West Virginia Attractions & Things to Do
West Virginia is an exciting destination of intense natural beauty, Civil War history, and endless outdoor recreation. Blessed with tall mountains, fast rivers, and pristine state parks, West Virginia is the ultimate adventure destination for mountain biking, whitewater rafting, skiing, hiking, rock climbing, caving, fishing, and boating. Trek through the New River Gorge for the ultimate mountain biking experience. Have a white water rafting or kayaking adventure on the Gauley River, hike the Appalachian Trail, and enjoy amazing skiing and snowboarding at West Virginia's mountain ski resorts. Enjoy a concert or show at Capitol Music Hall, or tour Harpers Ferry National Park. From beautiful wineries to action-packed casinos, flowing rivers to towering mountains, West Virginia offers wild adventure and family fun.
State Capitol Complex of Charleston
The West Virginia State Capitol in Charleston is a classical building made of beautiful Indiana limestone and tons of steel. The capitol building's magnificent 293-foot 14k gold-leaf dome - five feet higher than the dome of the U.S. Capitol - is a landmark on the Charleston skyline. The Capital's stunning marble interior features 333 rooms and the West Virginia State Museum, which stages historic exhibits and art in the Cultural Center galleries. Overlooking the Kanawha River, the Governor's Mansion is a stately Georgian Revival structure built in 1925. The Capitol Complex also offers fun events, concerts and touring exhibits.
[ Top ]Capitol Music Hall
Located in Wheeling, the beautiful and historic Capitol Music Hall presents exciting entertainment, concerts, shows and events. From Jamboree USA on Saturday night with the top artists of country music to national Broadway productions, the Capitol Music Hall is West Virginia's largest and most famous entertainment complex. Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn, Charley Pride and many country music legends have walked under the red marquee, and sang to packed balconies. Nearly 80 years after fans first entered the brass-trimmed doors and gorgeous Art Deco lobby, Capitol Music Hall has presented the country's greatest classical musicians, pop stars, and theater and dance troupes on its grand stage. Visit www.capitolmusichall.org.
[ Top ]Civil War Battlefields / Harpers Ferry National Park
West Virginia is rich in Civil War history and home to many historic battlefields. During the war, the slavery issue exploded in the state of West Virginia with the seizure of Harpers Ferry in 1859. From the beginning, Union and Confederate governments fought for West Virginia's resources, farms and strategic sections of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. In the Shenandoah Valley, West Virginia's Confederate General "Stonewall" Jackson was a vital force, defeating Union troops at Harpers Ferry. But with the battles at White Sulphur Springs and Droop Mountain in 1863, the Confederates were forced out. West Virginia's part of the Civil War Discovery Trail features: Rich Mountain Battlefield Civil War Site, Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park, Lewisburg National Register Historic District and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - site of abolitionist John Brown's 1859 raid on the First Federal Arsenal.
[ Top ]Appalachian National Scenic Trail in West Virginia
Stretching from Georgia to Maine, the 2,168 mile Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a breathtaking greenway for hikers that want to explore the dramatic beauty of the Appalachian Mountains. The trail winds for 4 miles through eastern West Virginia, from the picturesque town of Harpers Ferry, crossing the Potomac River and Shenandoah River, ascending the Blue Ridge Mountains at Loudoun Heights, and straddling the Virginia-West Virginia border for miles to the New River. Hikers discover pristine mountain and river scenery, vibrant hardwood forests and historic sites as they trek this amazing section of America's first national trail.
[ Top ]west virginia college sports
Catch exciting college sports action at the major universities of West Virginia, including West Virginia University at Morgantown, Marshall University, and University of Charleston, which boast successful sports teams and West Virginia's top sports arenas. Competing in 16 college sports, University of West Virginia's Mountaineers have a talented men's basketball team with one of the top defenses in the Big East and an excellent soccer team. Winner of the 2009 Senior Bowl, UWV's football team is one of the top teams in the country. The University of Charleston sponsors 16 varsity athletic teams in the NCAA Division II, which have had many successful winning seasons and tournament titles, qualifying for NCAA Championships. Marshall competes in 15 varsity sports for men and women.
[ Top ]White Water Rafting
Discover a white water adventure on the raging rivers and rapids of West Virginia. Tremendous whitewater courses through gorgeous mountain scenery, past ghost towns and historic sites. Whether you crave high-energy white water rafting or a relaxing float, West Virginia offers an array of river experiences -from whitewater adventure trips to and fish-and-float tours that let you enjoy the natural beauty. Suit up, breathe mountain air and paddle the most challenging rivers in the country - New River and Gauley River. One of the top rafting rivers in the world, and the East Coast's ultimate stretch of whitewater, Gauley River drops 650 feet in 24 miles, and offers an amazing rush of whitewater with 100 technical rapids and blissful scenery. The oldest river on North America, New River flows 53 miles through deep canyons and the New River Gorge, ‘The Grand Canyon of the East." Enjoy amazing whitewater and kayak adventures through narrow gorges, huge holes, roller coaster waves and jagged rocks.
