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1. Beartown State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Highland Scenic Highway ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Cranberry Glades Botanical Area

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4. Watoga State Park

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5. Cranberry Mountain Nature Center

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6. Seneca State Forest

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7. The Pocahontas County Opera House

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8. Calvin Price State Forest

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9. Greenbrier Grille and Lodge

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Marlinton is a lovely town in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, known for its picturesque location within the state's gorgeous Appalachian Mountain landscape.
  • The town, which is named for pioneer Jacob Marlin, was known for its railroading and logging history in the 19th century and is home to lovely historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the beautifully-restored Pocahontas County Opera House, which presents live music performances throughout the year.
  • It provides access to many area state parks and forests, including unique Beartown State Park and the bogs of the Cranberry Glades Botanical Area.
  • Each year, the city hosts the renowned Roadkill Cook-Off, a culinary tradition since 1991.

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