Join us for a night of mystery, bourbon, and a killer menu with “Belles, Bourbon & Belladonna!”

The Castle Family has been distilling bourbon in Kentucky since 1878. Woodson Everett Castle Jr., the owner, is now dying of cancer. He has three daughters and a son. Unwilling to leave the business in the hands of his daughters, he is also worried about his worthless son who is more interested in chasing booze, women, horses, and cards. So, he has laid down the law to his son- straighten up and get married in the next 90 days and the distillery will be his. Now the son has brought home a fiancé and there are many who are unhappy about this turn of events.

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Need a place to stay after an eventful evening? Stay on our package!

Package includes:

• One-night accommodation in Executive Suite or the Inn
• Tickets for two adults to Murder Mystery Dinner
• Breakfast before departure 

Package starts at $210 plus tax and resort fee for two adults and is available for Executive Suites or The Inn.  Package is pre-pay and non-refundable.

A Pre-Show Bourbon Tasting can be added before the show at 6pm for $20 additional person.  If bourbon is not your choice, a selection of craft beers will be available for tasting. Or mix and match and try both! 

Doors open at 6pm for the dinner along with a cash bar and the show will begin at 7pm.  Please arrive no later than 6:45pm.

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If your family craves pool time while on vacation, you can enjoy it year-round at The Resort at Glade Springs.

You and your family will have hours of fun - no matter what the weather - at one of two large, heated, kid-friendly swimming pools. The outdoor pool is conveniently located to all resort accommodations and features plenty of comfortable lounge chairs, shade umbrellas, and an exceptionally large shallow area for younger children.

The outdoor swimming pool is located just steps away from Small Talk Cafe, with its convenient poolside take-out window, and the kids' playground.

Themed pool parties, highlighting live music and creative cuisine, are held throughout the summer months. The outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

When you vacation with us during the cooler months of our all-seasons resort, your family will love splashing around in our unique indoor swimming pool.

This beach-entry pool is ideal for the little ones, and grown-ups will love the roomy lap-lanes, hot tub, and spacious deck area for lounging. The indoor pool is conveniently located in the Leisure Center, with its ten-lane bowling center, indoor tennis court, snack bar, fitness center and full-service Spa Orange. Vacation with us at The Resort at Glade Springs, and you'll enjoy endless swimming pool fun - all year long!

Remember how fun it is to get the whole gang together for a game or two of bowling?

An evening of bowling at the Leisure Center at The Resort at Glade Springs is one part nostalgia, one part high-tech, and simply - a blast! When the sun sets in the mountains of West Virginia, your family vacation keeps rolling right along - with fun to "spare" in our spacious 10-lane bowling center!

Up-tempo music on a superior sound system will get everyone moving to the beat - and knocking down those pins! Our snack bar features fun foods like warm, soft pretzels and hot dogs - and a variety of sodas and beer to complement our tasty treats. You can even rest your feet in one of our comfortable lounge chairs while watching sports on the wide-screen TV.

The Bowling Center is located in the heart of the Leisure Center, so you're just steps away from an array of other family entertainment options, such as a game room for the kids, indoor pool, tennis, and so much more.

Your family will be "bowled" over when you add an evening of bowling to your West Virginia resort vacation at Glade Springs!

Single Game - $6 per person
Includes shoe rental

Two Hours Unlimited Bowling - $15 per person
Includes shoe rental

January 1 - March 12
Sunday – Thursday 2 pm – 10 pm
Friday - Saturday 2 pm – 12 am

March 13 - May 24
Sunday – Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm
Friday 5 pm – 11 pm
Saturday 2 pm - 11 pm

May 25 – September 4
Sunday – Thursday 2 pm – 10 pm
Friday - Saturday 2 pm – 11 pm

September 5 - October 28
Sunday – Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm
Friday - Saturday 2 pm – 11 pm

October 29 – November 14
Sunday – Thursday 5 pm– 10 pm
Friday – Saturday 5 pm – 11 pm

November 15 - 30
Wednesday – Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm
Friday – Saturday 5 pm – 10 pm
**Excluding November 24-25 which will operate 12 pm – 10 pm

December 1 - 23
Sunday – Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm
Friday – Saturday 5 pm – 11 pm
**Excluding December 16 and 17 which will operate 2 pm - 11 pm

December 24 - 31
Daily 2 pm - midnight

Note: Special holiday hours may apply. 

Bring your team and try to escape in time!

Glade Springs' live Escape Room is an interactive entertainment experience where you and your team are locked in a room and given the task to escape before the time runs out. Using your intellect and wits you must solve puzzles and decipher clues in order to find the key to unlock the door.

This is an ideal solution to having a small office party or company outing without taking up a lot of your time or money. After your Escape Room experience retire to Bunkers Sports Bar for some more fun and games or go to Small Talk Cafe and order speciality coffees and hot chocolate by a burning fireplace.

