Things to Do with Kids in Marlinton, WV

  • TripBuzz found 32 things to do with kids in or near Marlinton, West Virginia, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Snowshoe, Hillsboro and Hot Springs.
  • From Seneca State Forest to Watoga State Park, the Marlinton area offers 40 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Hiking Trails.
  • Located in Pocahontas County, Marlinton, WV is situated on the bank of the Greenbrier River. The small town of just over 1,000 people has preserved its small community peace and revels in its natural attractions. To celebrate its fascinating history, Marlinton hosts Pioneer Days on the second weekend of July annually.
  • TripBuzz found 32 things to do with kids in or near Marlinton, West Virginia, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Snowshoe, Hillsboro and Hot Springs.
  • From Seneca State Forest to Watoga State Park, the Marlinton area offers 40 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Hiking Trails.
  • Located in Pocahontas County, Marlinton, WV is situated on the bank of the Greenbrier River. The small town of just over 1,000 people has preserved its small community peace and revels in its natural attractions. To celebrate its fascinating history, Marlinton hosts Pioneer Days on the second weekend of July annually.
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0.7 Miles
100% 15 votes
Camping Site Route 39, Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
Featuring a four-acre fishing lake, Seneca State Forest provides over 11,000 acres of woodlands along with a campground, guest cabins and a children's playground. The area is suitable for hiking, biking, fishing, picnics, hunting, boating and swimming.
5.7 Miles
91% 43 votes
National & State Parks HC 82, Box 252, Marlinton, WV 24954 MoreLess Info
Open year-round, Watoga State Park is most known for its quality campgrounds and comfortable, spacious rental cabins. Located on a lake, water activities such as paddle boarding and fishing can be enjoyed in this park.
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83% 46 votes
National & State Parks Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park offers a range of activities. There is a day park, hiking trails, two play areas for children, picnic areas with shelters and a museum. Droop Mountain Battlefield is an official Civil War Discovery Trail site.
10.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
History Museums US Route 219 South, Marlinton, WV 24954 MoreLess Info
Various historic eras of the local region are documented within the Pocahontas County Historical Society Museum. Displays at the museum include spinning wheels and looms, tools, railroad artifacts, and dolls.
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Parks 926 5th Avenue, Marlinton, WV 24954 MoreLess Info
Pocahontas County Parks and Recreation serves the Stillwell Park, the Community Wellness Center, and Widney Park. They offer a diverse selection of community recreation programs ranging from basket weaving classes to square dances, Zumba, dodgeball, and yoga.
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History Museums RR 219, Marlinton, WV 24954 MoreLess Info
Pocahontas County Museum portrays the History of Pocahontas County. The museum exhibits mementoes and artifacts of the various eras of Pocahontas County history - from the Indians to the present. Displays include tools, spinning wheels and looms and railroad items.
0.3 Miles
96% 82 votes
Hiking Trails Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
Running along the Greenbrier River for 78 miles, the Greenbrier River Trail is built over abandoned railroad track. Hikers, bikers, horseback riders, and wagon trains use the trail, and many birds can often be seen from the trail.
10.5 Miles
91% 75 votes
Scenic Drives U.S. Route 219, Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
The Highland Scenic Highway, running for 43 miles from Richwood to US Route 219 near Marlinton, is the highest major roadway in West Virginia. While the entire route is very scenic, the four overlooks allow visitors to park and see views of the Allegheny Highlands.
7.5 Miles
90% 51 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
The 750-acre bog known as Cranberry Glades is the largest bog in West Virginia. Frequent visitors to the park include black bears, flying squirrels, hawks, bald eagles, fox, coyotes, deer, and screech owls.
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97% 33 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Monongahela National Forest, Marlinton, WV MoreLess Info
Operated by the United States Forest Service, the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center gives programs on birds of prey and snakes that live in West Virginia. Visitors can listen to multimedia presentations to learn more about the forest ecosystem and local history.
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