Automobile races take place at Summit Point Motorsports Park, 201 Motorsports Park Cir. in Summit Point, March through October; phone (304) 725-8444. Thoroughbred horse racing has drawn crowds since 1786. Charles Town Races, 1 mile east on US 340, is open all year; phone (304) 725-7001 or (800) 795-7001.
Note: Policies concerning admittance of children to pari-mutuel betting facilities vary. Phone for information.
Charles Town marks the West Virginia terminus of the scenic portion of SR 9, which runs eastward into Virginia. From Charles Town it is 6 miles to the Virginia border.
Visitor Centers
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce 201 E. Washington St. Charles Town, WV 25414. Phone:(304)725-2055 or (800)624-0577
Things to Do
Jefferson County Courthouse