This is a terrific teambuilding experience, date night or night out with friends that everyone will enjoy! Advance reservations are required. Make your reservation today!

Down the Rabbit Hole - Your group has fallen down the rabbit hole and now you're stuck in Wonderland! Race against time in order to escape this maddening room filled with unique twists and hidden surprises. Your eyes will wonder all around due to its visual quirkiness. But don't get too mesmerized by your surroundings - or else you may just be trapped forever!

The Forbidden Tomb - Your team of explorers have discovered an ancient Egyptian tomb, only to find the way shut, and your air running out! There is another way out, but to find it you must first brave the tomb - mummies and all! - to decipher the clues that will lead to your freedom.

Advance reservations are required. Click here to make your reservation today. Times are very limited and book up quickly!

For some tennis is not only a sport but a passion.

The sun is shining and the West Virginia mountain air is fresh, what a perfect day for a few games of tennis!

Whether you are a beginner or simply looking to refine your tennis game, we offer a variety of facilities to meet your needs. Here at The Resort at Glade Springs our goal is to deliver that perfect day, we have four outdoor courts, consisting of 2 hard surface and 2 clay. Rainy day, not a problem, we also have an indoor hard court for your convenience.

From court options to tennis resort lessons, you can't lose if you are on a tennis vacation at The Resort at Glade Springs.

Outdoor tennis court usage is available seasonally at no charge for resort guests. The indoor tennis court is located at the Leisure Center and is available to rent at $35 per hour.

Step into Glade Springs’ laser tag arena using the most state-of-the-art laser tag equipment on the market.

Bring your friends and take part in this amazing activity. Challenge your tactical skills with our laser guns as you strategically plan to take down your opponents and be the last team standing.

Our outdoor arena takes the game of laser tag to a new level using natural terrain, perfect for hiding spots. Use the barricade for cover and seek new life at the respawn stations. 

One Hour Outdoor Laser Tag Game - $25 per person
Minimum age is 7 years old

March 23 - May 24
Available Friday - Saturday at 11:30 am and 4:00 pm. Sunday at 11:30 am.

May 25 - September 3
Available daily at 11:00 am and 3:45 pm

September 4 - September 30
Available Friday and Saturday at 11:30 am and 4:00 pm and Sunday at 11:30 am

November 22 - 24
Available Wednesday through Saturday at 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm

October 1 - December 13 (Except Thanksgiving dates noted above)
Available upon request for groups of 10 or more with a minimum of 24 hours advance notice. All requests should go through the Activities Concierge. 304-763-0876.

30 Minute Indoor Laser Tag Game - $15 per person
Minimum age is 7 years old

December 14 - 22
Available Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm, 8:45 pm, 9:30 pm, 10:15 pm, 11:00 pm

December 25 - 31
Available daily at 8:00 pm, 8:45 pm, 9:30 pm, 10:15 pm, 11:00 pm

January 1 - March 16 (also available Sunday, January 20 and Sunday, February 17)
Available Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm, 8:45 pm, 9:30 pm, 10:15 pm, 11:00 pm

Times are subject to change without notice. Advance reservations are strongly suggested.

Laser Tag and Bowling Package - $20 per person
Includes one half hour game of laser tag and a 2-hour bowling session.
Available December 14 - March 16

In the mood to shoot something? Glade Springs' archery course will be what you are looking for. 

Start your session with a few shots of the targets then take your skill to the field. Glade Springs' field archery course provides archers 8 different 3D animal targets tucked within the West Virginia forest. Each target will offer different shots for different skill levels. Take a shot at a whitetail buck and a black bear. 

Archery Course - $25 per person
Minimum age is 10 years old

March 23 - May 24
Friday and Saturday at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm and Sunday at 10:00 am

May 25 - September 3
Daily at 9:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:30 pm

September 4 - September 30
Friday and Saturday at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm and Sunday at 9:00 am

November 22 - 24
Daily at 10:30 am

Times are subject to change without notice. Advance reservations are strongly suggested.

Whether your goal is exercise, relaxation, or adventure, bike riding is an eco-friendly means of transportation for the whole family to enjoy.

The Resort at Glade Springs traverses some of the most spectacular scenery West Virginia has to offer. Bring your own bike or take advantage of our rentals, you will never get bored with the many trails available. Bike rentals are available April - October daily from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm in the Leisure Center.

Two Hour Bike Rental
Adult $20, Child $10

Four Hour Bike Rental
Adult $30, Child $15

Full Day Bike Rental
Adult $50, Child $25

From beginner to expert, mountain bike tours through Adventures on the Gorge offer a range of experiences for all skill levels. Tours are customized to your individual needs. Beginners can soak up the sights, sounds, and serenity of the New River Gorge on a scenic introductory tour. Experienced riders can test their skills on some of the most challenging single track in the Appalachians during one of the advanced rides. Must be at least 10 years old to participate.

