Travel in West Virginia offers countless benefits, especially as the remote-work revolution draws new residents from big U.S. cities seeking adventure, relaxation, and a slower pace of life. Known for its stunning mountain scenery, outdoor recreation, and welcoming small towns, West Virginia provides the perfect escape for travelers looking to unwind and explore nature without venturing too far from home. Visitors can hike scenic trails, discover hidden waterfalls, enjoy cozy cabin stays, and experience local culture through charming shops, Appalachian cuisine, and vibrant festivals. As more remote workers settle in the Mountain State, travel within West Virginia becomes even more rewarding, with easy access to breathtaking parks, peaceful retreats, and friendly communities that make every trip feel like a refreshing getaway.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Over the river and through the woods, more than 265,000 West Virginians are expected to travel more than 50 miles from their homes this Thanksgiving, according to a report from American Automobile Association. The association reports that travel for the holiday is around 98 percent of what the forecast called for in … Read more
MARLINTON, W.Va. — Less than a day’s drive from most metropolitan areas in the east, West Virginia in the off-season is great for family get-togethers, and vacation escapes here are all the more alluring. Still, there’s more here than discounted travel to be discovered. Manageable winter weather With some exceptions, winter in West Virginia doesn’t … Read more
The West Virginia Tourism Office has released its 2022 predictive map for fall foliage, estimating the peak of the leaf-peeping season to begin in the Allegheny Mountains in late September. The end of the peak should fall one month later, at the end of October, in the West Virginia lowlands in the northern panhandle, the … Read more
Gov. Jim Justice issued a “State of Preparedness” for all 55 counties in West Virginia on Sunday ahead of the remnants of Hurricane Ida following the latest forecasts from the National Weather Service. Ida is forecast to hit the Gulf Coast later today as a category-four storm, with remnants predicted to reach the Mountain State … Read more
There’s more to see and do in West Virginia’s Metro Valley region than one might expect, which is why four visitor bureaus there have engaged in a cooperative promotion on Instagram dubbed “Rt. 60 Ramble.” Project leaders themselves said they were surprised to discover resources along or near U.S. 60 that were appropriate for socially-distanced … Read more
Bids have been awarded for more than three dozen paving and road-construction projects across West Virginia worth more than $125 million combined, Governor Jim Justice and the state Department of Transportation have announced. Despite the shadow of the COVID-19 virus, vital road construction and maintenance will be ongoing in West Virginia, the governor said. “We … Read more
As many as 80 travel writers from across North America will explore southern West Virginia in May during a meeting of the Freelance Council of the Society of American Travel Writers. During its winter meeting last month in Japan, the society unanimously voted to accept a itinerary proposed by Adventures on the Gorge, the West … Read more
A remarkable Christmas town with its own “elf train” has come to life in the wintry Allegheny highlands near Snowshoe Mountain. One of the most well-preserved historic towns in the U.S., the village of Cass, West Virginia, is welcoming visitors to tour its historic lanes twinkling with holiday lights and teeming with seasonal events. Perhaps … Read more
A railroad coursing through a community in the Mountain State is no rarity, but the line that runs through the heart of downtown Saint Marys, West Virginia, is so remarkable that it’s become a tourist attraction, says the town’s mayor. “It’s certainly something to see tracks and a train running right through the middle of … Read more
Though nothing is sure, there’s a chance a rare glimpse of the Northern Lights could be visible in parts of West Virginia this weekend. The lights are forecast to appear directly over the northern U.S. as far south as Buffalo, N.Y., and Grand Rapids, Mich., according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Survey, but they … Read more
