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From pepperoni rolls to rail adventures Marion County, known for its pepperoni rolls and native daughter, gymnast Mary Lou Retton, is home to Prickett’s Fort State Park. Originally built in 1774 as a refuge fort on the frontier of Virginia, it was reconstructed in 1976, and today, costumed interpreters recreate 18th-century lifestyles and demonstrate colonial crafts. Hiking, birding, and adventurous river boating take advantage of the area’s mountains and waterways. Lewis County is home to Appalachian Glass in Weston, the last survivor of 30 glass factories that used to be in the area. You can see a glassblowing demonstration and visit the gift shop which sells ornaments, animals, and friendship balls. The area is also the site of Confederate Gen. “Stonewall” Jackson’s boyhood home and the Stonewall Jackson Lake and State Park, where the resort features Adirondack-style lodges, a spa, and a marina. Insider tip: For an unusual tour, try the TransAllegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston. The giant structure has a fascinating history and plenty of paranormal activity. In Pocahontas County, the Cass Railroad State West Va. Tourism
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The Durbin Rocket is just one of the scenic excursion trains you’ll find in West Virginia.
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