Transportation is available to and from this adventure for an additional fee.

Two Hour Mountain Biking Adventure - $59 per person
Available May 22 through October 31 daily at 8:05 am and 11:05 am

Half Day Mountain Biking Adventure - $79 per person
Available May 1 through October 31 daily at 8:05 am and 12:05 pm

Mallard Lake's inviting waters welcome you the moment you pass through the gates at The Resort at Glade Springs to begin your family vacation.

Children will delight in watching the antics of the ducks and Canadian geese, and you just might spot a family of deer coming down to the banks for a cool drink.

Mallard Lake is a great fishing area - you can cast a line in from the grassy shore, or try your luck from a canoe or kayak.

Your family will enjoy a leisurely boat ride, while taking in the beautiful West Virginia scenery. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards are available for rent from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Boat Rentals
Canoe, Kayak, or Barracuda  $10 per hour
Stand Up Paddle Board $10 per half-hour 

A family vacation in West Virginia isn't complete without a little fun on the water!

Come spend a relaxing afternoon or evening at Mallard Lake, where you'll be surprised and delighted with all there is to do and see!

Bridge Day is the largest extreme sports event in the world and is held on the third Saturday in October every year in Fayette County, West Virginia.

Bridge Day was first celebrated in 1980 to commemorate the completion of the New River Gorge Bridge, the world's second longest single arch bridge. Today, it is rated one of the top 100 festivals in North America, and a must-see if you're planning an autumn vacation in southern West Virginia.

The festival is unique in that it is the only day visitors may walk across the bridge.

BASE jumpers can parachute from the railing and rappellers are allowed to descend and ascend fixed ropes. Vendors line both ends of the bridge selling crafts, shirts, photos, souvenirs, and refreshments. The spectacular fall foliage of the New River Gorge frames the event which is expected to attract hundreds of BASE jumpers and around 80,000 spectators this year.

"BASE" is an acronym which stands for the four categories of objects from which one can jump - Building, Antenna, Span (the word used for a bridge), and Earth (the word used for a cliff.) Although 876 feet is extremely high, it is a quick 8 seconds from the bridge to the water of the New River below. Most jumpers will fall from the bridge 3-4 seconds before deploying their parachute, and then spend the next 20-30 seconds floating down to the designated landing zone located at the water's edge.

If your vacation plans bring you to The Resort at Glade Springs in October, come enjoy Bridge Day, West Virginia's largest one-day festival!

If your child were to dream up the ultimate summer day in wild, wonderful West Virginia, chances are it would look a lot like a day at Camp Glade.

Come see our Camp Glade facility designed just for kids featuring indoor and outdoor playgrounds, a movie theatre, and a toddler room!

Camp Glade puts the focus on fun, creativity and learning, while kids ages 2 to 12 make new friends and explore new places. They'll love trying new things like horseback riding, tennis and golf, with plenty of time left for those family vacation favorites like swimming, canoeing and hiking.

Let the grown-ups enjoy a round of golf or a restorative day at the spa, while the little ones have the time of their life at our West Virginia summer camp, Camp Glade. They'll receive a healthy lunch and snacks, expert supervision, and family vacation memories to last a lifetime.

Camp Glade is open to children from 2 to 12 years of age, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, beginning June through August.

Kid's Night Out for ages 4 to 12 is available January through September from 6 pm to 10 pm on Saturday nights and Friday nights from June through August. Kid's Night Out includes dinner, swimming, bowling, movies, a bonfire and tons of fun!

Full Day at Camp Glade - $65 per child, $50 for additional sibling
Available 8:00am - 5:00pm

Half Day Morning Session at Camp Glade - $35 per child
Available 8:00am - 12:00pm, includes lunch

Half Day Afternoon Session at Camp Glade - $35 per child
Available 12:00pm - 5:00pm, includes snack

Kid's Night Out - $40 per child, $10 for additional sibling
Available 6:00pm - 10:00pm, includes dinner

Daily Schedule:
Each day our campers will participate in arts and crafts, swimming and outdoor games. In addition to the special activities listed on each day below.

Monday
Laser Tag and Nature Hikes
Tuesday
Tennis Lesson with the Pro
Wednesday
Equestrian Center
Thursday
Golf Lessons with the Pro
Friday
Boating and Fishing

Download a registration form here.

This is as close as you can get to truly experiencing flight as the early aviators did in the Golden Era of aviation.

Do you want to experience the beauty of West Virginia on a gentle scenic tour while listening to the whistle of wind through the flying wires? Maybe you came to experience what it really felt like to dive down and loop-and-roll to outmaneuver your enemy in aerial combat. Our goal is to make your once-in-a-lifetime dream come true.

