Thursday, December 4, 2014

Good Fences

Behind the fence is one of the most photographed barns in West Virginia. It is along Route 33 out of Elkins, West Virginia and is in Pendleton County. Harper's Old Country Store that it advertises is one of the oldest continuously operated businesses in West Virginia. In October Hubby and I took a scenic drive to see the fall leaves in the upper elevations of West Virginia. I've passed this barn many times in my life. When we got to the store Hubby went in to get us something to drink. Traveling the back roads of West Virginia places to stop are often few and far between.

While Hubby was getting us refreshments I was busy taking pictures of what was in front of me. This is Seneca Rocks. My Dad used to take us here when I was growing up. When we came around the turn  and it came into sight it was like all those times growing up with my family.
Seneca Rocks is a large local landmark in Pendleton County in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. It is the only "true peak" - a peak inaccessible except by technical rock climbing techniques - on the East Coast of the United States. One of the best-known scenic attractions in West Virginia, the sheer rock faces are a popular challenge for rock climbers. In 1943 and '44,  the U.S. Army used Seneca and nearby Nelson and Champe Rocks to train mountain troops in assault climbing in preparation for action in the Apennines of Italy.
Seneca Rocks is easily visible and accessible along West Virginia Route 28 near U.S. Route 33 in the Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area of the Monongahela National Forest.
Below are two up-close shots of the peaks. As you can see we had a gorgeous day for sight-seeing!



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21 comments:

  1. DeniseinVADecember 4, 2014 at 1:39 AM

    Wonderful scenery Carletta. I had no idea there were these kind of peaks in West Virginia.

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  2. Margaret Birding For PleasureDecember 4, 2014 at 2:48 AM

    WOW! Those rock are wonderful. Lovely to have memories floating back.

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  3. Bethany CarsonDecember 4, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    Seneca Rocks looks like a beautiful place to visit!

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  4. TexWisGirlDecember 4, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    really beautiful area! i like that great barn, too (and the fence in front.) :)

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  5. UnknownDecember 4, 2014 at 9:59 AM

    That place is just gorgious :) I would love to visit it. Thanks for sharing!

    【ツ】Knipsa

    PS: I would love to see a picture from inside the Old Country Store :))

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  6. EG CameraGirlDecember 4, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    Only very brave people climb that peak, I'm sure!

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  7. AnonymousDecember 4, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Wow how awesome are these you took.

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  8. JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)December 4, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    Stupendous. It is always amazing to come across something so different than its surrounding. Great photos. Thanks for sharing the info with us.

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  9. 21 WitsDecember 4, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    A most treasured view!

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  10. JeanneDecember 4, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    Wonderful photos! Don't you just love those landmarks? There are a few spots in Northern Illinois and Central Wisconsin where the rocks just jut up out of nowhere.

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  11. GeorgeDecember 4, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    We're going to have to make sure we get to Seneca Rocks the next time we make it to West Virginia. Your photos are beautiful. I like the barn as well.

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  12. IdaDecember 4, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Cool shot of the barn behind the fence. I like how they advertise like that on barns. Seneca rocks are stunning. If I'm ever back that way again I will be sure to head there.

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  13. eileeninmdDecember 4, 2014 at 6:45 PM

    Wonderful shots of Seneca Rocks.. And a great fence find, Carletta! Enjoy your weekend!

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  14. AnonymousDecember 5, 2014 at 4:45 PM

    Beautiful shots of these remarkable landmarks

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  15. A Colorful WorldDecember 5, 2014 at 5:05 PM

    Amazing rock peaks! Love your photos. It was interesting learning about them as well, and about the country store. Have a great weekend, Carletta!

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  16. Sallie (FullTime-Life)December 5, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    Loved the pictures, the information and sharing your sweet memories. It was a beautiful day for a drive! You live in a beautiful state.

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  17. Coloring Outside the LinesDecember 5, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    Wow- beautiful! You really had a super day, weather wise, for a sight seeing trip.

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  18. diane bDecember 8, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    It is lovely that this pretty scene has good memories for you.

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  19. kayerjDecember 9, 2014 at 11:28 AM

    that was a nice little drive through West Virginia today. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. Kerri FarleyDecember 11, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Gorgeous place!!!!

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  21. NickiDecember 16, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I grew up right down the road from Seneca Rocks, bike-ride to Smoke Hole Caverns and despite its proximity, only visited Spruce Knob once. This is truly a beautiful spot in West Virginia and in addition to riding horses up to the top of the rocks, you can climb on the back side. (plus I remember when it still had the pinnacle that resembled Pocahontas).

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