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Rest and relax at a world-class resort or head out for a waterfall hike. It’s all waiting for you this summer in Almost Heaven. Read More FEATURED ROAD TRIP GET A TRUE TASTE OF WEST VIRGINIA ALONG THIS MEMORABLE ROUTE Less than three hours outside Roanoke, this stretch of West Virginia is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Shaped by the famous New River Gorge, you’ll find plenty of riverside activities, outdoor adventures and some of the most extraordinary views. Pair that with the region’s compelling historical past and vibrant small towns, and you’ve got one very memorable trip.... Plan Your Trip EXPLORE ROAD TRIPS * Culture & Lifestyle CHECK OUT THESE CHARMING SMALL TOWNS IN ALMOST HEAVEN * Hiking A MEMORABLE TRIP THROUGH THE POTOMAC HIGHLANDS * Defined by its rivers and lush forests, this region in southern West Virginia has some of the most spectacular outdoor recreation. EXPLORE SOME OF WEST VIRGINIA'S MOST STUNNING SIGHTS * Just a short drive outside of the Washington and Baltimore metro areas, this loop through West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle is both a relaxing and enlightening weekend getaway. YOU CAN TAKE A DRIVE AND A DIP ALONG THIS HISTORIC LOOP Browse Road Trips TRAVEL REGIONS Go PARKS AND PUBLIC LANDS PUBLIC WATERS NATIONAL PARKS STATE PARKS WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS NATIONAL FORESTS MOUNTAIN TOWNS CABINS & VACATION RENTALS CAMPSITES BED & BREAKFASTS HOTELS & MOTELS RESORTS STATE PARKS EXPLORE LODGING Whether you prefer a luxury retreat at a world-class resort or a rustic campsite stay under starry night skies, West Virginia has accommodations for every type of traveler. As you plan your mountain road trip, explore one-of-a-kind stays and traditional comforts along the way. The peace and solitude of Almost Heaven is just an overnight stay away. Book My Stay CURRENT SEASON FALL Nature works her magic every autumn in West Virginia. As the third most forested state, our country roads are vibrant with color and a sight to behold in the fall. Learn More UPCOMING WINTER The wonder of winter in West Virginia is filled with untouched fallen snow, scrapes of skates along fresh ice and snow-capped mountain views you have to see to believe. Learn More SPRING Blooming rhododendrons. Wildflower hikes. Rushing waterfalls. Welcome to spring in West Virginia. It's the season where Almost Heaven comes alive. Learn More SUMMER Escape the churn and burn of the daily routine and hit the road this summer. Explore wide open spaces with plenty of room to roam. Learn More * * * * 2024 WEST VIRGINIA VACATION GUIDE World-class outdoor adventures and charming mountain towns await in Almost Heaven. Order your free West Virginia Vacation Guide today to begin planning the getaway of a lifetime. Order Vacation Guide WELCOME TO WEST VIRGINIA The Mountain State is home to spirited small towns, undiscovered hidden gems and world-class outdoor adventures. In West Virginia, let country roads lead you far away from everything. And a little closer to heaven. Feel free to stay awhile. FEATURED DESTINATIONS AND DEALS Discover more Featured Destinations EXPLORE THE WEST VIRGINIA WATERFALL TRAIL Chasing waterfalls takes on a whole new meaning in West Virginia with the first-ever statewide Waterfall Trail. Download your virtual passport to start your waterfall hunt and earn exclusive prizes today. Get Your Virtual Passport VISIT ONE OF AMERICA'S NEWEST NATIONAL PARKS The New River Gorge has always been a celebrated landmark in the Mountain State and stands as the country's 63rd national park. From action-packed adventures like whitewater rafting and rock climbing to the southern hospitality of uncrowded mountain towns, the New River Gorge is a must-visit. Discover The New River Gorge FOLLOW US TO #ALMOSTHEAVEN * Instagram * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * YouTube ALMOST HEAVEN IN THE NEWS One of West Virginia’s best treasures is New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, a 70,000-acre park where the world’s second-oldest river cuts through a vast valley of geological formations and ecological wonders. Read More Of the free, primitive campgrounds offered at New River Gorge National Park, we like Grandview Sandbar best for its easy river access, shady picnic tables, and designated fire rings. Read More New River Gorge, in West Virginia, became America’s newest national park in December 2020. Read More This former mining town has been reborn as an adventure hub with quick access to world-class rock climbing and whitewater rafting inside the New River Gorge. Read More Not only is this new national park a hub for world-class rafting and