tip
Watch for deer like your insurance deductible depends on it
Where I Go for a Quiet Escape
Valley Falls State Park isn't located directly in Clarksburg - it's a stone's throw over in Fairmont, WV, but it's super close. If you want a breather and a chance to get out in nature, it's a great spot. The waterfalls are beautiful, and the hiking trails are nice if that's more your speed.
— Hannah Wyatt
West Virginia Local Expert
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