The Seneca Rocks Discovery Center, located at the base of Seneca Rocks, has a majestic view of the vertical wall of Seneca Rocks. This is the best place to start your visit to to the area. The Discovery Center is also within walking distance of the Sites Homestead.  The home was originally constructed as a single-pin, log home in 1839 by Jacob Sites, who moved into the North Fork of the Potomac Valley during the 1830's. Additions were made in the 1860's by Jacob's son William. Exterior renovations and preservations remain to testament to local materials and skilled craftsmen. The grounds of the Homestead and heirloom gardens are open during daylight hours any time. Tours of the home are available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays during the summer season, and weekdays by special request at the information desk. Within a short commute are three state parks, Cass Scenic Railroad, 55 miles, Blackwater Falls, 32 miles, and Canaan Valley, which is only 24 miles away.