Morgantown, West Virginia Metropolitan Area

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Hotels near Morgantown, West Virginia:

Super 8 Motel - Morgantown, Morgantown
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5.6 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Morgantown, Wv, Morgantown
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5.7 miles away
Springhill Suites By Marriott Morgantown, Morgantown
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5.7 miles away
Lakeview Scanticon Golf Resort Spa & Conference Center, Morgantown
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6 miles away
Ramada Inn, Morgantown
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6.9 miles away
Comfort Inn Morgantown, Morgantown
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7 miles away
Waterfront Place Hotel, Morgantown
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7.9 miles away
Euro-Suites Hotel, Morgantown
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8 miles away
Residence Inn by Marriott Morgantown, Morgantown
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8.5 miles away
Southbridge Hotel and Conference Center, Southbridge
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8.8 miles away
Hampton Inn Morgantown, Morgantown
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9 miles away
Econo Lodge Morgantown, Morgantown
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9.7 miles away
Microtel Morgantown, Morgantown
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10.1 miles away
Econo Lodge Coliseum, Morgantown
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10.6 miles away
Best Western Mountaineer Inn, Morgantown
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10.6 miles away
Fairfield Inn & Suites Morgantown Granville, Morgantown
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11.3 miles away
Holiday Inn Fairmont,Wv, Fairmont
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18.9 miles away
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Uniontown, Uniontown
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19.8 miles away
* Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.

Deckers Creek
It is by far the most dangerous run in WV and one of the riskiest in the country. Be aware!...

Town of Masontown Water Supply D Lake
This lake can be hard to find , and it's huge. It's just off the rail trail , and can be scary......................you'll be going through a dirt road with woods on each side , and out of nowhere the lake comes into sight along the left. this road is right along the rail trail at the base of a huge hill climb....

Cannon Hill Campground
16 miles away
Tent Sites, Pets OK, Fires OK, Nearby Grocery, Pool...GROCERY:Bell's Market, nearby in Rowlesburg, POOL:Beautiful, clean Cheat River nearby...The campground is a the base of Cannon Hill, a Civil War battle site. Nearby in Rowlesburg are several attractions: Railroad Depot Museum and Caboose, Tray Run Viaduct, WWII Museum, white water rafting and several summer festivals (see www.rowlesburg.org). The Allegheny Trail Shelter is part of the campground.  The Community Park is open all summer. Fresh water and toilet facilities are available in the Park....Picturesque setting in Cheat River Valley. One acre grass field at the base of Cannon Hill. Fresh water available 1/2 mile at Rowlesburg Park. Limited camping in the Rowlesburg Park itself with water hookup and electricity. Please call ahead 304-454-2241--Mayor's Office of Tourism. Allegheny Trail goes by the campground. Shelter available for hikers. Cannon Hill is a Civil War Battle Site. Rich history and railroad heritage. Fabulous WWII Museum....

Elsey Run
17 miles away
My Dad grew up here, he said They don't call it the Cheat River for nothing....

Wisp
34 miles away
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Tucked away in the Mountains of Garrett County, lies Wisp Resort, Maryland's only 4-season ski, golf and recreational destination resort. With a world renowned energy-efficient snowmaking system and over 100 inches of annual snow, Wisp's 132 acres of ski terrain provide snowsport enthusiasts an incredible winter playground. Non-skiers and boarders won't be left out, in fact, they'll have as much trouble deciding what to do next with all that Wisp Resort and the Deep Creek Lake area have to offer: mountain coaster, dog sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobile tours, ice fishing, ice climbing, horse-drawn sleigh rides and more. And for those who don't like to go outdoors, we've got something for you too - the Wisp Resort Hotel's indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, Sewickley Spa, arcade and let's not forget the essentials for any great winter vacation - food and drink. Make Wisp Resort your second home with luxury real estate opportunities for every lifestyle.
Cheers!
See you on the slopes......

Timberline
41 miles away
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Ski 1,000 feet vertical at ''Real Snow Country'' from December until April including the two mile Salamander Run. Timberline is known for its gladed trails and their double black diamond trails, Off the Wall and The Drop. Come test your skills in the hills of West Virginia. Stay slopeside at the new Timberline Resort Hotel. There is live music every weekend at Timber's Pub and Fireside Grill located in the main lodge. March 20-21 is our annual Snowy Luau. It's the biggest party of the year, with a torch light parade and Polynesian dancers. Check out our website www.timberlineresort.com or call 1.800.SNOWING for more information....

Seven Springs
45 miles away
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Snowshoe
61 miles away
Snowshoe has the biggest elevation drop of any skiresort in the region which in my oppinion makes it a realtively great ski resort. You can get more skiing done before you have to get on the lift again. Which I think is very important in a ski resort....

Bryce Resort
85 miles away
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... perfect place for kids and adults alike to learn how to ski or snowboard, but our slopes provide challenges for intermediate, advanced, and expert skiers and snowboarders as well.
Our instructors are among the best in the business. Group and private lessons are easily set up with the experienced staff at the Bryce Resort Ski school.
Adults and kids alike enjoy competing in our fun and challenging ski racing program.
In the last four years, Bryce Resort has made significant upgrades to the snow making equipment to allow more efficient production and flexibility. Also new is a carpet lift escalator to transport advanced beginners effortlessly to the top of the Bunny slope.
The Ridge Runner's Snow Tubing Park continues to be a widely popular place where everyone can safely slide in the snow. Our carpet lift carries you quickly back to the top of the start hill. It's great fun for all ages! In addition, Bryce Resort offers a fully stocked Ski Boutique, a certified ski repair shop, and a rental shop for ski and snowboard equipment.
For up-to-date ski area information, sen...

