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    Stargazing cabins open at Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown

    State Parks, Forests David Sibray -
    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia officials today announced the opening of the first five stargazing cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest, adding a new...

    Chief Logan State Park in West Virginia debuts a fully accessible playground

    State Parks, Forests David Sibray -
    LOGAN, W.Va. — Chief Logan State Park has unveiled a new, fully ADA-accessible playground, offering children of all abilities a welcoming space for play...

    Scenic tram at Pipestem Resort State Park in West Virginia reopens

    State Parks, Forests Clyde Craig -
    PIPESTEM, W.Va. — After two years of construction, a new aerial tram at Pipestem Resort State Park has reopened. At...

    Oral history recordings now available on New River Gorge national park website

    National Parks Clyde Craig -
    GLEN JEAN, W.Va. — Officials at the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia have announced...

    West Virginia haunted by the ghosts of the Teays River and other ancient streams

    Natural Wonders Brian Bowling -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia is haunted by the ghosts of rivers that no longer exist. They writhe like...

    The story behind the breathtaking Glade Creek Grist Mill at Babcock State Park

    Landmarks / Museums David Sibray -
    CLIFFTOP, W.Va. — At first glance, the Glade Creek Grist Mill at Babcock State Park in West Virginia looks...

    Beloved Camp Kootaga scouting landmark in W.Va. saved for generations to come

    Landmarks / Museums David Sibray -
    PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — For more than a century, Camp Kootaga stood as a summer sanctuary for generations of scouts,...

    Breathtaking Dolly Sods wilderness attracts throngs to West Virginia’s high country

    National Forests Hinaa Noor -
    LANEVILLE, W.Va. — At more than 4,000 feet above sea level, the Dolly Sods Wilderness in West Virginia has...
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    Improved access opens legendary "Devil Anse" Hatfield cemetery to more visitors

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