Attractions in West Virginia offer something for every traveler, from stunning natural landscapes and historic landmarks to family-friendly adventures and vibrant cultural sites.
Visitors can marvel at iconic destinations such as the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, explore Harpers Ferry’s rich history, or enjoy the scenic beauty of Blackwater Falls and Seneca Rocks. Charming mountain towns, local museums, unique shops, and lively festivals add to the state’s welcoming atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities for hiking, rafting, rock climbing, and wildlife watching. With its blend of outdoor fun, heritage, and small-town charm, West Virginia’s attractions make every trip unforgettable, showcasing the best of Appalachian adventure and hospitality. Be sure to visit our Attractions Travel Guide for more information about attractions in West Virginia.
Officials say a moonrise walk that attracted a record number of hikers to the New River Gorge in southern West Virginia last week could indicate that attitudes toward recreation locally are changing. Eighty-nine participants turned out for a two-mile walk on the Endless Wall Trail, surprising officials who are accustomed to leading groups of several … Read more
In celebration of West Virginia’s 154th birthday, the state Division of Tourism will give away a vacation package every hour on Tuesday, June 20. The West Virginia Day giveaways wrap up the division’s two-week-long Almost Heaven social media blitz, which spurred hundreds of thousands of residents and lovers of West Virginia to share images of … Read more
Construction on the Long Point Trail—one of the most popular trails in the national park system in southern West Virginia—has been scheduled to close parts of the 1.6-mile route on mid-week days through September. Once complete, the trail to a rocky overlook of the New River Gorge will include improved parking, interpretive signage, raised wooden … Read more
The most highly visited area in the national park system in southern West Virginia, the boardwalk at the Canyon Rim Visitor Center, near Fayetteville, West Virginia, will close in stages for repair beginning June 14. More than 320,000 visitors walk the boardwalk and stair system each year to access views of the gorge near the … Read more
The Huntington home of one of West Virginia’s pioneer black educators and civil-rights activists is being developed as a museum, according to officials at the Carter G. Woodson Memorial Foundation. The former home of Memphis Tennessee Garrison at 1702 10th Avenue has been stablized since being purchased in 2007, and foundation members are now seeking … Read more
Encouraging visitors to try new outdoor activities, rangers at North Bend State Park this weekend are offering introductory courses in kayaking, rappelling, mountain biking. Park rangers and activity guides will provide instruction in an affordable group format during the daylong Introduction to Adventure event, according to park superintendent Steve Jones. Along with skill development, instructors … Read more
Officials with the Monongahela National Forest are encouraging the public to participate in Scenic Drive Day at the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center on Saturday, June 17, as part of the center’s fiftieth-anniversary celebration. Live mountain music, a classic-car cruise-in, and the opportunity to join other like-minded travelers on the highway are all partof the day-long … Read more
Now that school is out, West Virginia state parks and forests are offering early summer lodging specials to help visitors enjoy even more hiking, biking, swimming, and other outdoor activities. Beginning June 4, nine state parks and forests will offer a “Parks Are In” accommodation discount of 30 percent off cabin and lodge room rentals at … Read more
From a festival dedicated to avian species of the Alleghenies to a two-day celebration of native Irish road bowling, many “cool” opportunities beckon travelers to the upland Canaan Valley Resort in June, according to Steve Drumheller, its general manager. Locals like Drumheller, a long-time resident of the valley, say June is one of the most pleasant months of the … Read more
UPDATE (May 31, 2017): Bluestone State Park has reopened following its closure over Memorial Day weekend. Due to high water from flooding on Bluestone Lake, sections of the park were closed during the holiday. According to a release from the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources, all park facilities have reopened, with the exception of the … Read more
