Berkeley Springs is the gateway to the famous Berkeley Springs National Park, which is spread over 4 acres of lush green land, in the heart of the town. The park is the site of the annual Apple Butter Festival in the month of October and Free Saturday afternoon concerts in July and August. The museum of the Berkeley Springs, located on the second floor of the bath house near the park exhibits varied historical items of natural and cultural significance. A short drive from Berkeley Springs cabin rentals and homes is the Cacapon State Park, which boasts of a beautiful lake where you can enjoy thrilling water sports ranging from sailing and snorkeling to diving, surfing, and kayaking. For hikers, the park offers miles of rugged mountain hiking trails including one along the top of Cacapon Mountain that concludes in George Washington's favorite ride — Cacapon Rocks. If you love golf then play your favorite game at the excellent golf courses, which are meticulously maintained. Berkeley Springs in a great place to indulge in exciting winter sports and activities.Cross country skiing is a popular sport on the mountain trails of Cacapon State Park and along many back roads of Morgan County. From Berkeley Springs you can visit Seneca Rocks, Summersville and the great Washington Heritage Trail, which is a 70 miles self-guided driving tour that includes more than a dozen sites linked to our first president — George Washington.
Shopping enthusiasts will have great time browsing through three antique malls packed with a variety of shops, resort boutiques, and galleries. If you are good at bargaining then do visit the auctions and the flea markets, which are held on a particular day of a week. For some extravagant shopping, you can check out the charming row of unique shops facing the historic park. Just a stone's throw away from Berkeley Springs vacation homes are a myriad of fine dining establishments where you can please your palate to mouthwatering local as well as exotic delicacies, from Mexican and Spanish to Chinese, Japanese, and Thai. A good number of vibrant pubs and bars also dot the town which serve world's finest alcoholic spirits in a pleasing setting.