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27 Fun Places to Visit in West Virginia You Shouldn't Miss

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27 Fun Places to Visit in West Virginia You Shouldn't Miss

Introduction - West Virginia is home to a plethora of natural, cultural, and historical landmarks and attractions. To help plan your visit...

 

Appalachian Trail

Place To Visit 1 - The Appalachian Trail is a well-known hiking trail that spans approximately 2,200 miles. It begins in Maine and ends in...

 

Snowshoe Mountain Resort

Place To Visit 2 - Snowshoe Mountain Resort is a winter sports attraction popular with locals and visitors. The resort is found in the Appalachian...

 

Blackwater Falls State Park

Place To Visit 3 - The most famous attraction in Blackwater Falls State Park is its namesake falls. Blackwater Falls reach 62 feet in height...

 

Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park

Place To Visit 4 - A must-visit landmark for history enthusiasts is Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park. The area is the site of a Civil...

 

Green Bank Observatory

Place To Visit 5 - Home to the world's largest fully steerable radio telescope, the Green Bank Observatory is a fascinating site for those interested...

 

West Virginia State Capitol

Place To Visit 6 - One of the most important landmarks in WV is the West Virginia Capitol Building. Located in the capital city of...

 

Monongahela National Forest

Place To Visit 7 - Covering 921,000 acres, the Monongahela National Forest is a must-visit site for outdoor enthusiasts. Established in 1920 as an ecological...

 

John Brown's Fort

Place To Visit 8 - Sitting within Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is one of West Virginia's most visited tourist attractions, John Brown's Fort. John...

 
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The Greenbrier

Place To Visit 9 - Named "America's Resort," The Greenbrier is a five-star hotel and resort, popular since 1778. It is located in White Sulphur...

 

Coopers Rock State Forest

Place To Visit 10 - Located between Monongalia and Preston counties, the stunning Coopers Rock State Forest covers 12,747 acres. The park is a great...

 

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