Tighten your seatbelts and don your cap and goggles. Your adventure at Wild Blue Adventure Company begins as you climb aboard a 1940 open-cockpit WWII Stearman Biplane or Piper Cub. You soon find yourself drifting across West Virginia's beautiful rolling hills.

20 Minute WWII Stearman Biplane Ride - $175 
Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm
You will ride in front and the pilot steers the plane sitting behind the rider. Seats one guest plus the pilot.

20 Minute Piper Cub Ride - $89
Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Only one guest rides with the pilot.

Try a taste of West Virginia elegance. Daniel Vineyards is sure to bring out the laid-back side in all of us.

With a wide selection of award-winning wines, including their famous blackberry wine and robust port.

Samples are offered and bottles can be purchased of your favorite flavor. Many of the Vineyards wines are grown and bottled on site. Dr. Daniel, founder of Daniel Vineyards, plants over 86 varieties of grapes on over 10,000 vines.

Looking for a beautiful view? Daniel Vineyards has that too! With some of the most beautiful manicured landscapes, you will see in Southern West Virginia, Daniel Vineyards is worth checking out while you are in the area.

Daniel Vineyards is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm from the month of April through October. All are welcome to visit during business hours. Guided tours and tastings are available.

60 Minute Guided Winery Tour and Tasting
Available Tuesday through Saturday at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm
$10 per person
(tours require a minimum of 8 people)

West Virginia's New River...it's steeped in history, saturated with rugged beauty, and is home to some of the finest fishing in the eastern United States.

Visit our boathouse from Memorial Day through Labor Day, where you can rock away the hours of your family vacation on the porch, or let us outfit you with the perfect tackle and bait for a great day of fishing.

Fly and spin rods are available for rent and while you're in a Mallard Lake fishing area, no state fishing license is required.

Four Hour Spin Rod Rental $20
Four Hour Fly Rod Rental $20

Beginner Fly-Fishing Instructional Clinics
Fly-fishing is the best way to experience a classic fishing vacation in West Virginia - you know you've always wanted to learn! Our pros will instruct you in the proper equipment, fly selection and use, and casting - and you'll put your new skills to test on Mallard Lake in this 1-hour beginner's clinic. This is the perfect group activity to round out your adventure at The Resort at Glade Springs, and we'll customize the instruction to fit your crew perfectly.

One Hour Fly-Fishing Clinic - $65 per person
Available daily at 8:00 am

Advanced reservations are required. The clinic may be cancelled or delayed by the resort due to inclement weather.

48-hour cancellation policy applies. Cancellations inside of 48-hours will be penalized 50% of the clinic cost per person.

Guided Fly-Fishing on Glade Creek
Enjoy a fully guided fishing experience on one of the most beautiful trout streams on the East Coast - Glade Creek. Our private stream is located on the grounds of the resort and is one of southern West Virginia's premiere and unspoiled fly-fishing locales. Meandering south to north through 2 1/2 miles of The Resort at Glade Springs and nestled 150 feet deep inside Glade Creek Gorge, our fishing area in Glade Creek is world class and features deep, long runs, isolated plunge pools, large boulders and quick drops, and abounds with numerous waterfalls and tributary falls. The creek is regularly stocked with Rainbow, Brown and Brook Trout, varying in size from two to twelve pounds, ensuring a rewarding fly-fishing experience.

Fly-Fishing is seasonal and is available as weather and stream levels permit. Available time periods include mid-March through the end of May and late fall.

Half Day Guided Fly-Fishing Trips
One Guide/One Angler - $125 per angler
One Guide/Two Anglers - $100 per angler 

Available daily at 8:00 am or 12:00 pm with at least 48 hours advance notice.

Full Day Guided Fly-Fishing Trip
One Guide/One Angler - $200 per angler
One Guide/Two Anglers - $150 per angler 

Available daily at 8:00 am with at least 48 hours advance notice.

Special trip times may available upon request. Trips may be cancelled or delayed by the resort due to inclement weather including high or low water levels at any time of the year. 48 hour cancellation policy applies. Cancellations inside of 48 hours will be penalized at 50% of the trip cost per person.

Full Day Self-Guided Fly-Fishing Trip - $95 per person
Available daily at 8:00 am

Fly-Fishing Equipment Rental - $50 per person
Includes 8 foot 6 weight fly rod, chest waders, vest, net and basic tackle box

Stream Rules:

• Fly fishing only
• Anglers must use a barbless hook
• Catch and release only
• No live bait is allowed in your possession while on the stream
• No night fishing
• Parking is allowed in designated areas only
• Discard all trash in receptacles located in the parking lot
• In case of emergency, dial 911 and then Glade Springs Security
• The stream is patrolled on a regular basis. Trespassers will be prosecuted.

All anglers require a WV fishing license. A license may be acquired at www.wvfish.com. Anglers are welcome to bring their own equipment.

There's no need to put your fitness schedule on hold during your West Virginia vacation getaway - at The Resort at Glade Springs Fitness Center, it's a pleasure to keep fit!

