Wild and wonderful West Virginia is home to more than a hundred different national forests, state parks, wildlife refuges, and other types of wilderness, so it’s guaranteed that we are going to spend our summers outdoors in nature. There are dozens of ways to enjoy the forest, but this unique tour might just be the best.
Mountain Trail Rides offers horseback riding through the scenic Canaan Valley Resort State Park.
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They will also take you on a tour of the beautiful Dolly Sods wilderness.
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You can schedule a trip for just an hour, or book an all day tour that includes a picnic lunch.
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Beginning riders and families are welcome, as well as more experienced riders.
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The trails are open in all seasons, weather permitting.
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Some of the trails are only accessible by horseback, so this is your chance to see views that most people will never see.
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The area is home to all kinds of wildlife, including rare birds.
WikiMedia Commons/Mdf This is a Cerulean Warbler, a threatened species.
WikiMedia Commons/D. Gordon E. Robertson This is a Bobolink, another rare bird that has inspired many poets through the centuries.
This trip will definitely be an experience you will remember for a lifetime.
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Would you like to experience the wilderness of West Virginia this way? You can find out more information here.
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This is a Cerulean Warbler, a threatened species.
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This is a Bobolink, another rare bird that has inspired many poets through the centuries.
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