rock climbing (visit in September or October for your shot at descending the notorious Gauley River), but it’s also home to some surprisingly beautiful trails for hiking and mountain biking. Read More West Virginia is world-famous for rugged, natural beauty — which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and rolling hills — but it also has a stacked roster of some of the most charming small towns in the Appalachian Mountains. Read More The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Read More West Virginia’s Blue Ridge peaks, dramatic gorges, and rushing rivers put it on the map for hikers, rafters, and rock climbers. Read More The combination of New River Gorge hiking and the quaint historical town of Lewisburg makes this the perfect kickoff to an epic road trip. Read More Perhaps one of the country’s most unsung – but most beautiful – destinations, West Virginia is a foliage fan’s dream. Read More Known as the Mountain State and nestled in the heart of the Appalachians, West Virginia offers superb riding, great scenery, and rich history. Read More West Virginia’s New River Gorge, encompassing more than 70,000 acres, became the country’s newest national park and preserve in December. Read More Take in a gorgeous panorama of fiery fall foliage from a boat on 202-acre Plum Orchard Lake. If fishing is your thing, this is a popular spot for catching channel catfish and largemouth bass. Read More Whitewater rafting, a treetop obstacle course and the precarious Bridge Walk across the New River Gorge Bridge are particular highlights for families with big kids and tweens. Read More Although barely a five-hour drive from the Washington D.C. suburbs, this area is enveloped in enough national forest land to allow extra-clear skies. Read More West Virginia is a beauty queen of a state, with ragged mountains to hike or ski and white-water rapids to paddle. It’s also stuffed with Civil War history and charming small towns. To explore it all, you’ll need a home base. Read More Our collective obsession with the outdoors this past year turned out to be fortuitous timing for West Virginia. Read More West Virginia is home to breathtakingly beautiful small towns among its mountains—retreats with close-knit community vibes and natural surroundings. Read More After the discovery in Watoga, the Division of Natural Resources submitted a letter of support to the International Dark Sky Association, ultimately helping the park achieve its Dark Sky designation in 2021. Read More Located on more than 70,000 acres in the Appalachian Mountains of the state’s southern region, the park’s titular waterway snakes through densely wooded hills and imposing sandstone cliffs. Read More America’s newest national park is one of the world’s finest river-rafting destinations. The site protects a slice of the New River, one of the oldest in the world, as well as the 876ft-tall New River Gorge Bridge. Read More When it comes to our national parks, there's definitely something of a hierarchy not too unlike Hollywood. Read More Situated in the scenic mountains of West Virginia, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is home to more than 70,000 acres of public lands. Read More West Virginia has been getting the word out about all its spectacular nature of late—notably the churning whitewater, forested trails and sandstone cliffs of America’s 63rd national park. Read More The Ascend West Virginia initiative pays remote workers to move to one of five participating communities, with some extra perks aimed at attracting outdoor enthusiasts in particular Read More Rail Explorers — which already operates railbike tours in California, New York, Rhode Island, Kentucky, and Iowa — opened a new location in Clay, West Virginia. The 12-mile round-trip route runs along Elk River and Buffalo Creek and through the lush woodlands of West Virginia. Read More Two rivers border Harpers Ferry, a charming small town located between the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Read More With five participating communities, Ascend West Virginia is a public-private initiative with an impressive pedigree: Its founders are West Virginia native Brad D. Smith, former CEO of software company Intuit, and his wife Alys. Read More One of West Virginia’s best treasures is New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, a 70,000-acre park where the world’s second-oldest river cuts through a vast valley of geological formations and ecological wonders. Read More Of the free, primitive campgrounds offered at New River Gorge National Park, we like Grandview Sandbar best for its easy river access, shady picnic tables, and designated fire rings. Read More New River Gorge, in West Virginia, became