Conveniently located in the Leisure Center, the Fitness Center is a modern and spacious facility featuring a full complement of weight machines and a large free-weights area. Hop on one of the many treadmills or elliptical trainers, and your workout will fly by as you enjoy your own personal flat-screen television. Recumbent and stationary bikes, exercise balls, and yoga mats are also available for your use at the Fitness Center. An indoor swimming pool (complete with lap lanes), bowling, basketball and a tennis court are all just steps away, right under the same roof.

When your workout is over, relax and revitalize with a massage or facial upstairs at Spa Orange - one of West Virginia's finest full-service spas - or soothe those muscles in the hot tub, steam room or sauna.

Bring the entire family, and let the kids play in the arcade, tumble around in the indoor play area or catch a movie in the cinema room while you exercise.

Fitness classes for all ages and abilities are also scheduled throughout the week at the Fitness Center. Lockers, shower facilities, snacks and beverages are available. Fitness classes are $10 per person.

Stay strong - play long in the mountains of West Virginia at The Resort at Glade Springs!

Fitness Class Schedule
Zumba Fitness
Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating, often building a deep-rooted community among returning students.

*Available Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 am

Body Sculpting
Experience this challenging and dynamic whole body muscle conditioning class using dumbbells, bands, tubes, exercise balls, ankle weights, and body bars as resistance tools.

*Available Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 pm, Saturday at 9:00 am

PiYo
PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. And, we crank up the speed to deliver a true fat-burning, low-impact workout that leaves your body looking lean and incredibly defined.

*Available Monday at 5:30 pm

Body Bootcamp
Bootcamp classes combine intervals of cardio drills and muscle conditioning exercises to provide you with the ultimate circuit workout.

*Available Monday and Wednesday at 6:00 pm

Yoga
Yoga is a form of exercise that uses slow movements and stretching. It is good for increasing flexibility and balance. It is also good for relieving stress and relaxing.

*Available Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Thursday at 10:30 am and Friday at 8:15 am

Glade Fit
Glade Fit is low impact, essentially designed to raise your heart rate, this class targets major muscle groups, including your arms and legs.

*Available Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 am and Friday at 7:00 am

*Class days and times are subject to change.

Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game for the entire family.
Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices.

Explore the resort as you search for the cache using a GPS device or smartphone. Find the cache, take an item, move to the next cache, and leave the item. Sign the log each time you find a cache and take/leave items along your journey. Complete three in a row to claim a prize or complete the entire card for an additional reward. 

Geocaching Game Card - $10 per card
Available daily by contacting the Activities Concierge 304-763-0876.

Covering over 4,000 acres with well-marked West Virginia hiking trails, serene forests, rolling hills, quiet streams and the stunning Appalachian Mountains as a backdrop.

The Resort at Glade Springs traverses some of the most spectacular scenery West Virginia has to offer.

It is the ideal place for a day of hiking in West Virginia. While hiking our picturesque trails or forests it is not uncommon to wander upon a beautiful white-tailed deer. Squirrels and chipmunks frolic playfully through the wilderness as they search for nuts and berries.

For bird watchers, our trails and forests are the perfect places to spot West Virginia's state bird the majestic cardinal, red-winged blackbirds, woodpeckers and several other species.

Little Beaver State Park
Located less than 5 miles from the resort, Little Beaver State Park has a whole lot to do with little driving. This 562-acre park features, 18 hiking trails which range in difficulty and length. So whether you are planning a full day of hiking, or a morning stroll through the West Virginia landscapes, Little Beaver State Park has a hiking trail ready for you.

Grandview National Park
While you are at The Resort at Glade Springs you are in the Grandview area and this is one attraction you can't miss out on! The park has 5 trails with stunning views of the New River and the surrounding mountains. Featuring an outstanding overlook and a seasonal outdoor drama theatre, Grandview National Park is amazing.

Are you looking for an activity that you can truly do together rather than side by side?

A surprise attack variation of the old-fashioned game of tag. Players eliminate one another by tagging their opponent with bright paint-filled gelatin balls fired from pneumatic paintball guns. Paintball is a great game to bring your group together, and add in a little competition as well.

Trust us the dinner conversation the evening after your paintball adventure will be filled with good laughs and stories, recounting your adventure.

Make your mark in an activity that allows guests to settle the score with their family and friends. Unlike most paintball areas, professional referees lead instructional sessions and ensure fair play for all participants. This is a fun filled activity for teens and adults. You and your group will decide on your own intensity level and rules. Plus all of the equipment you will need is included.

Get ready to gear up for a battle you can walk away from, all be it a little more colorful departure.

Transportation is available to and from Adventures on the Gorge paintball excursions for an additional fee.

