West Virginia is a beautiful state with plenty of natural attractions, but as a collection of small towns, it is important to know a local. Let me be your guide.
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Kid Friendly Outdoor Activities
Restaurants That Your Kids Will Love.
Kid Friendly Educational Activities.
Local Favorites your Kids will Love
Indoor play
Kid Friendly Outdoor Activities
Orr's offers many seasonal activities, including fruit picking, which is a popular attraction. They also have beautiful displays that are perfect for seasonal photo shoots.
Orr's Farm Market
Many events take place on Main Street in Martinsburg, including Trunk or Treating, Food Truck Festivals, and Christmas on Main Street. There are numerous weekend endeavors to enjoy here.
Main Street Martinsburg
My favorite thing about this park is that it offers play equipment suitable for all ages. The pool is open throughout the summer and features a concession stand. There are free grills available, and a creek where you can splash around (but as with al...
War Memorial Park
White tail is a fun way to enjoy winter days when there isn’t any snow. The downside of winter here is that sometimes it can be just slushy. White tail offers a perfect escape from the gray gloom of the season.
Whitetail Resort | Whitetail Mountain Resort
If you're looking for some natural outdoor play without the worry of snakes, consider taking a drive to Berkeley Springs State Park. I've also heard there are magical healing waters there that you can take home. Give it a try!
Berkeley Springs State Park
This new park has been all the rage in our little community. Finding good play areas for littler children can be a struggle so this new addition is great.
OH MY GOSH PLAYGROUND
Restaurants That Your Kids Will Love.
This may seem overused—everyone loves Chick-fil-A chicken. However, the main attraction here is the indoor play area, which has only one exit. If you want to enjoy a meal without a child distracting you but cannot get a babysitter, try sitting close ...
Chick-fil-A
You might be wondering—can a brewery be kid-friendly? I have taken my kids here many times. They climb on giant rocks and enjoy gorgeous views while eating delicious pizza.
Harpers Ferry Brewing
Kid Friendly Educational Activities.
This is my favorite library. They have monthly activities, themes, story times, and even movie nights. The librarians are lovely and remember you along with your book preferences. This is what every library experience should be.
South Jefferson Public Library
Kids museums are a great resource for children to learn hands on and give parents a break from entertaining.
For the Kids, by George Children's Museum
Local Favorites your Kids will Love
This walking mall features various vintage and regular toy stores, as well as bookstores with large children's sections and a reading area. During the warmer months, kids can enjoy the free splash pad.
Old Town
If you're searching for an affordable way to spend a day indoors with children, Pike's Side Bowling is a great choice. It offers an arcade and facilities for children's bowling. What better way to tire kids out than by letting them roll a ball and ch...
Pikeside Bowl
Jay Dees has a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and camps for kids. This is a local favorite for many of the locals.
JayDee's
Indoor play
Not only will your kids have fun and work up an appetite, but there is a great hibachi restaurant next to it. This is a great way to wear them out- then dine in or take out.
Ninja Kingdom Adventure Park
This indoor play area is great for more low-key playtime. It is not as Par-kour as the Ninja Park but is enclosed enough for the little ones.