MOUNTAIN STATE MYSTERIES

Harpers Ferry

Visit the Appalachian Trail’ s midpoint and retrace the steps of the John Brown Raid at Harpers Ferry.

Berkeley Springs

Take a bath in George Washington’ s bathtub while learning about the geology of West Virginia’ s cleanest water source.

Seneca Rocks

Harpers Ferry, Jefferson County.

Photo by Seth Stover.

Holly River State Park

For the adventurous treasure seekers, take the hike up Tater Knob to this terrain 4.5 geocache.

Long Point Trail at Summersville Lake

Check out West Virginia’ s newest state park and hike out to Long Point at Summersville Lake while there.

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

West Virginia’ s winding backroads and breathtaking overlooks offer more than stunning views. They’ re home to a growing geocaching scene that draws visitors to places they may otherwise miss. Geocaching is a real-world treasure hunt where people use GPS or smartphone apps to find hidden containers called caches.

Test your rock climbing and repelling skills with this ammocan geocache that is actually at the top of Seneca Rocks.

Lion’ s Head

One of the best hikes through Dolly Sods, this geocache is a must-do for anyone who loves hiking.

Visit America’ s newest national park and take a hike on Long Point Trail to a picture-perfect view of the New River Gorge Bridge.

Beartown State Park

Learn about Beartown’ s unique geology in the rock maze of this awesome state park.

Photo by Visit Southern West Virginia.

Pirate’ s Cove at Summersville Lake.

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New River Gorge Bridge, Fayette County.

Photo by Adventures on the Gorge.