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Gerrardstown Historic District |
| The Village of Gerrardstown, laid out in 1784, was the site of the first Baptist Church west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Many of the original buildings remain, including the Hays-Gerrard house, located on Route 51 and Old Dominion Road. For information, contact the Berkeley County Historical Society at (304) 267-4713. For information: www.bchs.org |
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Hays-Gerrard House |
| Built in 1743, this small stone house is one of the oldest in the county. The house features a trap door leading to an "Indian closet" on the second floor, where the family could hide from attackers. A gift shop on the ground floor is open on weekends. For information, contact the Berkeley County Historical Society at (304) 267-4713. For information: www.bchs.org |
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Hedgesville Historic District |
| Laid out in 1832, Hedgesville retains many of its original log homes. Members of the Hedges family, for which the town is named, are buried in the Mt. Zion Episcopal Church graveyard. The Presbyterian Church, also in the historic district, is an example of the Carpenter Gothic style, and dates to 1893. On Rt. 9, West of Martinsburg. |
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Mill Creek Historic District and Bunker Hill Mill |
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The gristmill contains 19th and 20th centuries milling equipment, still in operating condition. Three of the town's original church buildings stand here today.On Rt. 26, 0.8 miles east of Rt. 11. The picturesque Bunker Hill Mill, constructed in 1738 and rebuilt in 1890, is the only mill in the state featuring dual water wheels. The gristmill is open by appointment. On Rt. 26. For additional information: (304) 267-4713 |
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Mills Gap Vista |
| The Eastern Panhandle's steep ridges, fertile valleys and abundant rivers, streams and springs were the main attractions for the first settlers. One of the most spectacular views of the gorgeous scenery along the Trail can be seen at Mill Gap. At the intersection of Rt. 51 and Rt. 45. |
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Morgan Cabin |
| Colonel Morgan Morgan, the first white settler in West Virginia, built this cabin between 1731-34. The cabin was restored as a Bicentennial project in 1976, using many of its original logs. It is a historically furnished museum and is the home of the Morgan Cabin Committee. On Rt. 26, 3.5 miles West of Rt. 11. For additional information: (304) 267-4713 |
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Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area |
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Sleepy Creek is a haven for rustic camping, hiking, fishing and hunting (wild turkey is the featured game species). The area, which also has a 205-acre lake, a boat launch and a rifle range, is traversed by a section of the challenging 250-mile Tuscarora Trail. Located 11 miles west of Martinsburg and 6 miles southeast of Berkeley Springs. No gas-powered boats. For information: www.dnr.state.wv.us/wvwildlife/wma/districttwo.htm |
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Snodgrass Tavern, Hedgesville Historic District |
| Portions of this log house date to the 1740s, making the Snodgrass Tavern one of the oldest buildings in the state. During its operation as a tavern, many famous people, including George Washington and Henry Clay, visited here. (Privately owned.) On Rt. 9, 1.4 miles west of Hedgesville. |
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Vanmetre Ford Bridge |
| This stately triple-arch limestone bridge, built in 1832, is the oldest operational bridge in West Virginia, and is of the same design as the Burnside Bridge, which crosses Antietam Creek near the Battlefield Memorial. The Vanmetre Ford Bridge was named for John Vanmetre, who acquired a King's Patent in 1734 for 800 acres at this location. On Rt. 36, Golf Course Road, 2.1 miles east of Martinsburg. |
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Yankauer Nature Preserve |
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This 104-acre refuge is operated by The Nature Conservancy of West Virginia and The Potomac Valley Audubon Society, offering nature trails, bird-watching, public events, and a summer camp for youngsters. For directions and information: www.potomacaudubon.org/yankauer.html |