America’s newest national park in December 2020. Read More This former mining town has been reborn as an adventure hub with quick access to world-class rock climbing and whitewater rafting inside the New River Gorge. Read More Not only is this new national park a hub for world-class rafting and rock climbing (visit in September or October for your shot at descending the notorious Gauley River), but it’s also home to some surprisingly beautiful trails for hiking and mountain biking. Read More West Virginia is world-famous for rugged, natural beauty — which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and rolling hills — but it also has a stacked roster of some of the most charming small towns in the Appalachian Mountains. Read More The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Read More West Virginia’s Blue Ridge peaks, dramatic gorges, and rushing rivers put it on the map for hikers, rafters, and rock climbers. Read More The combination of New River Gorge hiking and the quaint historical town of Lewisburg makes this the perfect kickoff to an epic road trip. Read More Perhaps one of the country’s most unsung – but most beautiful – destinations, West Virginia is a foliage fan’s dream. Read More Known as the Mountain State and nestled in the heart of the Appalachians, West Virginia offers superb riding, great scenery, and rich history. Read More West Virginia’s New River Gorge, encompassing more than 70,000 acres, became the country’s newest national park and preserve in December. Read More Take in a gorgeous panorama of fiery fall foliage from a boat on 202-acre Plum Orchard Lake. If fishing is your thing, this is a popular spot for catching channel catfish and largemouth bass. Read More Whitewater rafting, a treetop obstacle course and the precarious Bridge Walk across the New River Gorge Bridge are particular highlights for families with big kids and tweens. Read More Although barely a five-hour drive from the Washington D.C. suburbs, this area is enveloped in enough national forest land to allow extra-clear skies. Read More West Virginia is a beauty queen of a state, with ragged mountains to hike or ski and white-water rapids to paddle. It’s also stuffed with Civil War history and charming small towns. To explore it all, you’ll need a home base. Read More Our collective obsession with the outdoors this past year turned out to be fortuitous timing for West Virginia. Read More West Virginia is home to breathtakingly beautiful small towns among its mountains—retreats with close-knit community vibes and natural surroundings. Read More After the discovery in Watoga, the Division of Natural Resources submitted a letter of support to the International Dark Sky Association, ultimately helping the park achieve its Dark Sky designation in 2021. Read More Located on more than 70,000 acres in the Appalachian Mountains of the state’s southern region, the park’s titular waterway snakes through densely wooded hills and imposing sandstone cliffs. Read More America’s newest national park is one of the world’s finest river-rafting destinations. The site protects a slice of the New River, one of the oldest in the world, as well as the 876ft-tall New River Gorge Bridge. Read More When it comes to our national parks, there's definitely something of a hierarchy not too unlike Hollywood. Read More Situated in the scenic mountains of West Virginia, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is home to more than 70,000 acres of public lands. Read More West Virginia has been getting the word out about all its spectacular nature of late—notably the churning whitewater, forested trails and sandstone cliffs of America’s 63rd national park. Read More The Ascend West Virginia initiative pays remote workers to move to one of five participating communities, with some extra perks aimed at attracting outdoor enthusiasts in particular Read More Rail Explorers — which already operates railbike tours in California, New York, Rhode Island, Kentucky, and Iowa — opened a new location in Clay, West Virginia. The 12-mile round-trip route runs along Elk River and Buffalo Creek and through the lush woodlands of West Virginia. Read More Two rivers border Harpers Ferry, a charming small town located between the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Read More With five participating communities, Ascend West Virginia is a public-private initiative with an impressive pedigree: Its founders are West Virginia native Brad D. Smith, former CEO of software company Intuit, and his wife Alys. Read More One of West Virginia’s best treasures is New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, a 70,000-acre park where the world’s second-oldest river cuts through a vast valley of