Mountain adventures close to home in Morgantown
Curious about what you'll do when you live in Morgantown? If you like the idea of hiking along winding, scenic trails, getting artsy at local galleries, and trying your hand at whitewater rafting, Morgantown might just be calling you home! This list of fun things to do in the noteworthy college town will take you from dawn hikes to downtown nights and give you a full taste of Morgantown's vibrant local energy.
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 Morgantown?
From weekend adventures to iconic road trips, here's how locals spend their time off.
On a Saturday with perfect weather
Go boating or kayaking at Cheat Lake and watch the sunset behind the hills
When the gals come to town for the weekend
High Street bar crawl at night, brunch by morning
Dude hangout
Catch a brew and some wings at Mario's Fishbowl
Rainy dreary day
Lose yourself in downtown library or grab a latte on High Street
Outdoorsy
Coopers Rock will make your Instagram look like a Patagonia ad
Fitness oriented
Rail Trail running or biking along the river
With your dog
Visit Dorsey's Knob for breathtaking views at the highest point in town with your pooch
Family oriented
Splash around at Marilla Park's pool or visit White Park
In need of a selfie
PRT cars hovering above downtown sure is a strange sight in WV...
You have to see this
Milan Puskar Stadium on game day when 60,000 fans riot
On a budget
Free concerts at Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater under the stars
For sports fans
Catch a Mountaineer b-ball game at the Coliseum
My Favorite Local Spot in Morgantown
When I lived in Morgantown, one of my favorite places to eat on High Street was Chaang Thai. This cozy spot serves delicious curry and noodle dishes, soups, and fried rice. If you live on campus, it's just a walk away!
— Hannah Wyatt
West Virginia Local Expert
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