Spring is on its way, West Virginia! Are you as excited as we are? We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the changing of the season than with a hike on the Armory Canal Trail in Harpers Ferry. This beautiful, lightly trafficked stroll along a historic canal in West Virginia is the perfect way to welcome spring! Some folks may even argue that this is one of the best spring hikes in West Virginia

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The Armory Canal Trail connects the two ends of Potomac Street along the Potomac River from the Harpers Ferry Station in Lower Town to the Potomac Canal Headrace near Harpers Ferry Campground.

Have you trekked this spring hiking trail in West Virginia? If so, what time of year did you visit the trail? What was your favorite part? For more interesting attractions near Harpers Ferry, check out this article about the hauntingly beautiful Hilltop House Hotel.

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Best Hikes In West Virginia

Aside from the Armory Canal Trail, what are some more hikes in West Virginia that you recommend?

If you love spending time in the great outdoors, here are some of the best hiking trails in West Virginia that belong on your list.

  • Maryland Heights Loop, Harper's Ferry
  • Endless Wall Trail, Edmond
  • Bluestone Turnpike Trail, Nimitz
  • Tug Fork River Trail, Williamson
  • Grandview Rim Trail, Prince
  • Canyon Rim Overlook Boardwalk, Lansing
  • Allegheny Mountain Trail, Riverton
  • North Fork Mountain Trail, Cabins
  • Coopers Rock State Forest Loop, Morgantown
  • Long Point Trail at Summersville Lake, Summersville
  • Acorn Ridge Trail, Bramwell
  • Alice Knight Memorial Trail, Charleston

Be sure to check out our previous article to discover more about these hiking trails in West Virginia.

What are some cool springtime activities in West Virginia?

We love when spring comes around in WV, and here are some of the coolest springtime activities in West Virginia that you will love.

  • Lewisburg Chocolate Festival, Lewisburg
  • Cottontail Express, Elkins
  • Ritter Park Rose Garden, Huntington
  • Berkeley Springs State Park, Berkeley Springs
  • Babcock State Park, Clifftop
  • Oglebay Park, Wheeling
  • The Salt Cave and Spa, White Sulphur Springs
  • Cool Springs Park, Rowlesburg
  • Core Arboretum, Morgantown
  • West Virginia Botanic Garden, Morgantown
  • Irish Spring Festival, Ireland
  • Fred E. Brooks Memorial Arboretum Loop, Marlinton

Read our article telling you more about these springtime activities in West Virginia that we recommend.

What are some day trip ideas in West Virginia during the spring?

From unique festivals to small town activities, here are some of the best day trip ideas in West Virginia that you should add to your list this spring:

  • Spring Nature Fling
  • Visit a Small Town
  • Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad, Romney
  • Sunshine Farm & Gardens, Greenbrier County
  • Take a Flower Road Trip
  • Hatfield-McCoy Trail System, Man
  • Chase Waterfalls - Cathedral Falls, Gauley Bridge

Discover more by visiting our website for some awesome day trip ideas in West Virginia.

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