Guidebook for Marlinton
Parks & Nature
Cranberry Glades Observation Tower
Cow Pasture TrailCranberry Mountain Nature Center
West Virginia 150Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park
683 Droop Park RoadWatoga State Park
4800 Watoga Park RdRed Spruce Knob Trail Head
Tea Creek Mountain
The 784-acre Handley Wildlife Management Area (WMA) protects a hardwood forest that climbs rolling hills and scattered steep slopes in the Allegheny Mountains near the upper Williams River. There are deer, grouse, turkey, woodcock, waterfowl, and bears.
The five-acre Handley Pond offers fishing for trout, bluegill, largemouth bass, and channel catfish among Class-Q anglers. Bikes permitted only on roads open to vehicles. (Open year around). Drinking water, restroom facilities are provided.
Located 8 miles off Rt. 219 north of Marlinton on Woodrow Road.
2783 Handley Rd
Marlinton WV 24954
Handley Wildlife Management Area
The 784-acre Handley Wildlife Management Area (WMA) protects a hardwood forest that climbs rolling hills and scattered steep slopes in the Allegheny Mountains near the upper Williams River. There are deer, grouse, turkey, woodcock, waterfowl, and bears.
The five-acre Handley Pond offers fishing for trout, bluegill, largemouth bass, and channel catfish among Class-Q anglers. Bikes permitted only on roads open to vehicles. (Open year around). Drinking water, restroom facilities are provided.
Located 8 miles off Rt. 219 north of Marlinton on Woodrow Road.
2783 Handley Rd
Marlinton WV 24954
Entertainment & Activities
Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Snowshoe DrSkiing, snowboarding, mountain-biking.
The Spa at The Omni Homestead Resort
7696 Sam Snead HwyOld railroad town. Offers rides on historic trains.
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Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
12363 Cass RdOld railroad town. Offers rides on historic trains.
Fly fishing guides and lessons
http://www.knappscreektroutlodge.com/fishing/
Knapp's Creek Trout Lodge
1101 9th AvenueFly fishing guides and lessons
http://www.knappscreektroutlodge.com/fishing/
The Community Wellness Center opened to the public in July 2013. The facility is located directly beside the Marlinton Elementary School and the Greenbrier River Trail. The Community Wellness Center offers a variety of recreation opportunities, including: Gymnasium, Fitness Room, Racquetball Court, and two multi-purpose rooms. Parks and Recreation’s office is also located on the premises. Please call (304)799-7386 for hours of operation and any other information.
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Pocahontas County Opera House
818 3rd AveThe Community Wellness Center opened to the public in July 2013. The facility is located directly beside the Marlinton Elementary School and the Greenbrier River Trail. The Community Wellness Center offers a variety of recreation opportunities, including: Gymnasium, Fitness Room, Racquetball Court, and two multi-purpose rooms. Parks and Recreation’s office is also located on the premises. Please call (304)799-7386 for hours of operation and any other information.
Located two miles south of Marlinton on US 219 toward Lewisburg
16716 Seneca Trail, Buckeye, WV 24924
P: (304) 799-7466
Pocahontas Course
9 hole regulation length course
Public golf course
36 par | 3,090 yards | 110 slope
68.2 rating
Hours:
Saturday9AM–5PM
Sunday9AM–5PM
Monday9AM–5PM
Tuesday9AM–5PM
Wednesday9AM–5PM
Thursday9AM–5PM
Friday9AM–5PM
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Pocahontas County Country Club
16716 Seneca TrailLocated two miles south of Marlinton on US 219 toward Lewisburg
16716 Seneca Trail, Buckeye, WV 24924
P: (304) 799-7466
Pocahontas Course
9 hole regulation length course
Public golf course
36 par | 3,090 yards | 110 slope
68.2 rating
Hours:
Saturday9AM–5PM
Sunday9AM–5PM
Monday9AM–5PM
Tuesday9AM–5PM
Wednesday9AM–5PM
Thursday9AM–5PM
Friday9AM–5PM
Shopping
Appalachian Sport
3 Seneca TrailOutdoor store and outfitter. Live bait, etc.
"The Men's Shop" is not what you may think. This clothing store is a Carhartt retailer and carries also other outdoor clothing brands.
36 US-219
36 Seneca Trail"The Men's Shop" is not what you may think. This clothing store is a Carhartt retailer and carries also other outdoor clothing brands.
We love the Cackling Hens for their whimsical collection of vintage items. Have found quite a few treasures there!
https://www.alleghenymountainradio.org/new-consignment-store-the-cackling-hens-opens-on-8th-street-in-marlinton/
102 8th St
102 8th StreetWe love the Cackling Hens for their whimsical collection of vintage items. Have found quite a few treasures there!
https://www.alleghenymountainradio.org/new-consignment-store-the-cackling-hens-opens-on-8th-street-in-marlinton/
Antique Store with limited opening hours:
Wed: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun: Closed
https://4th-ave-mason-jar-trading-post.business.site/
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4th Ave Mason Jar Trading Post
719 4th AveAntique Store with limited opening hours:
Wed: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun: Closed
https://4th-ave-mason-jar-trading-post.business.site/
Lewisburg is a lovely historic small town just under an hour from our place. The downtown area has several art and antique shops/small galleries that a worth a visit for budget-minded visitors. We love the fact that the town promotes local artists and arts & crafts. We will report more as we visit more often.
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Lewisburg
Lewisburg is a lovely historic small town just under an hour from our place. The downtown area has several art and antique shops/small galleries that a worth a visit for budget-minded visitors. We love the fact that the town promotes local artists and arts & crafts. We will report more as we visit more often.
