Davis, West Virginia

From West Virginia (WV) Cyclopedia

A community in Tucker County, Davis, WV, was incorporated in 1889 and named for the family of Henry Gassaway Davis (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Gassaway_Davis), United States Senator from West Virginia, 1871-1883. Davis is the loftiest municipality in the state at an elevation of 3,099 feet above sea level.

Davis is perhaps best known as a travel destination. Both Blackwater Falls State Park and Canaan Valley State Park are located nearby, as are Timberline and Canaan Valley ski resorts. The Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge is also located near Davis. The town is located in the northern Monongahela National Forest. Many shops, restaurants, and lodging facilities in David cater to visiting skiers and other tourists.

Population: 624

Elevation: 3,099

Attractions:
Canaan Valley State Park
Blackwater Falls State Park
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge

See also: Timberline Ski Resort (http://www.skiingwv.com/timberline/) and Canaan Valley Ski Resort (http://www.skiingwv.com/canaan-valley/)

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Map (http://www.wvamaps.com/maps/index.php?place=Davis&state=WV&pop=624&county=Tucker&lat=39.1286&lon=-79.465&elev=3099) of Davis, WV, showing streets, highways and nearby parks, airports, hospitals, churches and other points of interest.