I love West Virginia anytime of year, but if I had to choose, I’d have to say that fall in West Virginia is my absolute favorite. There’s nothing like the wild, wonderful landscapes of Almost Heaven carpeted in splendid shades of yellow and orange. You don’t have to wander far to find a beautiful view in West Virginia come late September through October, but here are some of my favorite spots to take in a beautiful autumn scene: the best places in West Virginia to visit in the fall season.
Seneca Rocks is an iconic West Virginia scene, but it's even more impressive when the trees have donned their fall finest. Enjoy the views of the rocks from the visitor center or take the scenic hike up to the base of the rocks themselves.
If you're looking for a short hike with a big payoff, consider a visit to Brush Creek Falls in Mercer County. It's just a quarter mile from the Brush Creek Nature Preserve parking lot to the falls, with the trail leading through a short but beautiful stretch of woods. Continue on past the falls if you're up for more of a hike!
There's perhaps no spot in West Virginia more beautiful in the fall season than Dolly Sods. It's quite crowded here on prime fall weekends, though, so if you can, go during the week instead.
4. Glade Creek Mill
Glade Creek Grist Mill, Park Forest 802, Danese, WV 25831, USA
Babcock State Park is another fall must, especially for a look at the iconic Glade Creek Gristmill. THIS is the West Virginia scene made famous on calendars and screensavers across the nation!
If you prefer to get away from the crowds to enjoy the fall colors, Gaudineer Knob in the Monongahela National Forest is for you. Beautiful views. Mossy, old-growth forest. That's what you should expect to find on a hike through this scenic area!
6. New River Gorge Bridge
Canyon Rim Visitor Center, 162 Visitor Center Rd, Lansing, WV 25862, USA
Don't miss the chance to enjoy an autumn view of the iconic New River Gorge Bridge from the Canyon Rim Visitor Center in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, or any one of the number of trails in the area that provide other perspectives of this massive arch.
Point your car toward Davis, West Virginia for a fall visit to Blackwater Falls. And make sure to allot plenty of time to linger -- there are so many other scenic vistas to be had in the stunning Blackwater Falls State Park as well, in addition to the main waterfall view!