Essentials
Pocahontas IGA
18838 Seneca TrailBasic grocery store. Meat selection is dismal.
Dollar General
18914 Seneca Trail Right next to the Family Dollar. Charming stores .... :-(
Edray Kwik Stop
21613 Seneca TrailRegular gasoline and convenience mart. Payphone.
Mitchell Chevrolet, Inc.
400 8th StreetCar dealership and repairs.
https://www.mitchellchevroletwv.com/
Fortunately we haven't had to visit. 24h emergency service and a heli pad for more serious cases. https://www.pmhwv.org/
Pocahontas Memorial Hospital
150 Duncan RoadFortunately we haven't had to visit. 24h emergency service and a heli pad for more serious cases. https://www.pmhwv.org/
Glades Building Supply
19456 Seneca TrailA huge hardware store and my absolute favorite!
Seemingly quirky laundromat with attached thrift shop. Closed on Thursdays (?) and Sundays. Otherwise said open from 10 AM to 4 PM.
From their 2014 Facebook page:
The local laundromat and thrift shop in Marlinton, WV has been reopened, and in the process of cleaning. But we are still open for business. Our services provide walk-in laundry services, drop-off laundry services, as well as full services provided by Peter Pan Laundry (picked up/dropped off on Saturdays). While your clothes are cleaning, walk through our thrift shop.
The Clean Cow: Coin Laundry and Thrift
820 2nd AveSeemingly quirky laundromat with attached thrift shop. Closed on Thursdays (?) and Sundays. Otherwise said open from 10 AM to 4 PM.
From their 2014 Facebook page:
The local laundromat and thrift shop in Marlinton, WV has been reopened, and in the process of cleaning. But we are still open for business. Our services provide walk-in laundry services, drop-off laundry services, as well as full services provided by Peter Pan Laundry (picked up/dropped off on Saturdays). While your clothes are cleaning, walk through our thrift shop.
Arts & Culture
About an hour away in Hots Springs, VA,. Chamber Music Center with monthly events year-round.
http://www.garthnewel.org/
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Garth Newel Music Center
403 Garth Newel LnAbout an hour away in Hots Springs, VA,. Chamber Music Center with monthly events year-round.
http://www.garthnewel.org/
The Opera House is Pocahontas County’s premier performing arts center. An intimate venue, with seating for about 250, the Opera House is part of the West Virginia Historic Theatre Trail. Its annual performance series brings more than a dozen performances on its stage each year, ranging from bluegrass to jazz, folk to musical theatre and everything in between.
http://www.pocahontasoperahouse.org/about/
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Pocahontas County Opera House
818 3rd AveThe Opera House is Pocahontas County’s premier performing arts center. An intimate venue, with seating for about 250, the Opera House is part of the West Virginia Historic Theatre Trail. Its annual performance series brings more than a dozen performances on its stage each year, ranging from bluegrass to jazz, folk to musical theatre and everything in between.
http://www.pocahontasoperahouse.org/about/
The Society's Museum is located in the historic Frank and Anna Hunter House on U.S. Route 219, 17890 Seneca Trail, in Marlinton, West Virginia.
Open only through Labor Day: Mon thru Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 1 – 5 pm.
Pocahontas County Historical Society Museum
17890 Seneca TrailThe Society's Museum is located in the historic Frank and Anna Hunter House on U.S. Route 219, 17890 Seneca Trail, in Marlinton, West Virginia.
Open only through Labor Day: Mon thru Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 1 – 5 pm.
Food Scene
Dirtbean
2nd Avenue Cafe and bike shop
http://dirtbean.com/menu/
Have not eaten there yet, but locals seem to like it.
http://marlintonmotorinn.com/restaurant/
Marlinton Motor Inn
21507 Seneca TrailHave not eaten there yet, but locals seem to like it.
http://marlintonmotorinn.com/restaurant/
From their website: "The Greenbrier Grille features family-style menus in a warm and friendly dining room or on our large deck overlooking the scenic Greenbrier River. We serve three meals a day with all of your favorites cooked just the way you like them. WI-FI hotspots are available in the dining room. The Grille is open daily from 7 a.m to 9 p.m. Visa and MasterCard are accepted."
http://greenbriergrille.com/
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Greenbrier Grille and Lodge
814 1st AveFrom their website: "The Greenbrier Grille features family-style menus in a warm and friendly dining room or on our large deck overlooking the scenic Greenbrier River. We serve three meals a day with all of your favorites cooked just the way you like them. WI-FI hotspots are available in the dining room. The Grille is open daily from 7 a.m to 9 p.m. Visa and MasterCard are accepted."
http://greenbriergrille.com/
Dories Lounge
828 2nd AveWe hear that it's a good place for breakfast. Please do let us know what you think!
Neon-lit dinner charm. Phone number (304) 799-2222. Only benefit in my opinion: They stay open an hour later than every other food place in Marlinton, even on Sundays.
Mon9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Alfredo's Italian & Greek
221 8th StNeon-lit dinner charm. Phone number (304) 799-2222. Only benefit in my opinion: They stay open an hour later than every other food place in Marlinton, even on Sundays.
Mon9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sightseeing
Historic train rides April through October. Great fall foliage viewing.
http://www.mountainrailwv.com/#/
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Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad
4759 Staunton Parkersburg TurnpikeHistoric train rides April through October. Great fall foliage viewing.
http://www.mountainrailwv.com/#/
Green Bank Telescope
155 Observatory RdPretty drive. In the wintertime, check with park office if the roads have been plowed.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recarea/?recid=7011
Highland Scenic Highway
Highland Scenic HighwayPretty drive. In the wintertime, check with park office if the roads have been plowed.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recarea/?recid=7011