Ride the white water between sheer sandstone cliffs, or paddle through morning mist on a serene lake. Bike along meandering country roads, river-winding rail trails or truly technical single tracks down steep mountainsides. Lie back and watch sparkling night skies, or look all around you for diverse botanical wonders. Admire mile after mile of unspoiled splendor in every season - from breathtaking mountain vistas to quiet glades of rhododendron and bird song. Relax in thousands upon thousands of acres of well-kept state parks and national park forests.
Nature is always nearby in West Virginia.
At the end of a day of adventure, head to a resort, mountain lodge or a cozy bed and breakfast, or camping under the stars. The Eastern Panhandle , the northeastern tip of West Virginia, is just an hour from Eastern metropolitan areas. Yet the rolling countryside will transport you to picturesque towns, elegant inns and bed and breakfasts, spas, and plenty of shopping, from incredible discount malls to antique malls to fine handcrafts. Mountaineer Country , in north central West Virginia, is an intriguing mix of pioneer forts, covered bridges, ethnic festivals, university sports, scenic trails and white water thrills. Arts, crafts, antiques and culture also are sprinkled in the small cities and towns that dot the region.