AREA ATTRACTIONS
Yokum's Vacationland is in the Heart of all the Fun & Adventures
Seneca Rocks
Miles away from the nearest interstate, Seneca Rocks has retained much of its historic charm and is a hotspot for rock climbers, motorcyclists, campers, fishermen, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts during the tourist season from May-November, and has a steady flow of visitors throughout the year.
The town was originally called “Mouth of Seneca” named for its location at the mouth of Seneca Creek, currently a very popular fishing spot. The Seneca Rocks rock formation, rising 900 feet, is the most prominent feature, with a walking trail up to an observation deck at the top of the north peak of the rocks. The south peak is the highest technical summit on the East Coast, and its hundreds of traditional rock climbing routes keep rock climbers coming back year after year.
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The remote location, breathtaking scenic drives over mountainous, curvy roads make it a haven for motorcyclists and day trippers out for a country drive. Seneca Rocks is a part of the Spruce Knob Seneca Rocks Recreation Area of the Monongahela Forest, with some of the best hiking trails on the east coast within easy reach of Yokum’s Vacationland.
​Yokum's Stables
Yokum’s Seneca Rocks Stables offers horseback rides to the top of Seneca Rocks seasonally (typically from the beginning of April through mid-November). Open Thursday-Sunday, and Monday Holidays only (Memorial Day & Labor Day). Closed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Rides depart at 10:00am, 1:00pm, and 4:00pm. Reservations recommended, and please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the departure time. Rides last about 1.5 hours, and include a short break at the observation deck at the top of the rocks to walk around. Cost is $40 per person. The stables are located behind the Lower Campground and Yokum’s Restaurant.
​Yokum's General Store & Grill
Yokum’s General Store supplies Seneca Rocks’ visitors and residents with all the souvenirs, camping supplies, and grocery items they could possibly need. From coonskin hats to ramen noodles, Yokum’s tries to supply people with all their basic needs on a trip to the mountains. You can get your firewood, ice, and other necessities here. We also have a restaurant located at the back of the store called Yokum’s Grill. It’s a great place to get a burger, and we even do our own pork BBQ, which can’t be beat! And best of all, you can get hand-dipped Hershey’s ice cream, available from Spring through fall.
Swimming Hole
There is a refreshing swimming hole at the base of Seneca Rocks in the Potomac River. It is a short walk from the back parking lot near the Sites Homestead (across from Princess Snowbird Campground). Enjoy a dip in the cool mountain stream…great for families!
Smoke Hole Caverns
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Located about 15 minutes from here and a tourist must. Open year round.
Dolly Sods
Dolly Sods is the highest plateau of its type east of the Mississippi River with altitude ranging from around 4,000 feet at the top of a mountain ridge on the Allegheny Front to about 2,700 feet at the outlet of Red Creek. 30 minutes away.
Spruce Knob/Spruce Knob Lake
Spruce Knob is the highest peak at 4,860 feet, in West Virginia. It is in the Monongahela National Forest and only a 30 minute drive to the top.
Blackwater Falls
Blackwater Falls State Park is named for the falls of the Blackwater River whose amber-colored waters plunge five stories then twist and tumble through an eight-mile long gorge. The falls are one of the most photographed sites in West Virginia. About a 45 minute drive.
Purple Fiddle
Features live music, often bluegrass, most nights of the week. Easily combined with a trip to Blackwater Falls or the Dolly Sods. About a 45 minute drive from Yokum’s.
Canaan Valley
Mountain biking and hiking in the summer, skiing in the winter, Canaan Valley is just a 30 minute drive. Downhill ski at Timberline, and Canaan Valley Resort (also has mountain biking in the summer), For Cross Country Skiing, visit Whitegrass.
Green Bank Telescope (GBT)
Is the world’s largest steerable radio telescope at 100 meters in diameter. It’s about 1 hour’s drive from Yokum’s.
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