Seems if you close your eyes you can almost hear John Denver singing you home along the country roads. Granted, interstate travel does make it easier to see West Virginia with more expedience, but if you have the time to spare and a yen for adventure (not to mention a sturdy car and stomach), taking the opportunity to swerve the looping roads of this mountainous state offers a beautiful look at countryside and hills.
For the outdoor traveler, West Virginia is paradise. Wintertime brings crisp skiing weather and well-padded slopes, while summertime is just warm enough to engage in some thrilling whitewater rafting. Horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, camping…the list is endless for the extreme (and not so extreme) sports enthusiast. Next time you are in West Virginia, here are five personal favorites that are worth a first and second visit, definitely more.
