Home to West Virginia University and endless stretches of rolling mountain forest, the city of Morgantown, WV is a great place for anyone with a passion for the outdoors. And now that fall is on the way, our real estate agents are excited to share some of their favorite outdoor destinations in and around Morgantown!

1. Monongahela River Trail - Route 73, Morgantown , WV  26505
   A 48-mile trail network that connects areas throughout West Virginia, the Monongahela River Trail is one of the great outdoor resources in the region. The trails are open to hiking, running, dog walking, and cycling, with numerous access points in and around Morgantown, including trailheads near these Morgantown homes for sale. The Monongahela River Trail system is still an ongoing work in progress, with new sections being completed as the Mon River Trails Conservancy continues to convert West Virginia's disused railroad beds into public footpaths. 
   
   
2. Cheat Lake Park and Trail - Bunker Hill Road, Morgantown, WV 26508
   Cheat Lake is one of the great outdoor destinations in Morgantown. A popular spot for swimming, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, the lake is also home to a 4.5-mile hiking trail that hugs the lakeshore. Visit the picturesque Cheat Lake Park to explore all the lake's many possibilities. The hiking trail, swimming beach, and boat launch site are located on the northeast shore of Cheat Lake, where you will also find ample fishing access, shady picnic areas, playgrounds, and restrooms.
   
   
3. WVU Core Arboretum - Monongahela Blvd., Morgantown , WV 26505
   West Virginia University is home to the lovely Core Arboretum, which preserves 91 acres of hillside and bottomland forest near the WVU Coliseum, between Monongahela Boulevard and the Monongahela River. Core Arboretum is open to the general public every day from dawn until dusk, and its shady hiking trails are an incredible place to get up close with West Virginia's abundant plant and animal life. The arboretum includes old-growth forest that may be over 200 years old, as well as more than 150 species of planted trees and shrubs. At least 180 different bird species have been spotted here.
   
   
4. Deckers Creek Trail - Earl Core Road, Morgantown , WV  26501
   Trail organizations in West Virginia have done a fantastic job transforming old railroads into usable hiking trails, and the Deckers Creek Trail is a great example. Stretching 19 miles between Morgantown and Reedville, this trail offers rolling terrain and picturesque views of rugged rock outcroppings, rambling rhododendron groves, and secluded hardwood and hemlock forests. The trail also traverses residential neighborhoods and historic sites like the old Greer Limestone and The Bretz Coke Ovens. And with roughly 1,000 feet in elevation gain end-to-end, the Deckers Creek Trail offers some moderately challenging terrain as well. 
   
   
5. Dorsey's Knob Park - Grafton Road, Morgantown, WV
   You'll find one of the best views of Morgantown at Dorsey's Knob Park. Popular for its picnic areas and disc golf course as well as hiking trails, the park is just a few miles outside the city and offers 70 acres ripe for exploration. The park's pinnacle, quite literally, is the 600-foot rock formation known as Sky Rock. It stands high above the surrounding forests and valleys, offering panoramic views of the greater Morgantown area.

There's always something new and exciting to explore in Morgantown, whether it's a remote hiking trail or the vibrant streets of downtown. Contact us today to learn more about life in Morgantown, WV, and talk to our team about how we can help make your dream of homeownership a reality.