Helvetia

There are ten historic buildings in town, including an original settler's cabin that has been converted into a museum.

Holly River State Park
on WV-20, 304-493-6353, (http://www.hollyriver.com/). Hiking trails to two waterfalls Tecumseh and Tenskwatawa or up to Potato Knob at 2,480 feet and Shupe's Chute waterfall. Trout rearing pond, swimming pool, basketball, volleyball, softball field, tennis courts, archery, badminton, croquet and horseshoes. On-site park store, and restaurant with wood panelling and wood-burning fireplace. Cabins and campgrounds available.
Kumbrabow State Forest
on US-219, 304-335-2219, (http://www.kumbrabow.com/). West Virginia's highest state forest encompasses 9,474 acres of forest atop Rich Mountain, with abundant wildlife and flora. Eight hiking trails, picnicking, hunting, fishing and entertainment during the summer. Mill Creek Falls is at the northern end of the park. Cabins, cottages and campgrounds available, with bathhouse.