"Almost Heaven" swing attracting unusual traffic to Bluestone Lake
HINTON, W.Va. — A single swing placed on an overlook along Bluestone Lake in southern West Virginia is significantly impacting tourism at the popular...
"100 Things" author reveals her favorite West Virginia destination
CHARLESTON, W.V. — Travel writer Melody Pittman, co-author of 100 Things To Do In West Virginia Before You Die, has explored as much of...
Sandstone Falls is a must-see wonder of New River Gorge national...
HINTON, W.Va. — Among the most astonishing natural wonders America's newest national park, Sandstone Falls is attracting the attention of an increasing number of...
Celebrate Scenic Drive Day June 4 at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center
RICHWOOD, W.Va. — Officials with the Monongahela National Forest in eastern West Virginia are inviting motorists to explore the forest highlands during National Scenic...
New River Gorge national park depot gets a historical facelift
THURMOND, W.Va. — One of the best-known historic structures in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in southern West Virginia has undergone...
U.S. Capitol to go W.Va. wild-and-wonderful this holiday season
ELKINS, W.Va. — The U.S. Capitol is going wild and wonderful this Christmas as West Virginia comes to the fore as the nation's forest...
Purchase preserves increased habitat in the Canaan Valley
DAVIS, W.Va. — An almost 2,000-acre property purchased by The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia will preserve habitat adjoining the Canaan Valley National Wildlife...
Monongahela forest officials advise visitors to expect crowds
ELKINS, W.Va. — In light of dramatic increases in visitation in the Monongahela National Forest in eastern West Virginia, officials are advising guests to...
Ohio River islands in W.Va. are a Noah's Ark for wildlife
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va.— As the Ohio River became cleaner in the 1980s, thanks to legislation like the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act,...
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park pilots cashless fee collection
HARPER'S FERRY, W.Va. — Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in the eastern panhandle of West Virginia has instituted a three-month pilot program to collect...
New River Gorge ranked top national park for scenic views, activities
GLEN JEAN, W.Va. — The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia has been ranked best in the nation for its...
Visitors encouraged to hike lesser-known New River Gorge trails
Even before it was part of a national park, the New River Gorge in southern West Virginia was a popular destination for visitors who...
