Small Town Getaway, Big Time Charm
When you visit downtown Buckhannon, you’ll find locally owned restaurants, specialty shops & boutiques, West Virginia hospitality, and more. You’ll love strolling up & down the historic streets of Buckhannon.
A quick drive south, you’ll shift to the great outdoors with the WV Wildlife Center, pristine rivers and peaceful scenic views to create a laid-back trip to West Virginia.
Within 30 minutes, you’ll find a resort & spa, excursion train rides, and endless opportunities to create an adventure & lasting memories.
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Civil War Sites
West Virginia traces its very origins to the Civil War, and 150+ years later it’s still possible to experience the…
Civil War Sites
West Virginia traces its very origins to the Civil War, and 150+ years later it’s still possible to experience the history of the War Between the States.
38 West Main Street | Destruction at the Courthouse: After defeating the town’s Union defenders Jenkins’s cavalry marched the prisoners to the courthouse and made them burn weapons and ammunition here. The building was used for storage and housing by Federal troops later in the war, causing considerable damage.
Park Street | General George McClellan: Visit Buckhannon City Park on Park Street to learn more about McClellan, a Union general, and the shifting of loyalties during the Civil War. While this area remained staunchly pro-Union during the Civil War, the Buckhannon support continually shifted sides as troops from both sides would arrive.
16 Marion Street | Jenkins in Buckhannon: Confederate General Albert Jenkins overcame some Union resistance here during his late summer 1862 cavalry raid. Jenkins was attracted to the town because of vast amounts of Union supplies stockpiled here. He attacked August 30 and scattered men from several Union units attempting to defend the town.
88 Rock Cave Road | Kesler’s Raid: In September 1863, Confederate Major Joseph Kesler led a raid through Upshur County aimed at capturing Sutton. As Kesler made his way back to his base in Pocahontas County, he captured seventy Union militia men at Centerville which earned him praise from his commander. Hardship and death was in store for the majority of the captured, however, others were sent to Confederate prison camps.
99 Edmiston Way | The Bassle House: After occupying Beverly for four days, Confederate General John Imboden led his wing of cavalry here to reunite with the wing under Gen. William Jones during their 1863 raid. After conferring, the Confederates moved on to Weston. Long lines of cavalry and wagons passed this spot May 2, 1863.
Stay Over
The Hummingbird Cabin
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Relaxing riverfront cabin on the Middle Fork River in…
The Hummingbird Cabin
Relaxing riverfront cabin on the Middle Fork River in Upshur County. Approximately 1.3 miles from Route 33, (Corridor H) accessed on paved road. Conveniently located between Buckhannon and Elkins, WV.
The space
Bedroom #1 is equipped with a Queen Size Bed.
Bedroom#2 is equipped with a Full Size Bed.
Dish Network is provided
Guest access
Entire Cabin
Other things to note
Many trails/roads available for side by sides and bicycling. We provide (2) kayaks for river fun.
We provide firewood for our fire pit , the fireplace insert and wood pellets for the pellet stove.
Hummingbird offers two outside grills, one for the charcoal lovers (charcoal provided) and one Weber propane grill. Both Grills located on the deck with easy access to the kitchen.
You can book your stay at The Hummingbird HERE
Flavor
The Gaines Diner
Phone: 304-924-9359 Email: thegainesdiner@gmail.com Half the fun is the drive out to Gaines Diner! Travel on Route 20 South, and…
The Gaines Diner
Phone: 304-924-9359
Email: thegainesdiner@gmail.com
Half the fun is the drive out to Gaines Diner! Travel on Route 20 South, and then veer left to stay on Route 20. Drive a few miles, then turn left onto Gaines Road by the Arlington Mini Mart. Follow Gaines Road for about 3-4 miles…. You might think you missed it, but just when you might give up, you’ll see the Gaines Diner on the left, with a white fence around it!
2053 Gaines Road
Rock Cave, WV 26234
Shopping
Highland Nursery
Phone: 304.460.2558 Highland Nursery is your destination for Trees, shrubs, bedding plants, vegetable plants, hanging baskets and more! 2915 Old…
Highland Nursery
Phone: 304.460.2558
Highland Nursery is your destination for Trees, shrubs, bedding plants, vegetable plants, hanging baskets and more!
2915 Old Elkins Road, Buckhannon WV
www.facebook.com/HighlandNurseryWV
Events
Rex’s ExesThursday, April 25, 2024 - Saturday, April 27, 2024
And, yes, it's set in Texas! This deliriously funny Southern-fried farce finds the Verdeen cousins of Sweetgum, Texas - Gaynelle, Peaches and Jimmie Wyvette -...
Meet Here
WV Wesleyan College
Phone: 304.473.8104 We are proud to offer complete conference hosting services including a wide range of meeting spaces, lodging accommodations,…
WV Wesleyan College
59 College Avenue, Buckhannon WV
www.wvwc.edu
Travel Inspiration
A Dickens Christmas Fair
Following the theme of the classic tale ‘A Christmas Carol’, A Dicken’s Christmas Fair will bring simple joys to Buckhannon’s…
Welcome Wesleyan Bobcats!
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Dog Friendly Places in Buckhannon
The Buckhannon Dog Park is at 20 Randolph Street located at the River Walk trail near the boat ramp. This…
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