RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES-
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WALHONDE WATER TRAIL |
Hundreds of canoe and kayak
enthusiasts tour the Walhonde Water Trail each year. The 88-mile water
trail is a major recreational and tourist attraction on the Little Coal
and Big Coal Rivers in Boone, Lincoln and Kanawha Counties.
The Walhonde Water Trail is recognized nationally as one of the premier
water trails and the only in-state water trail in West Virginia.
Several access points to the Walhonde Water Trail are clearly marked with
signage along the River, and free brochures are available to the public at
various kiosks and other amenities in each of the counties.
Spend a day or two enjoying the beautiful waters of the Big and Little Coal Rivers on the Walhonde Water Trail, one of West Virginia’s “Best
Kept Secrets”.
For more information please visit www.coalriverwatertrail.com. or
contact Bill Currey, the chairman of the Coal River Group at (304) 419-4417.
There’s no fee to travel the water trail, so happy paddling.
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Boone County is home to
WaterWays, billed as West Virginia's Water Park.
The facility is located just off Corridor G (U.S. 119), halfway between Charleston and
Madison. The water park features two giant downhill water slides, junior Olympic
size pool,
a children's pool, lazy river, miniature golf, picnic facilities, archery, and go-carts. Remember,
the fun never stops at WaterWays, open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The go-cart facility
is open through the fall season, weather permitting. www.waterwayspark.com
WaterWays - West Virginia's Water Park
THE TRAILS ARE OPEN IN BOONE COUNTY
Boone County’s 70-mile section of the Hatfield-McCoy
Recreational Trails Authority's system opened in October, 2002,
on property owned by Mohler Lumber Company and Hannah Lumber
Company. The trails are open from sunrise to sunset and are
located near the WaterWays Theme Park, near Julian, just off
Corridor G (U.S. 119), about 20 miles south of Charleston, and
15 miles north of Madison. The Trail Head Center, constructed
by the Boone County Commission, is known as the "WaterWays
Trail Head Center", and the trails are known as "The Little
Coal River Trails". Riders MUST purchase a permit. Along with
permits, riders will receive a project map with directions to
the trail head center and a list of rules, and accommodations.
ATV enthusiasts can download trail maps from the Hatfield-McCoy
Recreational Trails Authority's official web site:
www.trailsheaven.com
Helpful information for trail users:
Obey all user rules (see the handbook).
Obey all signs, gates, and barriers.
Stay on the marked trails.
Adult supervision is required for those under age 16.
Do not leave any trash or litter behind.
No fires. No camping on the trails.
No alcoholic beverages may be consumed or carried.
Display user fee permit at all times.
Drive or ride at a speed reasonable for conditions.
ATV operators must meet manufacturers minimum age requirements.
No passengers on any ATV --- No exceptions
Everyone must wear a DOT, SNELL or other approved helmet and
protective eye gear.
Motorcycles and ATVs must have a properly functioning muffler
and USFS approved spark arrestor
Stop when signaled by a Ranger.
Carry photo identification at all times
TO PURCHASE A PERMIT, PLEASE STOP BY THE BOONE COUNTY COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE, LOCATED IN THE ONE AVENUE C BUILDING,
MADISON, OR CALL (304) 369-9118 or 369-9127.
Hatfield-McCoy Trails: Fun In Boone County
Located Near WaterWays Park on Corridor G
Other outdoor activities and recreation abound in Boone County, including excellent fishing
and hunting opportunities, and golf enthusiasts will find the links at the Riverview Country
Club, just outside Madison, among the most immaculate in the state.
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