Fort Lee was built here in 1788 as a frontier post by Colonel George Clendenin. Excellent whitewater is also a popular draw to New River and nearby Gauley River. Brow was executed for treason against the state of Virginia, but his actions helped to spark off the Civil War. One of the most isolated states in America,West Virginia's rugged terrain provides some of the best white water rafting in the eastern United States. Order tourist brochures and look at where you'd like to stay.
Antique trains give visitors a taste of how slow it was by steam .
Bringing art to the mountains of Beckley, craftsmen demonstrate the skills that our modern world has almost rejected for technology. A tour of the old shafts by veteran miners describing the early equipment and techniques used in the 1800s. Free travel information packets by Email for popular destinations. Get highlights, values, maps and special offers for local attractions across the U.S. and Hawaii. Find tour operators and request free brochures.