Morgantown, West Virginia, is a scenic town that makes a great base to explore the surrounding areas. Here visitors will find all the usual amenities such as good accommodation, great dining, and entertainment options. Morgantown is home to West Virginia University.
Of interest to even those who do not share a passion for all things green and living, the 91 acre Core Arboretum in Morgantown is well worth a visit. Numerous hiking trails pass through the dense stand of old growth forest and an open lawn area highlights a wide variety of unique and interesting tree species. The Core Arboretum is named after Professor Earl Lemley Core.
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Tips: Bird walks occur early on weekday mornings in April and May. Birders of all levels of knowledge are welcome. Wildflower walks begin at 2:00 PM the last 3 Sundays in April.
Getting around in Morgantown is easy with the Personal Rapid Transit system. The system connects West Virginia University with the central part of town. It runs on an elevated track and the total length of the route is 4 miles / 6 kilometers.
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