Massanutten
97 miles away
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Here in Virginia Massanutten is my top choice for skiing any day. Nice little beginner area on one side and a pretty big advanced area on the other side. It's a very well run resort....

Blue Knob
98 miles away
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Blue Knob has a golf course located on-site (''beautiful 9-hole mountain course winding through scenic wooded area adjacent to rental units and condominiums on the mountain''). We also have an on-site restaurant (The Black Bear), a pub/restaurant (The Clubhouse) located at the condo/golf course area, and a cafe/cafeteria (The Summit) in the lodge at the mountaintopns resort, claysburg, Pa.). Our website address: www.blueknob.com...


Campgrounds near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Albright Campground, Albright, 15 miles away
      
   Whisper Mountain Campground, Roanoke, 16 miles away
      
   Pinhill Campground, Hazelton, 17 miles away
      
   Pine Hill Campground, Bruceton Mills, 17 miles away
      
   Cannon Hill Campground, Rowlesburg, 17 miles away
      Tent Sites, Pets OK, Fires OK, Nearby Grocery, Pool...

   Chestnut Ridge Regional Park and Campground, Bruceton Mills, 17 miles away
      
   Sand Springs Camping Area Chestnut Ridge Regional Park, Bruceton Mills, 17 miles away
      
   Coopers Rock State Forest, Bruceton Mills, 17 miles away
      
   Mount Morris Campground, Mount Morris, 18 miles away
      
   Alyeska-Big Bear Lake, Bruceton Mills, 20 miles away
      



Trails near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Mile Trail, Fayette , 20 miles away
      



Paddling Rivers Near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Deckers Creek, MonongaliaCounty, 2 miles away
      Class I-IV+(V+) - 5.8 miles long (Preston County line to West Virginia 7)
It is by far the most dangerous run in WV and one of the riskiest in the country...

   Deckers Creek, PrestonCounty, 2 miles away
      Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Masontown to Preston County line)

   Fields Creek, PrestonCounty, 4 miles away
      Class II-IV - 3.6 miles long (West of Browns Mill to confluence of Three Fork Creek)

   Clay Run, MonongaliaCounty, 5 miles away
      Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Junction with Quarry Run to Cheat Lake)

   Deckers Creek, MonongaliaCounty, 6 miles away
      Class II-III - 6 miles long (Rt. 7 to Monongahela)

   Cheat River, Preston/MonongaliaCounty, 6 miles away
      Class III - 10 miles long (Jenkinsburg Bridge to Cheat Lake)

   Bull Run, PrestonCounty, 6 miles away
      Class V+ - 2.8 miles long (Bull Run to Cheat River)

   Three Fork Creek, Preston/ TaylorCounty, 9 miles away
      Class I-IV - 12 miles long (Close to West Virginia 92 to Thornton)

   Big Sandy Creek, PrestonCounty, 9 miles away
      Class IV-V - 5.3 miles long (Rockville to Jenkinsburg Bridge)

   Sovern Run, PrestonCounty, 11 miles away
      Class IV - 0.8 miles long (Co. Road 14-3 to Rockville)




Ski Areas Near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Wisp, Maryland, 34 miles away
      700 vertical feet
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... an incredible winter playground. Non-skiers and boarders won't be left out, in ...

   Canaan Valley, West Virginia, 42 miles away
      850 vertical feet

   Timberline, West Virginia, 42 miles away
      1000 vertical feet
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...r until April including the two mile Salamander Run. Timberline is known for it...

   Seven Springs, Pennsylvania, 46 miles away
      754 vertical feet
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   Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania, 49 miles away
      610 vertical feet

   Boyce Park, Pennsylvania, 49 miles away
      180 vertical feet

   The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania, 58 miles away
      940 vertical feet

   Snowshoe, West Virginia, 61 miles away
      1500 vertical feet
...which in my oppinion makes it a realtively great ski resort. You can get more sk...

   The Homestead, Virginia, 85 miles away
      700 vertical feet

   Bryce Resort, Virginia, 85 miles away
      500 vertical feet
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...ns are easily set up with the experienced staff at the Bryce Resort Ski school.<...




Golf Courses Near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Paradise Lake Golf Course, Morgantown, 8 miles away
      
   Meadow Ponds Golf Course, Cassville, 15 miles away
      
   Tygart Lake Public Golf Course, Grafton, 17 miles away
      
   Springdale Golf Club, Uniontown, 18 miles away
      
   Duck Hollow Golf Club, Uniontown, 20 miles away
      



Lakes Near Morgantown, West Virginia:

   Town of Masontown Water Supply D Lake, Preston County, 3 miles away
      ... the rail trail , and can be scary......................you'll be going through ...

   Strawn Lake, Monongalia County, 3 miles away
      
   Tibbs Run Reservoir, Monongalia County, 4 miles away
      


  

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