EXPLORE WEST VIRGINIA!
West Virginia was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863 and is our 35th state. Nicknamed the Mountain State, it is considered one of the most scenic states in the nation. It has 9 National Park units and there are 37 State Parks and 8 State Forests, 3 National Forests, 2 National Wildlife Refuges, and 1 Wild & Scenic Rivers. There are 55 Places listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 16 National Historic Landmarks, and 15 National Natural Landmarks.
Our West Virginia State Travel Guide Directory below is new and in the process of being built. If you run a business or organization in West Virginia, and would like to be part of this growing directory, please contact us. We will be visiting West Virginia soon so check back and watch our Directory grow: Parks & Public Lands, Articles & Interviews, Park Gateway Communities, Travel Info & Services, Where to Stay, Food & Drink, See & Do, and Shopping.