West Virginia is filled with natural beauty, but sometimes it feels out of reach in some of our bigger towns and cities. Not so in Hinton, a small railroad town of about 2000 people in Summers County, West Virginia. It’s hard to lose sight of all the surrounding wild wonder, and it gets even more impressive on the outskirts of town.
The town of Hinton has historic connections to West Virginia’s railroads.
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You can still catch a train to Hinton via Amtrak, and visit the railroad museum to learn more about the history.
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It’s hard not to notice the beauty of the mountains surrounding the town.
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Even driving down the streets, you’re never far from the fresh air.
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Just on the outskirts of town, you’ll find the beautiful Bluestone Lake.
WikiMedia Commons/Brian M. Powell The recreational area of the lake offers boating, fishing, and camping.
Also nearby is the stunning Sandstone Falls, one of West Virginia’s widest waterfalls that stretches between two islands.
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Read more about Sandstone Falls here.
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The recreational area of the lake offers boating, fishing, and camping.
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Bridges and paths in the area will allow you to explore the waterfalls and the islands.
Have you been to the charming little town of Hinton? We’d love to hear about it!
For another town in West Virginia that’s surrounded by natural beauty, take a look at the tiny town of Hillsboro, next to wilderness and waterfalls.
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