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1. Charleston ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Morgantown ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

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4. Parkersburg

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5. Wheeling

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6. Bluefield

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7. Martinsburg

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8. Princeton

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9. Huntington

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10. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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11. Blackwater Falls State Park

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12. Ritter Park

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13. Grandview State Park, WV

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14. Coopers Rock State Forest

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15. Berkeley Springs State Park

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16. Babcock State Park, West Virginia

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17. Hawks Nest State Park

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18. Tu-Endie-Wei State Park

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19. Kanawha Falls

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20. Appalachian National Scenic Trail

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21. Cathedral Falls, West Virginia

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22. Monongahela National Forest

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23. The Greenbrier River Trail

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24. Thurmond

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What makes West Virginia a beautiful state to visit?
  • Answer: West Virginia is a mountainous, tree-covered state with beautiful natural mountain scenery, outdoor activities, great parks, and a deep historical and cultural heritage.
  • Question: What outdoor destinations are available in West Virginia?
  • Answer: The area surrounding the New River, as well as the state’s other national and state parks, offer a wide range of destinations to choose from.
  • Question: What historical site can visitors explore in West Virginia?
  • Answer: The historic town of Harpers Ferry lives on as a historical park with several living history museums.

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