Almost Heaven, Indeed: Where to Go in West Virginia By Traveler Type
The New River Gorge region — located about an hour south of Charleston, the state capital — is a sure bet for nature and adrenaline lovers alike. Its namesake national park and preserve encompasses more than 70,000 acres of dense hardwood forest and 53 miles of river, presenting visitors with ample opportunity for rafting, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and more — all set against the backdrop of a stunning natural landscape.
My visit finds me clad in a wetsuit, bumbling down a mountain road...