geological formations and ecological wonders. Read More Of the free, primitive campgrounds offered at New River Gorge National Park, we like Grandview Sandbar best for its easy river access, shady picnic tables, and designated fire rings. Read More New River Gorge, in West Virginia, became America’s newest national park in December 2020. Read More This former mining town has been reborn as an adventure hub with quick access to world-class rock climbing and whitewater rafting inside the New River Gorge. Read More Not only is this new national park a hub for world-class rafting and rock climbing (visit in September or October for your shot at descending the notorious Gauley River), but it’s also home to some surprisingly beautiful trails for hiking and mountain biking. Read More West Virginia is world-famous for rugged, natural beauty — which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and rolling hills — but it also has a stacked roster of some of the most charming small towns in the Appalachian Mountains. Read More The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Read More West Virginia’s Blue Ridge peaks, dramatic gorges, and rushing rivers put it on the map for hikers, rafters, and rock climbers. Read More The combination of New River Gorge hiking and the quaint historical town of Lewisburg makes this the perfect kickoff to an epic road trip. Read More Perhaps one of the country’s most unsung – but most beautiful – destinations, West Virginia is a foliage fan’s dream. Read More Known as the Mountain State and nestled in the heart of the Appalachians, West Virginia offers superb riding, great scenery, and rich history. Read More West Virginia’s New River Gorge, encompassing more than 70,000 acres, became the country’s newest national park and preserve in December. Read More Take in a gorgeous panorama of fiery fall foliage from a boat on 202-acre Plum Orchard Lake. If fishing is your thing, this is a popular spot for catching channel catfish and largemouth bass. Read More Whitewater rafting, a treetop obstacle course and the precarious Bridge Walk across the New River Gorge Bridge are particular highlights for families with big kids and tweens. Read More Although barely a five-hour drive from the Washington D.C. suburbs, this area is enveloped in enough national forest land to allow extra-clear skies. Read More West Virginia is a beauty queen of a state, with ragged mountains to hike or ski and white-water rapids to paddle. It’s also stuffed with Civil War history and charming small towns. To explore it all, you’ll need a home base. Read More Our collective obsession with the outdoors this past year turned out to be fortuitous timing for West Virginia. Read More West Virginia is home to breathtakingly beautiful small towns among its mountains—retreats with close-knit community vibes and natural surroundings. Read More After the discovery in Watoga, the Division of Natural Resources submitted a letter of support to the International Dark Sky Association, ultimately helping the park achieve its Dark Sky designation in 2021. Read More Located on more than 70,000 acres in the Appalachian Mountains of the state’s southern region, the park’s titular waterway snakes through densely wooded hills and imposing sandstone cliffs. Read More America’s newest national park is one of the world’s finest river-rafting destinations. The site protects a slice of the New River, one of the oldest in the world, as well as the 876ft-tall New River Gorge Bridge. Read More When it comes to our national parks, there's definitely something of a hierarchy not too unlike Hollywood. Read More Situated in the scenic mountains of West Virginia, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is home to more than 70,000 acres of public lands. Read More West Virginia has been getting the word out about all its spectacular nature of late—notably the churning whitewater, forested trails and sandstone cliffs of America’s 63rd national park. Read More The Ascend West Virginia initiative pays remote workers to move to one of five participating communities, with some extra perks aimed at attracting outdoor enthusiasts in particular Read More Rail Explorers — which already operates railbike tours in California, New York, Rhode Island, Kentucky, and Iowa — opened a new location in Clay, West Virginia. The 12-mile round-trip route runs along Elk River and Buffalo Creek and through the lush woodlands of West Virginia. Read More Two rivers border Harpers Ferry, a charming small town located between the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Read More With five participating communities, Ascend West Virginia is a public-private initiative with an impressive pedigree: Its founders are