Route 50 is a long, long road. If you’ve ever driven across West Virginia on it then you know how lonesome it can get on this never-ending highway. But there is one stop most people in the know look forward to and that’s in Rowlesburg between Grafton and Aurora. There’s an iconic general store that has everything under the sun, including yummy food and ice cream. And it has something else you won’t be able to pass up….
Next door to the old general store is Cools Springs Park and it’s filled with old farm equipment, trains, machinery and more!
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You name it; and it’s spread throughout this quaint little stop along West Virginia’s loneliest road.
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The next time you’re passing through, stop and walk around. The park is always open and it’s free.
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You’ll discover a world of fun things to climb on and in, and the kids, especially, will love every moment of it.
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There are train cars…
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And then, there are TRAIN CARS…
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All of them look like they’ve been here for an eternity. And that sounds about right…
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Generations of West Virginians recall stopping at Cool Springs Park along Route 50 throughout the years from childhood ’til now.
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Are you one of them?
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We’d love to hear your memories of Cool Springs Park!
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If you’re never had the pleasure of exploring Cool Springs Park, it’s easy to locate on Route 50 between Grafton and Aurora in the tiny community of Rowlesburg.
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Discovering roadside attractions in the Mountain State is a fun way to create family memories. Here’s another one that’s belongs on everyone’s bucket list!
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