Explore Local
Plan ahead! Take advantage of exclusive offers for conference participants. Discover everything Pocahontas County has to offer!
Snowshoe Activities
Greenbrier Bikes
Drive Time from Snowshoe: 38 minutes
Offering bike rentals (including E-bikes), shuttles, and amazing pizza Greenbrier Bikes has your next adventure covered! Marlinton’s full-service bike shop is a go-to stop for visitors exploring the Greenbrier River Trail, Watoga State Park, and Snowshoe Mountain.
Exclusive Conference Offer: Check your conference swag bag for a WVEDC only offer - 50% off rentals and shuttles for groups up to 8 people. Valid until next fall!
Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad
Drive Time from Snowshoe: 15 minutes
A ride on the Cass Scenic Railroad is a memorable adventure for visitors of all ages, offering the chance to experience the sights, sounds, and excitement of a historic steam locomotive.
For conference attendees: We recommend Friday's 2pm Whitaker train, which is a 2 hour round trip from the depot at Cass.
Green Bank Observatory
Drive Time from Snowshoe: 38 minutes
Looking for an experience that’s truly out of this world? Visit Green Bank Observatory, home to some of the world’s most powerful radio telescopes. Explore the science center or take a tour of the impressive telescopes that call Green Bank home.
Tours daily at 10am, 12pm, 2pm & 4pm. Science center is open 9:30am - 5:30pm.
Hillsboro Pub
Drive Time from Snowshoe: 45 minutes (219 South)
A must see on your way in or out of Snowshoe, the Hillsboro Public House, is a charming restaurant housed in a building that dates back to the early 1900s and once served as Moore’s General Store, the Public House offers a unique setting to relax, grab a bite, and experience a taste of the area’s history and hospitality.
Exclusive Conference Offer: 15% off of your meal.
Learn More at Pocahontas County CVB
There’s a reason they call Pocahontas County “Nature’s Mountain Playground.” Hike through towering forests, bike along gentle-grade trails, kayak down refreshing rivers, or cruise scenic routes while stopping at overlooks for breathtaking mountain vistas. No matter your experience level or sense of adventure, you’ll find plenty of ways to explore the outdoors and discover something new in Pocahontas County.