West Virginia native Brad D. Smith, former CEO of software company Intuit, and his wife Alys. Read More One of West Virginia’s best treasures is New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, a 70,000-acre park where the world’s second-oldest river cuts through a vast valley of geological formations and ecological wonders. Read More Of the free, primitive campgrounds offered at New River Gorge National Park, we like Grandview Sandbar best for its easy river access, shady picnic tables, and designated fire rings. Read More New River Gorge, in West Virginia, became America’s newest national park in December 2020. Read More This former mining town has been reborn as an adventure hub with quick access to world-class rock climbing and whitewater rafting inside the New River Gorge. Read More Not only is this new national park a hub for world-class rafting and rock climbing (visit in September or October for your shot at descending the notorious Gauley River), but it’s also home to some surprisingly beautiful trails for hiking and mountain biking. Read More West Virginia is world-famous for rugged, natural beauty — which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and rolling hills — but it also has a stacked roster of some of the most charming small towns in the Appalachian Mountains. Read More The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Read More West Virginia’s Blue Ridge peaks, dramatic gorges, and rushing rivers put it on the map for hikers, rafters, and rock climbers. Read More The combination of New River Gorge hiking and the quaint historical town of Lewisburg makes this the perfect kickoff to an epic road trip. Read More Perhaps one of the country’s most unsung – but most beautiful – destinations, West Virginia is a foliage fan’s dream. Read More Known as the Mountain State and nestled in the heart of the Appalachians, West Virginia offers superb riding, great scenery, and rich history. Read More West Virginia’s New River Gorge, encompassing more than 70,000 acres, became the country’s newest national park and preserve in December. Read More Take in a gorgeous panorama of fiery fall foliage from a boat on 202-acre Plum Orchard Lake. If fishing is your thing, this is a popular spot for catching channel catfish and largemouth bass. Read More Whitewater rafting, a treetop obstacle course and the precarious Bridge Walk across the New River Gorge Bridge are particular highlights for families with big kids and tweens. Read More Although barely a five-hour drive from the Washington D.C. suburbs, this area is enveloped in enough national forest land to allow extra-clear skies. Read More West Virginia is a beauty queen of a state, with ragged mountains to hike or ski and white-water rapids to paddle. It’s also stuffed with Civil War history and charming small towns. To explore it all, you’ll need a home base. Read More Our collective obsession with the outdoors this past year turned out to be fortuitous timing for West Virginia. Read More West Virginia is home to breathtakingly beautiful small towns among its mountains—retreats with close-knit community vibes and natural surroundings. Read More After the discovery in Watoga, the Division of Natural Resources submitted a letter of support to the International Dark Sky Association, ultimately helping the park achieve its Dark Sky designation in 2021. Read More Located on more than 70,000 acres in the Appalachian Mountains of the state’s southern region, the park’s titular waterway snakes through densely wooded hills and imposing sandstone cliffs. Read More America’s newest national park is one of the world’s finest river-rafting destinations. The site protects a slice of the New River, one of the oldest in the world, as well as the 876ft-tall New River Gorge Bridge. Read More When it comes to our national parks, there's definitely something of a hierarchy not too unlike Hollywood. Read More Situated in the scenic mountains of West Virginia, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is home to more than 70,000 acres of public lands. Read More West Virginia has been getting the word out about all its spectacular nature of late—notably the churning whitewater, forested trails and sandstone cliffs of America’s 63rd national park. Read More The Ascend West Virginia initiative pays remote workers to move to one of five participating communities, with some extra perks aimed at attracting outdoor enthusiasts in particular Read More Rail Explorers — which already operates railbike tours in California, New York, Rhode Island, Kentucky, and Iowa — opened a new location in Clay, West Virginia. The 12-mile round-trip route runs along Elk River and Buffalo Creek and through the lush woodlands of West