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The captivating West Virginia legend of Kanawha Falls and her daughters

Lore and Legend David Sibray - August 9, 2025

GAULEY BRIDGE, W.Va. — Though beautiful, the following tale of Kanawha Falls in West Virginia may not have originated...

Forgotten Drawdy Falls in West Virginia inspiring new generation to care

Natural Wonders David Sibray - August 8, 2025

PEYTONA, W.Va. — Drawdy Falls, one of the most scenic and accessible waterfalls in West Virginia, is attracting a...

West Virginia Waterfall Trail surpasses an unexpected 125,000 check-ins

Travel / Transportation David Sibray - August 7, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Waterfall Trail has surpassed 125,000 check-ins since its launch in 2022, according to...

Discover West Virginia waterfalls with one of its chief photographers

Natural Wonders David Sibray - July 16, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia waterfalls are attracting the attention of nature lovers with increasing frequency. With more cascades...

Sandstone Falls emerges as a must-see destination in the New River Gorge

National Parks David Sibray - July 16, 2025

SANDSTONE, W.Va. — Sandstone Falls, one of the most spectacular features of the New River Gorge National Park and...

Experience a dozen waterfalls on this two-mile West Virginia trail

Recreation Clyde Craig - April 22, 2025

HINTON, W.Va. — One of the best waterfall trails in West Virginia is also great for spring wildflowers, though...

Park ranger lists the four must-see attractions in the New River Gorge

National Parks David Sibray - November 9, 2024

THURMOND, W.Va.—Visiting America's newest national park? There are countless trails to walk, rocks to climb, and streams to paddle,...

Beauty of Hill's Creek waterfalls in West Virginia hide geologic secrets

National Forests David Sibray - June 26, 2024

HILLSBORO, W.Va. — Hill's Creek in eastern West Virginia is more than just a pretty stream. Though its waterfalls...

Daytripper helps launch waterfalls directory

Travel / Transportation David Sibray - December 15, 2015

Daytripper magazine has agreed to sponsor the launch of a new directory of waterfalls at WVExplorer.com. The magazine based in...

Eight waterfalls to visit this summer in West Virginia

Natural Wonders David Sibray - May 10, 2014

West Virginia is home to some of the most spectacular waterfalls in the eastern U.S. Most will have weakened by...

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