Autumn Adventures Await
The air is fresh and crisp. Mountain ridges glow with the warm colors of fall. Farms come alive with autumnal harvests. Whether you’re chasing foliage views, pumpkin-picking, or hoping for a few chills down your spine, Grant County delivers the best of the season.
Take the Scenic Route
Crisp mountain air and winding roads make Grant County the perfect place to fire up your engine and Ride the High 5—a motorcycle route that takes you on an unforgettable tour through the Potomac Highlands. From the Monongahela National Forest to Smoke Hole Canyon, the routes showcase the best West Virginia views you can see from the seat of your bike. Pack a thermos of coffee and make a day of it—the rides wind through small towns and scenic overlooks that you’ll want to stop and photograph.
With October’s mix of color and cool weather, there’s no better time to experience the trails. Stop by the historic South Side Depot in Petersburg to pick up your copy of the Ride the High 5 maps, and treat yourself to some souvenir shopping while you’re there.
Fall on the Farm
Image Courtesy of Cherry Brook Farm
If your ideal autumn adventure features a slower pace, look no farther than Grant County’s many picturesque farms. Cherry Brook Farm in Mount Storm offers the full fall experience. Pack your lunch for a picnic surrounded by blooming sunflowers and fields of mums, and don’t forget your camera.
Sprawling pumpkin patches invite you to pick a tiny gourd or a hefty 50-pounder from a rainbow of shapes and colors—pink, blue, white, green, and gray—in smooth and warty varieties. Between browsing, treat yourself to caramel apples, fudge, or freshly popped kettle corn. The best part? Entry is free—just bring your appetite for autumn.
A Bite of Halloween
As evening falls, trade the pumpkin patch for the playhouse. This October, West Virginia Theater East sinks its teeth into Dracula—the perfect production for Halloween thrills. Visit the Landes Art Center's Harr Theatre at 7 p.m. from October 16 to 18. Or, if the evening show is too spooky for you, find daytime chills at 2 p.m. on October 18 and 19.
Whether you’re looking for a little Halloween spirit or a night of unforgettable storytelling, it’s a must-see show that pairs perfectly with the season’s chills and charms. While you’re in Petersburg, creep on over to The Grove Cafe and Bakery and Weavers Market Cafe for cozy sips and quick bites.
From open-air rides and family farm days to a hauntingly good evening at the theater, Grant County is the perfect place to celebrate October. Come for the color, stay for the stories, and savor every moment of fall in the Potomac Highlands.