Two Hour Paintball Adventure - $59 per person
Two hour adventure includes 100 paintballs 
Must be 12 years or older.
Available April through October daily at 8:05 am and 1:05 pm

Half Day Paintball Adventure - $79 per person
Half day adventure includes 200 paintballs 
Must be 12 years or older.
Available April through October daily at 8:05 am and 1:05 pm

The challenging nature of this sport is only comparable to the unspeakable view from the top.

You will see all of the beauty of the New River Gorge from an angle you cannot achieve any other way. There is a real sense of accomplishment to conquering some of the most rugged mountain terrain available. You will see why Southern West Virginia is a destination for even the most experienced mountain climbers.

If you have an adventurous heart but no experience, fear not, we also provide a guide who can instruct you, as well as safety equipment for your climb.

If you are ready for a day filled with breathtaking views, mental and physical challenges and a real taste of nature at it's most impressive then rock climbing and rappelling are calling you.

Learn how to climb or rappel with expert instruction on some of the most engaging rock cliffs in the country. With 1000's of routes ranging from beginner to advanced, there is a perfect spot for anyone to get vertical.  The programs are geared to make you succeed. We take care of all the rigging and any technical aspects on these recreational climbs.  This is a guided activity where up to four guests will be assigned to one guide.  Essential gear and helmets are provided. 

Transportation is available to and from Adventures on the Gorge for all climbing and rappelling excursions for an additional fee.

Two Hour Rappelling Adventure - $59 per person
Must be 8 years or older.
Available May through October at 8:05 am and 11:05 am

Half Day Rock Climbing Adventure - $79 per person
Must be 8 years or older.
Available May through October daily at 8:05 am and 12:05 pm

Tour a real underground coal mine at the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, southern West Virginia's most popular coal heritage destination.

The Exhibition Coal Mine recently completed an extensive renovation that includes the 14,000 sq. foot Rahall Company Store, visitor center, coal museum, fudgery, and gift shop. A family vacation visit begins with the extensive collection of mining artifacts and tools, geological specimens, photographs, and other features of early life among the coal towns of southern West Virginia.

The main attraction is an actual tour that takes you below ground, under the supervision of an experienced veteran coal miner.

Traveling 1,500 feet beneath the hillsides of New River Park, you'll be carried along the track, riding authentic "man cars" from the mine entrance to old working areas of the coal mine and back. Stops throughout the tour explore the history of low-seam coal mining in West Virginia, from the hand-loading days into the era of modern mechanization.

In addition to the underground mine tour, you can explore the historical coal camp situated throughout the grounds.

Lovingly restored, the Coal Company House, Superintendent's Home, Pemberton Coal Camp Church, and the Helen Coal Camp School, offer a true representation of early 20th-century coal camp life.

A family vacation in southern West Virginia must include Beckley's Exhibition Coal Mine. Bring a jacket - the mine is always 58 degrees!

Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine Tour
Available April through November
Daily at 10:00am and 2:00pm
Adults $20
Children $12 (ages 4 - 17)
Seniors $15 (ages 55 and over)

The admission price includes the underground tour, as well as admission to the coal miner's house, superintendent's house, miner's shanty, coal camp church, and camp school. It also includes admission to the Youth Museum and the Mountain Homestead.  

For some people, family vacations are not complete without some shopping!

While you're our guest, take advantage of the shopping opportunities within our gates as well as in the greater southern West Virginia area.

The Beckley-Raleigh County area is served by the Crossroads Mall and a complete selection of national chains including - Wal Mart, Lowe's, Kroger, Food Lion, J.C. Penney, Belk, Kohl's, and Sam's Club. 

The Beckley Galleria, a mixed-used lifestyle project, now boasts a 14-screen movie theatre, restaurants, retail shops, and Starbucks!

Antique stores and other novelty shops can be found throughout the county, and bargains are many. The Beckley Antique Mall features 15,000 square feet of Beckley's finest antiques and collectibles.

Retail Shops at The Resort at Glade Springs
Glade Springs Logo Shop carries an extensive collection of Glade Springs branded apparel and accessories. The shop features active wear, lounge wear, and seasonal items, for all ages! Remember you stay with our ever-changing selection of Glade Springs apparel.

News, Etc. offers everyday grooming items, non-prescription medicines, postcards, snacks, and beverages. Conveniently located behind the front desk, News Etc. is open 24/7.

Signature Glade is our high-end boutique that carries apparel and accessories for ladies, men, and children plus specialty logo gift items. Talk to our friendly staff about custom gift ordering!

Small Talk Wine and Gift Market strives to offer a variety of wine selections that have been known to impress. We're continuously updating our wine menu to include new and exciting blends. Fine snacks and unique gifts including trendy kitchenware, tea, and wine accessories.

The Golf Pro Shop is located in The Clubhouse and features men's and women's golf apparel, golf bags, golf equipment, and gift items. You'll find all the well-known names you love, such as Cutter & Buck, FootJoy, and Jamie Saddock. Ask about custom Glade items for groups.

