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Bruceton Mills WV


Bruceton Mills West Virginia
“Named After George Bruce”




Town of Bruceton Mills WV

The town of Bruceton Mills is located on Big Sandy Creek in Preston County in the mountains of West Virginia. Bruceton Mills is a popular destination for kayaking and whitewater rafting on the Cheat River. Bruceton Mills might not have many attractions within the city, but you won’t need to venture far to find places to visit like Coopers Rock State Forest. There is a good variety of lodging such as hotels, inns, cabin rentals, campgrounds to stay within the town. Bruceton Mills offers outdoor adventures in fishing, kayaking, rafting, hiking, rock climbing, and zip lining.


History of Bruceton Mills WV

Bruceton Mills was chartered in 1853 and named by settler John Hoffman for his stepfather, George Bruce, who is said to have been a descendant of Robert Bruce, a king of Scotland.


  • Bruceton Mills Lake
  • Coopers Rock State Forest
  • Chestnut Ridge Regional Park


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