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Highway 32: Harman to Davis, Canaan Valley, West Virginia
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Highway 32: Harman to Davis

WV 32, Appalachian Highway, Appalachian Way · Harman → Davis

Leisurely18.7 mi25 min2,200 ft climbHigh point ≈ 3,700 ftOne way
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The drive

West Virginia Route 32 begins at US 33 and WV 55 in Harman and runs north into Tucker County. This drive ends at Davis, where WV 32 meets US 48 and WV 93.

Canaan National Wildlife Refuge sits at about 3,200 feet in the Allegheny Mountains. The Canaan Valley wetlands complex covers about 8,400 acres, 5,225 of them inside the refuge, and is described as the largest wetlands system in West Virginia. The refuge visitor center is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In Davis, Blackwater Falls State Park is named for its 57-foot cascade, whose amber color comes from tannic acid released by fallen hemlock and red spruce needles. The park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Along the way

  1. Harman
  2. Davis
Elevation
2,200 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 3,700 ft
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Curves
Mostly gentle curves
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Good to know

  • Blackwater Falls State Park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Check WV511 for current road conditions.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check WV511 road conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does Highway 32 from Harman to Davis take?

WV 32 from Harman to Davis is 18.7 miles and takes about 25 min.

What is at the end of WV 32 in Davis?

Davis is home to Blackwater Falls State Park, named for its 57-foot cascade.

How high is Canaan Valley?

The Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge sits at about 3,200 feet in the Allegheny Mountains.

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