Did you know that there’s an old, unfinished castle at the Mount Woods Overlook and Cemetery in Wheeling, West Virginia? If this comes as a surprise, then just wait until you see the amazing drone video of this graffiti castle in WV. We understand that some folks don’t care for street art, but I find some of the artwork quite beautiful. If you agree with me, then read on to find out more and see the incredible drone footage of this abandoned castle in West Virginia.

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For more drone footage of some of West Virginia’s famous locations, check out feel-good footage from around the state in this article: This Incredible Drone Footage Will Make You Fall In Love With West Virginia All Over Again. You can also see inside the once abandoned Hilltop Hotel in Harper’s Ferry in this feature piece from our archives: What This Drone Footage Captured At This Abandoned West Virginia Hotel Is Truly Grim.

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What other amazing places in West Virginia do you wish you could see from a drone’s-eye-view? Were you impressed with the footage from the graffiti castle in WV? Tell us in the comments!

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Attractions In West Virginia

What are some more abandoned places in West Virginia?

The Graffiti Castle is one of the most stunning abandoned places in West Virginia, but it’s not the only one. Here are some more that you should visit:

  • Old Cairo High School, Cairo
  • Ruins of St. John's Episcopal Church, Harpers Ferry
  • Coalwood High School, Coalwood
  • Fostoria Glass, Moundsville
  • Pocahontas Exhibition Coal Mine & Museum, Pocahontas
  • Dr. J. O'Neill Eddy, Friendly
  • Fort Henry Club, Wheeling
  • Lake Shawnee Abandoned Amusement Park, Rock
  • Thurmond, West Virginia
  • Chapline Tunnel, Wheeling

Be sure to read our previous article telling you more about these abandoned places in West Virginia.

Can you tell me about more attractions in West Virginia that are worth visiting? 

Whether you’re searching for outdoor adventure or family-friendly fun, here are some of the best attractions in West Virginia that we recommend:

  • New River Gorge Bridge, Fayetteville
  • Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, Weston
  • Hovatter's Wildlife Zoo, Kingwood
  • Bearfoot Springs Waterpark, Bruceton Mills
  • Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, Cass
  • West Virginia Penitentiary, Moundsville
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Harpers Ferry
  • Lost World Caverns, Lewisburg
  • Greenbrier Falconry, White Sulphur Springs
  • Heritage Port and Sculpture Garden, Wheeling
  • Mothman Museum, Point Pleasant
  • Green Bank Observatory, Green Bank
  • Hatfield-McCoy Trails, Man
  • Hovatter's Wildlife Zoo, Kingwood

Check out our article to learn more about these incredible attractions in West Virginia.

Are there a lot of hidden gems in West Virginia that locals love?

Yes, there are lots of hidden gems in West Virginia that locals like to keep to themselves. Here are several that we like the best:

  • Camden Park, Huntington
  • Foxfire KOA Campground, Milton
  • Tomlinson Run State Park, Cumberland
  • Elk Springs Resort, Monterville
  • Stefano's, Morgantown
  • Lake Sherwood, White Sulphur Springs
  • Lambert's Vintage Wine, Weston
  • Thoney Pietro's Castle, Morgantown
  • West Virginia Botanical Garden, Morgantown
  • Island-in-the-Sky Trail, Clifftop

Read this article featuring more hidden gems in West Virginia.

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