Grandview WV: Easy Scenic Hikes with Kids & Dogs (New River Gorge Overlooks)

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Grandview WV: One of the Best Views in New River Gorge

Why Grandview Is a Must-Visit Spot

Grandview is GORGE-ous!

Where Is Grandview Located?

This was part of the Coalfields Waterfalls Roadtrip.

While visiting Twin Falls; we met a stranger.

“You guys gotta go to Grandview”

Don’t you LOVE generic word-of-mouth recommendations?

I’m a people person. I’m also Deaf.

Can a Deaf Person Hear?

Call it a blessing, a curse, or however you may see it. But, I absolutely love chatting up strangers and making small talk.

I’ve met the coolest people this way.

It comes naturally to me. I see someone, I want to say something.

“Hey! How ya doing?”

Sometimes it leads to a whole new friendship. Other times I’ll get a smile or a nod.

However, if we are strangers and YOU recommend a place for me to visit. I’ll likely take your recommendation. 9 times out of 10; I’ll go.

I’ve found the coolest places this way.

Arriving the Destination

Arriving to Grandview; it is part of National Park Services. The crowd level is about on par with Hawks Nest State Park. Mid-level.

Grandview Main Overlook (Perfect for Everyone)

Short Walk, Big Views

Looking out the Overlook; you could see so many trees in their full Autumn glory. Millions of trees, it felt like.

What You’ll See from the Overlook

The middle section was bare in the 1800s due to Timber mining. Since then, the trees have been replanted and grown.

Sweep your eyes across the panorama!

This beautiful vista reminded me of one I’ve seen before. But, much larger and more grande.

Greenridge State Forest in Little Orleans, MD has a smaller horseshoe curvature around the Potomac River.

Point Lookout; Greenridge State Forest Swept away in one glimpse!
Theatre West Virginia at Grandview

Catch live performances under the stars at the Outdoor Theatre! Past shows included; Footloose, Hatfield-McCoys, and Jersey Boys. $19 for Adults; $9 for kids.

Is Grandview good for kids?

Grandview offers a few hiking trails. Kids will enjoy walking alongside the ridges of New River Gorge.

Is Grandview good for dogs?

Yes! Dogs will enjoy the short jaunt to the Overlook. As well as the scenic cliffside hikes.

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