The Spa Boutique features products specially designed to pamper your body and calm your mind - choose from the finest bath and body products, aromatherapy candles, cosmetics, seasonal wear, signature bathrobes, and gifts.

The Resort at Glade Springs offers a wide range of West Virginia shopping options, so no matter what else you enjoy on your family vacation, take advantage of some fine retail therapy options!

Tamarack: The Best of West Virginia is a memorable stop on any vacation in southeastern West Virginia.

Tamarack is a statewide collection of handmade crafts, art and speciality foods which showcases The Best of West Virginia. The retail store features thousands of one-of-a-kind gifts that your family is sure to treasure.

A one-of-a-kind showcase for West Virginia culture, heritage, handcrafts, fine art, regional cuisine and music, Tamarack features delightful displays of a variety of artisan wares including jewelry, apparel, wood, metal, toys, music and books, pottery, and glass.

Artisans offer on-site demonstrations, so you can watch their work as it is being created. The fine art gallery provides a glimpse of the current art scene in West Virginia. A 178-seat theatre often hosts music, theatre, dance and storytelling performances. Literature, heritage or history buffs can choose from a large selection of books, audiotapes, music CDs, and videos.

In addition to the thousands of handcrafted items, you can also enjoy food service from The Greenbrier.

Shop, eat, relax, and discover West Virginia's delightful heritage, a truly enjoyable experience for any family. Tamarack: The Best of West Virginia is a short distance from The Resort at Glade Springs, with easy interstate access. Make Tamarack part of your vacation this year!

The Resort at Glade Springs in West Virginia is a premier whitewater rafting destination with two major rivers nearby - the New River and the Gauley River.

Most of our West Virginia whitewater rafting trips are a full-day adventure - approximately 6-8 hours - and include a specially-prepared riverside lunch and river equipment. No experience is necessary for any New River whitewater rafting trip - professional guides are in each raft.

Whitewater rafting is located 45 minutes from The Resort at Glade Springs and is guided by the professional staff at Adventures on the Gorge. Transportation is available to and from all whitewater rafting trips for an additional fee.

New River Gorge National River
One of the most dramatic whitewater rafting locations in the East is certainly the New River, the oldest river in North America. It flows through a rugged canyon up to 1,300 feet in depth, exposing rocks as old as 330 million years while passing through an area rich in coal mining history.

Lower New River
Experience the adventure and fun of a lifetime as you ride the whitewater rapids through West Virginia's scenic New River Gorge, the "Grand Canyon of the East." This famed trip on the Lower New runs through the heart of the gorge and underneath the world's second longest single-span arch bridge. It's a rollicking ride with Class III-V rapids. The minimum age for this trip is 12 years.

Half Day Lower New River Trip
Available daily May 22 through October 31 at 7:30 am and 1:00 pm
Sunday - Friday $89.95 per person
Saturday $119.95 per person

Full Day Lower New River Trip
Available daily May 22 through October 31 at 9:05 am
Sunday - Friday $119.95 per person
Saturday $144.95 per person

Full Day Family Lower New River Trip
(minimum age 10, minimum height 48")
Available daily May 23 through September 7 at 9:25 am
Sunday - Friday $119.95 per adult, $109.95 per child ages 10 to 12
Saturday $144.95 per adult, $134.95 per child ages 10 to 12

Upper New River
The Upper New River is less challenging than the Lower New River and is perfect vacation fun for the entire family. You'll float along mild rapids and lazy pools on one of the most popular rivers in North America. Perfect for families with younger children yet appealing to teens, college students, parents and grandparents - all can enjoy the Upper New together. A calm, peaceful float trip, the Upper New features Class I-III rapids. The minimum age for this trip is 6 years.

Full Day Upper New River Trip
Available daily May 16 through September 7 at 9:45 am
Sunday - Friday $119.95 per adult; $60.95 per child ages 6 to 12
Saturday $144.95 per adult, $72.95 per child ages 6 to 12

World-class Adventures on the Legendary Gauley River
Upper Gauley River
It's hard to describe the excitement of the Upper Gauley. One of the most famous stretches of whitewater in the country and rated by many as one of the top ten whitewater rivers in the world, the Upper Gauley is comprised of big drops and over 100 major rapids from Class III to V+. This section of river will test you and your teamwork while firing up the adrenaline. The minimum age for this trip is 16 years and prior rafting experience is strongly recommended.

Full Day Upper Gauley River Trip
Available Friday through Monday from September 11 - October 18 at 9:35 am
Saturday $189.95 per person
Friday, Sunday and Monday $164.95 per person

Lower Gauley River
The Lower Gauley is more on par with the Lower New in terms of thrills and skill level. It features long, continuous rapids and roller coaster wave trains with powerful hydraulics and boasts more than 45 rapids. Combine that with breathtaking West Virginia canyon scenery and you have a great choice for a New River enthusiast looking for the next challenge, or for seasoned whitewater rafting veterans. The minimum age for this trip is 14 years.

