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Wander Hardy County ’ s Country Roads
Rivers , Runs and Lakes
Hardy County ’ s rivers , stocked lakes and mountain runs offer some of West Virginia ’ s best fishing . Rent a canoe or kayak at Breezewood Adventures to see The Trough , an isolated 6-mile gorge on the South Branch of the Potomac River where bald eagles soar overhead . The South Fork is a seasonal float and fishing river , and Lost River disappears underground to become the Cacapon . Trout Pond Recreation Area is home to the 17-acre Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond , while diminutive , is West Virginia ’ s only natural lake .
Hiking , Biking and Horseback Riding
Visit historic Lost River State Park and see the impressive Cranny Crow Overlook . Hike the trails or experience them on horseback with a guide from Hidden Trails Stables . In nearby George Washington National Forest hike or bike the trails to spectacular mountain vistas across two states .
In Town and Out
In Moorefield , tee-off at Valley View Golf Club or visit West- Whitehill Winery for a tour and tasting . See performances at McCoy ’ s Grand Theater or the latest movie at South Branch Cinema 6 . Buy locally grown produce and beef at one of the many farmer ’ s markets across the county . Visit Dakota Glass Works to see glassblowing demonstrations , and WordPlay , an independent bookstore in Wardensville . For a unique shopping experience , crisscross the county to visit Lost River Artists Marketplace , South Fork General Store , Lost River General Store , Our Roots , South Branch Inn Gift Shop and Lost River Trading Post .
Explore Our History and Yours
Travel our country roads to see the Hardy County Barn Quilt Trail . Download TheClio . org app to travel the Hardy County Historic Schoolhouse Trail or follow the Civil War Trails markers to the many historic sites in the county . Celebrate rural heritage at small-town parades , fairs and festivals and traditional community dinners scheduled throughout the year . Don ’ t miss the 70th Annual Hardy County Heritage Weekend festivities September 22- 24 and the Wardensville Fall Festival October 13-15 .
Plan your next day ’ s adventure over dinner and live music at Mullins 1847 or Lost River Grill , dine by candlelight or in the cozy bar at the Guesthouse , enjoy a steak at O ’ Neill ’ s , a burger at Better Times or a wood-fired pizza at Lost + Found Pizza and Provisions .
Visit Hardy County for the day , but plan to spend the night . There are plenty of adventures left over to keep you busy the next day and the day after , too .