Welcome to Preston County

There is one rule in Preston County, West Virginia: Roam Free! The Appalachian views are inspiring, wildlife is abundant, and there is enough outdoor adventure to wear out the kid in you.

Countless customs and traditions passed down over generations are a vibrant part of daily life here, from mountain music to gifted artisans. The annual harvest has inspired the Buckwheat Festival for more than 75 years. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt served as the empathetic force behind Arthurdale, a New Deal community that became known as “Eleanor’s Little Village.” And the “free state of Preston” hosts a 13-mile section of Cheat River that presents over 30 rapids rated Class III to Class V surrounded by a spectacular wilderness canyon.

Between the mountains lie spectacular valleys with small towns full of friendly locals, eager to share their stories and learn about yours.

Upcoming Events

David Allen Pretzel Memorial Rodeo
June 22, 2018
David Allen Pretzel Arena
Bruceton Mills, WV, USA
Johnny Cash Tribute Artist-Jed DuVall
June 23, 2018
Preston Community Arts Center
Kingwood, WV, USA
US Military & Veterans All Wars & Conflicts Commemoration Day
June 30, 2018
Szilagyi Center and Community Park
Rowlesburg, WV, USA
Old Fashioned July 4th Day in the Park
July 4, 2018
Terra Alta City Park
Terra Alta, WV, USA
New Deal Festival
July 14, 2018
Arthurdale Heritage
Reedsville, WV, USA

Celebrating 200 Years of Preston County

Stop by the visitor center to purchase commemorative coins celebrating the Preston County bicentennial.

More Resources:
Celebrate Summer in Preston County
8 Day Trip Ideas in Preston County
25 Free Things to Do in Preston County
Covered Bridges Scenic Tour

Eat Play Shop Stay

Eat

Preston County’s home style eateries and diners make the area a prime place for visitors to stop for a heartfelt helping of anything from steak and potatoes to buckwheat cakes and sausage.

Alpine Lake

700 West Alpine Drive
Terra Alta , WV  26764 

Bell’s Rowlesburg Grocery

22 South Buffalo Street
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

Brew Ha Ha

119 S. Price St.
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Company’s Comin’ Diner

4244 George Washington Highway
Tunnelton, WV 

Cox-Roosevelt Inn

1012 Dogtown Rd
Reedsville, WV 26547 

Donna Jean’s Family Resturant

Incredible Creations Ceramic Studio & Gift Shop

130 South Price Street Suite 101
Kingwood, West Virginia 26537 

Little Sandy’s

44 Fuel Dr.
Bruceton Mills, WV   26525 

M&M Bake Shop

29 Bakery Lane
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Melanie’s

25164 George Washington Hwy.
Aurora, WV 26705 

Miller’s Eats and Sweets

10365 Veterans Memorial Highway
Masontown, WV 26542 

Modern Homestead

41 South Robert Stone Way
Reedsville , WV  26547 

Monroe’s Deli Style Eatery

110 E. Main St.
Kingwood, WV 26537 

New China Resturant

105 Albright Rd.
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Preston County Inn

112 West Main Street
Kingwood, WV  26537 

Prime Thyme

Cedar Drive
Reedsville, West Virginia 

Rosemary’s Thyme Mexican Restaurant

183 Club House Dr
Terra Alta, WV 26764 

Shorthorns Restaurant and Saloon

405 E State Ave
Terra Alta, WV 26764 

Play

Preston County is a place where picturesque scenery is abundant and visitors can delve into the beauty at state parks, a zoo, historical sites and more.

Alpine Lake

700 West Alpine Drive
Terra Alta , WV  26764 

Arthurdale Heritage Museum

PO Box 850
Arthurdale , WV  26520 

Arts Preston

PO Box 198
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Aurora Area Historical Society

26 Aurora Pike
Aurora, WV 26705 

Aurora Project

PO Box 14
25208 George Washington Hwy
Aurora, WV 26705 

Cathedral State Park

12 Cathedral Park Dr.
Aurora, WV  26705 

Cheat River Outfitters

2764 N Preston Hwy.
Albright, WV 26519 

Cool Springs Park

RR 50 Box 1180
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

Coopers Rock State Forest

61 County Line Drive
Bruceton Mills, WV  26525 

Cranesville Swamp

Cranesville Rd., White Trail
Terra Alta, WV  26764 

Fairfax Stone

US 219
Eglon, WV 26716 

Greatest Generation Museum

20 Buffalo Street
Rowlesburg, West Virginia 26425 

Henry Clay Iron Furnace

61 County Line Drive
Bruceton Mills, WV  26525 

Hovatter’s Wildlife Zoo

291 Wagner Lane
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Kingwood City Pool

298 South Price Street

Kingwood, WV 26537 

McGrew House

109 E. Main St.
Kingwood, WV   26537 

Old Hemlock Foundation

17098 Brandonville Pike
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Our Lady Of The Pines [Smallest Church in 48 States]