[ Top ]West Virginia Wineries
Blessed with a mix of elevations and climates, the Mountain State is home to 15 diverse wineries that host wine tours and tastings. The rolling hills of West Virginia grow several varieties of luscious wine grapes in three AVAs - Kanawha River Valley, Ohio River Valley and the Shenandoah Valley - nourished by rich mountain soils and waters. The wine region is known for its delicious Riesling and American-French hybrids. The largest winery in West Virginia, Daniel Vineyards grows more than 10,000 vines that produce 11 varieties of flavorful, full-bodied red and white wines. Savor the vines and wines at these West Virginia wineries: Fisher Ridge Winery (Charleston), Forks of Cheat Winery (Morgantown), Jones Cabin Run Vineyards (Tanner), Kirkwood Winery (Summersville), Lambert's Vintage Wine (Weston), Little Hungary Farm Winery (Buckhannon), Robert F. Pliska & Co. Winery (Purgitsville), Potomac Highland Winery (Keyser), Roane Vineyards (Spencer), Schneider's Winery (Romney), Watts Roost Vineyard (Lewisburg), West Whitehill Winery (Moorefield), WineTree Vineyards (Vienna), and Wolf Creek Winery (Wolfcreek).
[ Top ]West Virginia Ski Resorts
West Virginia is a winter wonderland of amazing ski resorts, diverse terrain, snow-capped mountains, stunning scenery and long seasons for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Whether you crave steep, black-diamond slopes, x-country trails or halfpipes, West Virginia offers awesome trails and big mountains at five exciting ski resorts - Snowshoe Mountain (www.snowshoemtn.com), Canaan Valley (www.canaanresort.com), Timberline Four Seasons Resort (www.timberlineresort.com), Winterplace (www.winterplace.com) and Oglebay Resort (www.oglebay-resort.com). Daredevils love the extreme terrain parks at Winterplace, Timberline and Snowshoe, with challenging obstacles for tricks and stunts. Nordic skiers discover snowy trails through pastures and woodlands at Canaan Valley, Timberline and Snowshoe resorts, and miles of pristine alpine scenery at Blackwater Falls State Park. Trek through the wilderness on snow-blanketed cross-country and snowshoeing trails at Elk River Touring Center (www.ertc.com), Blackwater Outdoor Adventures (blackwateroutdoors.com), and White Grass Ski Touring Center (www.whitegrass.com). From exhilarating skiing to winter festivals, ice skating to sleigh rides, West Virginia is wild, white and wonderful.
[ Top ]west virginia mountain biking
With abundant off-road trails, beautiful landscapes, majestic mountains, hilly terrain, and exciting biking events, West Virginia is one of the world's top mountain biking destinations. Rated one of the top 5 mountain biking destinations in the country by Mountain Biking Magazine, West Virginia offers exceptional mountain biking spots full of beauty and challenge. New River Gorge National River offers 52 miles of amazing mountain biking trails - single-track, double-track and scenic roads - through mountains, forests, streams and colorful wildflowers. One of the largest hardwood forests in the world, Monongahela National Forest has hundreds of miles of connected trails with elevations up to 4,500 feet. Props Run is the ultimate downhill with a 1,900 foot drop over eight miles. Snowshoe Resort offers 125 miles of marked biking trails, and Bear Pen Loop offers 13.4 miles of moderate single track and roads with rocky hills and mud holes. West Virginia's State Parks offer excellent mountain bike trails and Bike the Parks Days that allow bikers the freedom to roam. West Virginia offers hundreds of fantastic mountain bike areas including: Kanawha State Forrest, William's River, Elk Mountain, Tea Creek Mountain, Big Bear Lake, Big Mountain, Coppers Rock, Greenbrier River Trail, Hurricane Ridge MTB area, Kennison Mountain Trail, and Mountwood Park.
[ Top ]West Virginia Casinos
West Virginia is an exciting gaming and racing destination with several action-packed casinos and racetracks in picturesque locations. Roll the dice and place your bets at Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center, Wheeling Island Racetrack and Gaming Center, Charles Town Races & Slots and Mountaineer Racetrack & Gaming Resort. The largest gaming and entertainment resort in the state, Mountaineer Racetrack & Gaming Resort features the Mountaineer Casino, with exciting slots and table games such as craps, blackjack, poker, and roulette, thoroughbred racing and wagering, live entertainment and concerts, great restaurants and lounges, an 18-hole golf course, shopping, event facilities and a spa.
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