Virginia. Read More Two rivers border Harpers Ferry, a charming small town located between the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Read More With five participating communities, Ascend West Virginia is a public-private initiative with an impressive pedigree: Its founders are West Virginia native Brad D. Smith, former CEO of software company Intuit, and his wife Alys. Read More One of West Virginia’s best treasures is New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, a 70,000-acre park where the world’s second-oldest river cuts through a vast valley of geological formations and ecological wonders. Read More Of the free, primitive campgrounds offered at New River Gorge National Park, we like Grandview Sandbar best for its easy river access, shady picnic tables, and designated fire rings. Read More New River Gorge, in West Virginia, became America’s newest national park in December 2020. Read More This former mining town has been reborn as an adventure hub with quick access to world-class rock climbing and whitewater rafting inside the New River Gorge. Read More Not only is this new national park a hub for world-class rafting and rock climbing (visit in September or October for your shot at descending the notorious Gauley River), but it’s also home to some surprisingly beautiful trails for hiking and mountain biking. 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Privacy Policy A A A A Select Language Enable Translation ADVENTURE & RECREATION * Aerial Excursions * ATV & Off-roading * Biking * Camping * Caverns * Fishing * Golf * Hiking * Horseback Riding * Hunting * Motorsports * Rock Climbing * Scenic Trains * Skiing & Winter Sports * Stargazing * Watersports * Whitewater Rafting LUXURY & RELAXATION * Natural Springs * Off the Grid * Resorts * Spas CULTURE AND LIFESTYLE * Arts * Dining & Drinks * Farm-To-Table * History & Heritage * Music * Nightlife & Entertainment * Road Trips * Shopping EVENTS CALENDAR DISCOVER FALL IN ALMOST HEAVEN FEATURED DESTINATIONS From ATV excursions in small towns to scenic drives across the state, West Virginia is made for everyone. Rest and relax at a world-class resort or head out for a waterfall hike. It’s all waiting for you this summer in Almost Heaven. Read More FEATURED ROAD TRIP GET A TRUE TASTE OF WEST VIRGINIA ALONG THIS MEMORABLE ROUTE Less than three hours outside Roanoke, this stretch of West Virginia is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Shaped by the famous New River Gorge, you’ll find plenty of riverside activities, outdoor adventures and some of the most extraordinary views. Pair that with the region’s compelling historical past and vibrant small towns, and you’ve got one very memorable trip.... Plan Your Trip EXPLORE ROAD TRIPS * Culture & Lifestyle CHECK OUT THESE CHARMING SMALL TOWNS IN ALMOST HEAVEN * Hiking A MEMORABLE TRIP THROUGH THE POTOMAC HIGHLANDS * Defined by its rivers and lush forests, this region in southern West Virginia has some of the most spectacular outdoor recreation. EXPLORE SOME OF WEST VIRGINIA'S MOST STUNNING SIGHTS * Just a short drive outside of the Washington and Baltimore metro areas, this loop through West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle is both a relaxing and enlightening weekend getaway. YOU CAN TAKE A DRIVE AND A DIP ALONG THIS HISTORIC LOOP Browse Road Trips TRAVEL REGIONS Go PARKS AND PUBLIC LANDS PUBLIC WATERS NATIONAL PARKS STATE PARKS WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS NATIONAL FORESTS MOUNTAIN TOWNS CABINS & VACATION RENTALS CAMPSITES BED & BREAKFASTS HOTELS & MOTELS RESORTS STATE PARKS EXPLORE LODGING Whether you prefer a luxury retreat at a world-class resort or a rustic campsite stay under starry night skies, West Virginia has accommodations for every type of traveler. As you plan your mountain road trip, explore one-of-a-kind stays and traditional comforts along the way. The peace and solitude of Almost Heaven is just an overnight stay away. Book My Stay CURRENT SEASON FALL Nature works her magic every autumn in West Virginia. As the third most forested state, our country roads are vibrant with color and a sight to behold in the fall. Learn More UPCOMING WINTER The wonder of winter in West Virginia is filled with untouched fallen snow, scrapes of skates along fresh ice and snow-capped mountain views you have to see to believe. Learn More SPRING Blooming rhododendrons. Wildflower hikes. Rushing waterfalls. Welcome to spring in West Virginia. It's the season where Almost Heaven comes alive. Learn More SUMMER Escape the churn and burn of the daily routine and hit the road this summer. Explore wide open spaces with plenty of room to roam. Learn More ORDER YOUR 2024 VACATION GUIDE TODAY Order Now