Rt. 219
Parsons, WV 26287 

Padlz Canoe & Kayak Rentals


Bructon Mills, WV 26525 

Preston Community Arts Center

123 South Price St.
Kingwood, WV  26537 

Preston County Country Club

1 Camp Dawson Rd.
Kingwood , WV  26537 

Preston County Historical Society

109 E. Washington St.
Terra Alta , WV  26764 

Pretzel Arena

3783 Moyers Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Rowlesburg B&O Depot and Museum

Buffalo St.
Rowlesburg , WV  26425 

Rowlesburg Park

12696 George Washington Hwy.
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

Rowlesburg Tourism Commission, Town of Rowlesburg

42 Poplar St.
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

S C Studio & Gallery

137 South Price Street Suite B

Kingwood, WV 26537 

Silver Lake Park

3086 Seneca Trail
Eglon, WV  26716 

Szilagyi Center for the Visual and Performing Arts

20 Buffalo Street
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

Trout for Cheat

18497 Veterans Memorial Highway
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Virginia Iron Furnace

RR 26
Albright, WV 26519 

Westbrook’s Esso

101 W. High Street
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Working Farms

Shop

Preston County’s unique shops provide a place for visitors to purchase locally made or locally grown items. Artisans in the area take pride in making their items available for other’s enjoyment.

Allegheny Treenware

1922 South Evansville Pike
Thornton , WV 26440 

Barrett’s Antiques

34 East Main Street
Rowlesburg, West Virginia 26425 

Becky’s Crafts-N-Things

601 E State Ave
Terra Alta, WV 26764 

Bruceton Antique Mall

15041 N Preston Highway
Bruceton Mills, West Virginia 26525 

Cheap-O-Depo

515 East State Avenue
Terra Alta, WV  26764 

Curiosity Shoppe

11 W Main Street
Rowlesburg, West Virginia 26425 

Delano’s Country Store

15016 Veterans Memorial Highway
Reedsville, WV 26547 

Dianna’s Closet

115 S. Price Street
Kingwood, WV 26537 

Heasley Homestead Maple Syrup

2988 Compressor Station Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Himalayan Salt Spa Cave

15630 North Preston Hwy
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 USA

Incredible Creations Ceramic Studio & Gift Shop

130 South Price Street Suite 101
Kingwood, West Virginia 26537 

Jennifer’s Creations, LLC

382 Maryland Line Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Joanne’s Pet Sitting Service

Screech Owl Brewing

2323 Ralph Livengood Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Sophie’s Attic

106 East Main Street
Kingwood, West Virginia 26537 

TigerFly Soap Company


Terra Alta, WV 26764 

Timeless Treasures LLC

17112 North Preston Highway
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Stay

Preston County combines scenery with luxury by providing not only hotels but a bed and breakfast, cabins with hot tubs and a full kitchen as well as camping areas for those outdoor enthusiasts.

Alpine Lake Vacation Rentals

1657 Alpine Lake Road
Tera Alta, WV  26764 

Cannon Hill Park

Cannon Hill Road
Terra Alta, West Virginia 26764 

Cheat Canyon Campground

3405 N Preston Hwy
Albright, WW 26519 

Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground

346 Chestnut Ridge Camp Road
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Cox-Roosevelt Inn

1012 Dogtown Rd
Reedsville, WV 26547 

Glade Farms Campgrounds

Route 26
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Heldreth Motel

Rt 26 South, PO Box 564
Kingwood, WV  26537 

Mainstay at The Curiosity Shoppe

11 W Main St
Rowlesburg, WV 26425 

Maple Leaf Motel

20 North Main Street
Bruceton Mills, WV  26525 

Microtel Inn and Suites Hazelton

886 Casteel Road
Hazelton , WV  26525 

Modern Homestead

41 South Robert Stone Way
Reedsville , WV  26547 

Mountain Creek Cabins

678 Cougar Lane
Bruceton Mills, WV 26525 

Pine Hill Campground

124 Pinehill Campground Drive
Hazelton, WV 25625 

Preston County Inn

112 West Main Street
Kingwood, WV  26537 

Silver Lake Park

3086 Seneca Trail
Eglon, WV  26716