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What to do and see in Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV): The Best Things to do
Fayetteville is a town in and the county seat of Fayette County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 2,892 at the 2010 census.
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1. New River Gorge Bridge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,054 reviews
Reviewed By NeoWasHere - Frederick, United States
We viewed the longest arch bridge in the Western hemisphere from the overlook decks on the Canyon Rim Visitor Center grounds. Its arch span is 1700 ft. long and the roadway is 876 ft. above the New River. The bridge opened for use in 1977 after taking over three years to complete. Every year on the third Saturday of October, Bridge Day is held to celebrate the anniversary of the bridge's completion. On Bridge Day, they close down the bridge to vehicular traffic as thousands of spectators walk across it and gather around to watch BASE jumpers risk their lives jumping off it and parachuting down to the landing zone or river below. Rappelling is also permitted. Bridge Day 2020 was cancelled due to safety concerns around mass gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. In its 40 year long history, this was only the second time Bridge Day had been cancelled with the other being in 2001 due to 9/11. See you on October 16, 2021 all you adrenaline freaks!
2. New River Mountain Guides
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Since 1994, we have offered personalized climbing instruction for new and experienced climbers. Our instructors are accomplished climbers who are AMGA SPI certified, knowledgeable of the area and are excellent teachers. Half, Full and Multi-day trips are available, scheduled at your convenience.
3. Cantrell Ultimate Rafting - Day Tours
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5.0 based on 356 reviews
Cantrell Ultimate Rafting is a family owned and operated West Virginia company situated near the village of Fayetteville and the village of Hinton and the best whitewater rafting on the east coast. Cantrell guides are some of the finest in the industry and the customer service is the best! We will give you the highest quality trip possible, not the highest price – this is our guarantee! We have 2 locations in the New River Gorge Region. Out of Fayetteville, WV you can come and visit us at our Gatewood River Access basecamp we have cabins with private hot tubs, rustic cabins, R.V. camping with full hook-ups, bathhouse and onsite laundry facilities and our popular 35th Star Grill & Pub where you can enjoy some of the best entertainment in the region every weekend. Our trips out of this location range from mild to wild whitewater, so if your group is mixed this would be the best destination for you. This location is also perfect for accessing beginner to advanced hiking and biking trails; gravity ziplines to tree-top canopy tours; ATV adventures and a new area attraction - BridgeWalk. From our Hinton location we offer a nice mild family trip that is just right for beginners and gives you a small taste of white water. This location is close to Bluestone State Park and Pipestem Resort State Park.
4. Jaybird & Charlie's Pub
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By elissejo - Landgraff, United States
Fun bar we feel lucky to have found! The owner, Jaybird, was really nice and made us feel welcome, and we had drinks both outside and at the bar. He has pool tables and foosball, and it's the place we'd hang out if we lived in Summersville! Will definitely return if we get back to the area!
5. Mountain Surf Paddle Sports
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
Mountain Surf Paddle Sports offer high quality Stand Up Paddle Board rentals , tours and instruction. We have ACA SUP Instructor trained guides (the only company on Summersville Lake and New River with ACA trained SUP instructors). We offer flat water tours and instruction on Summersville Lake, Intro to white water SUP tours and instruction on the Upper New River, and scenic tours at Kanawha Falls in Gauley Bridge. This small, family owned business is passionate about paddle boarding and is eager to share this passion with you! Rentals are available for pick up at Water Stone Outdoors in Fayetteville, WV.
6. Escape-A-Torium
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5.0 based on 106 reviews
60 minutes of Escape Game Adventure. Be transported to another time, place, and reality. Find the clues, solve the challenges, and together you just might succeed! Hurry...time is ticking!
Reviewed By jennifersR7943AV - Virginia Beach, United States
We’ve done a ton of escape rooms and this is one of the best. Really creative puzzles and theming, and great incorporation of technology. We’ve done two of their three rooms and are on a dinner break before heading back to do the third!
7. Long Point Trail
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5.0 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By jensmithrn - Hurricane, United States
Great hike that ends in beautiful views of the gorge and New River Gorge bridge! The last 0.2 miles has a bit of a steep section, but was well worth it!
8. Kaymoor Miners Trail
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By dctrentster
The title is a bit off. It was GREAT for 3 of us. Our youngest found it on the difficult side given the many, many stairs. It’s probably a trip for those who are in somewhat good shape as the trip back up from the stair is tough even for those in relative shape. The mine ruins are super-cool. One of them is literally super-cool (the mine vent). There were some crazy folks running it. Running, walking, or dragging…it’s a great hike.
9. Arrowhead Bike Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
The Arrowhead Bike Farm combines a bike rental & gear shop, biergarten and campground featuring Trek & Pivot rental & demo bikes. We are located right next to the Long-point Trailhead, The Arrowhead Bike Trails and rock climbing at Kaymoor Top.
10. Historic Fayette Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Established by the Fayette County Historical Society, the Historic Fayette Theater is a restored theatre in the Historic District of Fayetteville, WV presenting live music and drama. This (almost) all volunteer theater showcases local talent, Appalachian arts, and community-oriented entertainment for all!
