Due to the importance of the B&O Railroad for the movement of troops and supplies, Grafton was a strategic point during the early stages of the Civil War and both sides tried to control it.
Area Attractions
Tygart Lake Golf Course
The 18-hole "Tygart Lake" course at the Tygart Lake Public Golf Course facility in Grafton, West Virginia features 6,255 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 .
Canaan Valley Resort State Park
Perfect your swing on our championship golf course, swim in our outdoor and indoor pools, or ski down our 47 slopes and trails. No matter the season, you'll find no shortage of family-friendly activities.
Coopers Rock State Park
Coopers Rock State Forest offers a multitude of activities. Picnicking, fishing, camping, and more than fifty miles of hiking and biking trails wind throughout the woods of the wild and wonderful.
Grafton National Cemetery
This cemetery was established in 1867 by congressional legislation to offer a final resting place for the men who died during the Civil War.
Historical B&O Railroad
Valley Falls State Park
Valley Falls State Park is a day-use park with fishing and picnicking. The 18 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails are open to the public. There is no admission to enter state operated parks and forests.