Full Day Lower Gauley River Trip
Available Friday through Monday from September 11 - October 18 at 9:35 am
Saturday $179.75 per person
Friday, Sunday and Monday $154.95 per person

Ever wonder what lies beneath your feet? Take a walk on the wild side and find out!

Wild cave tours at Lost World Caverns provide the more adventurous an opportunity to go beyond the standard walking tour and explore undeveloped parts of the cavern. Expert guides will lead you on a four-hour trip through more than a mile of chambers and passageways that require some strength and agility to negotiate. At the end of the journey, you will emerge from the cave covered in mud but will be rewarded with the experience of a lifetime.

No special equipment is necessary. Beyond your own clothing and boots, you will be outfitted with helmets, lights, kneepads, and gloves. A light snack and water are provided during the tour and your guide will capture your experience on film, from the start to the muddy end. We have showers available to get cleaned up afterwards and we will provide a hot picnic lunch for everyone on the trip at the end. Each person will receive a set of photos of the expedition on a CD at no extra charge.

Full Day Wild Cave Tour - $79 per person
Minimum age is 10 years old
Available daily at 10:00 am
(New Year's Day - March 1, open Saturday and Sunday only)

Fly through the trees and see a different view of the New River Gorge!

Elevated above the trees, you’ll have unspoiled views of the lush, ever-changing forests of West Virginia as you scale the mountainside during your ride in the sky. Below the zipline, there’s history on the land which was once one of the many working surface mines in the state.

Transportation is available to and from all zipline excursions for an additional fee.

TreeTops Canopy Tour
TreeTops Canopy Tour takes you through 10 zips, 5 cable bridges, overviews of Mill Creek, and 1 rappel station. You will be clipped into a coated double-cable system with a full-body harness.

The minimum age for this activity is 10 years old.  Each guest will be fitted with a helmet, harness and gloves.  The minimum weight to participate is 90 lbs and maximum weight is 250 lbs.  Tours will depart rain or shine and are professionally guided.

TreeTops Canopy Tour
Available year-round. Contact the Activities Concierge for reservations.
$99 per person

Gravity Zipline
This open-air zipline soars a jaw-dropping 200 feet above the ground at its highest point taking riders on a mile-long tour that zigzags across the ridgeline of a mountain bowl and offers amazing birds-eye views of the legendary gorge.

The minimum age for this activity is 12 years old.  Each guest will be fitted with a helmet, harness and gloves.  The minimum weight to participate is 100 lbs and maximum weight is 250 lbs.  Tours will depart rain or shine and are professionally guided. 

Gravity Zipline Adventure
Available March - October. Contact the Activities Concierge for reservations.
$109 per person

TimberTrek Aerial Adventure Park
With 5 courses of varying difficulty from calm to crazy, this system of unique obstacles, bridges, swings and zip lines between platforms high in the forest canopy will challenge and thrill participants as young as 7 and as adventurous as you want to be.

The minimum age for this activity is 7 years old.  Each guest will be fitted with a helmet, harness and gloves.  The maximum weight to participate is 250 lbs.  Tours will depart rain or shine and are professionally guided. 

TimberTrek Aerial Adventure Park Excursion
Available May 22 - October 31.
$69 per person. $34.50 12 and under.

Walk across the New River Gorge on the under structure of the world famous New River Gorge Arch Bridge!

New River Gorge visitors are now able to walk across the canyon on a 24-inch-wide catwalk, 851 feet above the river. The catwalk is an existing structure underneath the roadbed of the New River Gorge Bridge, which is the third highest vehicular bridge in North America and the third longest steel single-span arch bridge in the world.

The Bridge Walk Tours last 2 to 3 hours. Participants begin the tour on the north side of the Bridge where you will enter the catwalk in the midst of the massive iron structure. Before beginning the tour, guests will be securely fastened onto a safety cable making it impossible to fall from the bridge during a Bridge Walk Tour. You will walk the entire 3,030 foot length of the bridge and then ascend a trail to road level where you will be shuttled back to the Bridge Walk headquarters. Bridge Tours move along at a leisurely pace and there is plenty of time to stop for photos, and to discuss features of the Bridge, Gorge and Park with your guide.

Bridge Walk Tour - $79 per person
Contact Activity Concierge for reservations. 304-763-0876.
Closed on Bridge Day Weekend (October 16 & 17) and Thanksgiving and Christmas Days

Guests interested in participating in this activity must be able to walk 1.5 miles, be at least 48-inches tall, 10 years or older and have a waist size less than 52 inches and leg circumference less than 34 inches. Guests should wear closed toe walking shoes, and dress appropriately for weather.

Transportation is available to and from this adventure for an additional fee