West Virginia natives and visitors know that the splendor of the state is outdoors. West Virginia boasts breathtaking mountain views that can be explored on hiking trails, primitive campgrounds that put campers in the middle of Mother Nature and...
With more than 2,000 miles of rivers flowing through the Appalachians, West Virginia offers you a wide range of whitewater rafting on its 60 rivers. There are whitewater rivers for all levels, from the challenging Class V waters of the Cheat, the...
Challenging West Virginia's white-water rivers with a raft builds upper body strength and cardiovascular endurance. Intricate maneuvers with oars or paddles harmonize with thundering hydraulics to see you safely through the world-class whitewater...
West Virginia offers campers and anglers an abundance of rivers, lakes and streams mixed with historic Civil War battlefields and rugged mountain trails. State-run and privately owned parks dot the region to give campers the experience of...
Camping in the Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, area means being surrounded by rolling mountains and U.S. Civil War history. You'll have access to recreation along two rivers, hiking paths and the historic Appalachian Trail. Fields of flowers beckon...
West Virginia's state park system began in the late 1920s, and includes 52 parks across the state. Known for its rolling to mountainous topography and expansive hardwood forests, West Virginia's state parks do not lack natural beauty.
Berkeley Springs, in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, is not just for American history buffs. The town houses the country's oldest bathhouse as well as many modern spas and relaxation centers. This small town, filled with art and history,...
Nestled in the scenic Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia, the 25,000-acre Canaan Valley is home to a wide array of outdoor adventures and camping opportunities. Situated above 3,000-feet, Canaan Valley is the largest high-elevation mountain...
Canaan Valley in West Virginia boasts two Federal Wilderness Areas, a National Wildlife Refuge, skiing, whitewater rafting and miles of trails for hiking, biking or horseback riding. It's the highest mountain valley east of the Rockies, with a...
Summersville, West Virginia, is home to the state's largest lake with more than 2,700 acres of water and 60 miles of shoreline. Its unique geography has given it a reputation as one of the best areas for adventure sports. The lake offers excellent...
Seneca Rocks is a crag rock formation located in the Monongahela National Forest in Pendleton County, West Virginia. The rock formation contains Tuscarora quartzite which is visible on exposed crags and rock peaks. The area is a mecca for rock...
West Virginia offers several National Parks, and a few of them allow camping within their borders. Some offer a rich history--particularly Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park--providing interpretive and educational opportunities in...
Situated in eastern West Virginia, Berkeley Springs considers itself to be America's first spa and has been a popular tourist destination since colonial times. Today, Berkeley Springs is an artsy small town with plenty of mom-and-pop businesses,...
Historic Harpers Ferry, W. Va. is located just miles from the borders of Virginia and Maryland and is also the site where the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers converge. Harpers Ferry is known historically as the site where abolitionist John Brown led...
The Gauley River, located in southern West Virginia 65 miles southeast of Charleston, is world famous for its white water rapids. Every fall, white water enthusiasts descend on the Gauley River National Recreation Area to take on the Class V...
The entire state of West Virginia sits in the Appalachian Mountains. The private RV parks in West Virginia are located in the many recreational areas of the state. These parks provide access to many outdoor activities in West Virginia, where you...
West Virginia is known for its historic battlegrounds in American history and the coal-mining industry. But those who live in the area or visit know about the abundance of natural beauty. The state is 24,077 square miles long and has 37 state...
West Virginia is known for some of the best white water rivers in the eastern part of the United States. Many rafting and adventure companies offer trips on the rivers, from half-day cruises to overnight camping trips. Companies offer a number of...
The Midwestern state of Ohio is bordered in the northeast by Pennsylvania, to the southeast by West Virginia, to the south by Kentucky, and to the west by Indiana. You can find a variety of indoor and outdoor activities in these states. And Ohio...
The George Washington National Forest surrounds the Shenandoah Valley and covers a huge swatch of Virginia and West Virginia. It is comprised of six districts, each with its own unique characteristics. The U.S. National Forest Campground Guide...
Like the George Washington National Forest and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Hawk's Nest State National Park is a West Virginia location that exemplifies some of the natural features that make the state unique. Camping beneath Hawk's...
From the Blue Ridge Mountains in the west to the beaches of the eastern shore of Virginia, camping and fishing sites are plentiful in the state. You have only to decide whether you want to fish in a stream, a lake or the Atlantic Ocean, and...
As of 2010, with a full 17.7 percent of high-school aged youths in Washington D.C. qualifying as obese, the city is trying to turn its attention to weight loss and management. Its Overweight and Obesity Action Plan is taking a many-pronged...
Maryland, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, borders the state of Pennsylvania to its north, Delaware to its east and the District of Columbia, Virginia and West Virginia to the west and south. While camping at one of the two...
The eastern panhandle of West Virginia is a narrow stretch of land in the northeast corner of the state bordering Maryland and Virginia. The three counties of Jefferson, Berkeley and Morgan are steeped in history and offer opportunities for your...
West Virginia provides some of the best whitewater rafting in the world, with melted snows tumbling down from the Appalachian Mountains. Tourism is one of the state's busiest and most lucrative industries, with nature lovers traveling from all...
The Ohio River flows northwest out of Pennsylvania and marks the state boundaries between Ohio and West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky, Indiana and Kentucky and Illinois and Kentucky. RV Parks can be found on or near the river in all of these states,...
Teen obesity is a growing national epidemic. The American Academy of Children and Adolescent Psychiatry reports that teen obesity can lead to depression and anxiety, as well as serious health problems. Weight loss camps offer health and fitness...
