Last spring we packed up the car and road tripped through West Virginia @wvtourism with my dog, Sancho, and it’s easily one of my favorite close-to-home road trips. (A D)
So many underrated hikes, peaceful @wvstateparks, and scenic views, all just a few hours from DC.
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Seneca Rocks
Beartown State Park
Falls of Hills Creek
Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park
Watoga State Park
Cranberry Glades
Greenbrier River Trail
Thorny Mountain Fire Tower
If you want to recreate this trip, comment “spring trip” and I’ll send you the full itinerary and map. #AlmostHeaven
You won’t want to miss this bucket list West Virginia winter adventure that’s fun for the whole family! ❄️ #AlmostHeaven
🛷Sled run at Blackwater Falls State Park
📍3 hrs from Pittsburgh
📍3 ½ hrs from Harrisburg
The quarter mile sled run is the longest on the East Coast.
🗓️Open now through March 8, with sledding available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
❄️Weather permitting
🎟️Tickets are $28 on weekdays and $33 on weekends and holidays
⏰ 2 hour session (arrive 20 minutes early)
This is a popular attraction. Advance reservations recommended. wvstateparks.com/blackwater-falls-sled-run
Blackwater Falls State Park is home to over 15 miles of trails, beautiful waterfalls and overlooks, cabins, an Almost Heaven Swing, a nature center, lodge with restaurant, and more. This is the perfect spot for a winter adventure.
@wvtourism @wvstateparks @tuckercounty_wv #WVTourism #westvirginia
👀 Would you walk this?!
If you want a bucket list adrenaline hit without needing any climbing experience, this is it. You’re clipped in the whole time, walking the catwalk under the New River Gorge Bridge with unreal views of the canyon and the river way below. It feels equal parts terrifying and epic, and the photos look straight out of a movie.
📝 What to know before you go
Book ahead because spots can fill up
Dress warmer than you think because it gets windy up there
Wear closed toe shoes with good grip
Show up early so you can soak in the overlook views too
✈️ Follow @thewanderdiary for more bucket list ideas!
#newrivergorge #almostheaven #wvtourism
Tubin’ in West Virginia needs to be added to your bucket list✔️{save for your next trip}
This was a completely unexpected experience we didn’t know we were missing! It was like a water slide but instead you’re zippin down the snow!🤯
📍Coca Cola Tube Park, West Virginia
Book your next bucket list trip to @WVTourism✨
#WVTourism #westvirginia #snowtubing #bucketlistadventures #bucketlisttravel #AlmostHeaven #ad
Ready for a Slice of Heaven? 🍰🏞️
If you’re looking for the ultimate summer getaway, West Virginia is calling your name! This hidden gem is packed with stunning landscapes, thrilling adventures, and heartwarming local charm.🤩
Here are some reasons why we LOVE @wvtourism:
🌄 Breathtaking Scenery: From rolling hills to majestic mountains, the views are simply unforgettable.
🚣 Outdoor Adventures: Whether it’s whitewater rafting, hiking, or fishing, there’s no shortage of excitement.
🍂 Rich Culture: Explore charming towns, enjoy local festivals, and taste delicious Appalachian cuisine.
🌌 Starry Nights: Unplug and unwind as you camp under a sky filled with stars.
So, what are you waiting for? Your slice of heaven is just a trip away! Pack your bags and discover why West Virginia is the ultimate summer escape!🌲✨
🎥:@wvtourism
#ad #almostheaven #ExploreWV #westvirginia
Thank you @fishermountain for reminding me to take a step back and enjoy where I am :) @wvtourism was amazing and it was so great to spend time with my mom and meet some cool people!
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#AlmostHeaven #golf #westvirginia #mountains #views #golfresort #hiddengem #golfgirl #franklin #fishermountain #fisher #highlandsgolfclub #beautiful #scenery #almostforgot
Stepping into #BridgeDay2025 with @chrisandfinck, #GoProMAX2, + @wvtourism 🪂
West Virginia’s 46th annual Bridge Day welcomed over 100,000 spectators to its stunning New River Gorge National Park. This festival is the one day per year where BASE jumping is legal from their 876’ bridge 🍂
#GoPro #BASE #BASEJumping #AlmostHeaven #POV
I had the best time exploring the Morgantown, WV region. #WVTPartner #ad
Morgantown, WV is only a short 1.5 hour drive from Pittsburgh, PA and makes a great winter weekend getaway.
There is so much to see and do in this area. Check out my itinerary and 📌 save for your winter weekend in West Virginia. 😍 @wvtourism
1. Head to Coopers Rock State Forest for a sunrise hike at Raven Rock. ☀️
2. Find the #AlmostHeaven swings. I visited 3️⃣ swings on my trip: Coopers Rock, Mason-Dixon Historical Park, and the Philippi Covered Bridge.
3. Check out some waterfalls on the West Virginia Waterfall Trail. I made 2️⃣ stops: Tucker Falls at Mason-Dixon Historical Park and Valley Falls State Park
4. Head to downtown Morgantown for First Friday for the Arts @mainstreetmorgantown
5. Take a hike on one of the many beautiful trails in the region: Coopers Rock State Forest, Cheat Lake Trail, Snake Hill Wildlife Management Area, Cathedral State Park, Audra State Park, Mason-Dixon Historical Park
6. Warm up at a local coffee shop: @almostheavendesserts @mountaineerroasting @anniescoffeeandcreamery
7. Visit covered bridges. I checked out the Philippi Covered Bridge, the oldest and longest in WV
8. Explore the magical @wvbotanicgarden
9. Eat local. I loved @tropicswv @ironhorsetvrn @murialesrestaurant
10. Watch a sunset from Sky Rock in Dorsey’s Knob Park
🛏️ I loved my stay at @thecranberryhotel in Morgantown. It was a great location for exploring the area.
Have you visited the Morgantown, WV region? Which of these places would you most like to see?
#wvtourism #morgantownwv #hikingwv #westvirginia #visitmountaineercountry #almostheaven #waterfalls
Here’s your sign to visit “Almost Heaven” this fall! 🍂
@wvtourism is calling all adventure seekers and leaf-peepers to experience West Virginia like never before. From stunning waterfalls 💦 and cozy cabins 🏡 to breathtaking mountain views 🏞️, the Mountain State is the perfect destination this season. Picture yourself swinging into serenity on the iconic #AlmostHeaven swing 🎡 or driving down Country Roads with the fall foliage as your backdrop!
Whether you’re hiking, soaking in history in charming mountain towns, or chasing that perfect view, there’s no shortage of adventures waiting for you. 🚗💨
So what are you waiting for? Get ready to make memories in West Virginia this fall, tag your moments with #AlmostHeaven, and let’s see your best shots! 📸🍁
#WVAdventures #MountainState #Waterfalls #AlmostHeaven #ExploreWV #westvirginia #statepark #ad
Ready for a Slice of Heaven? 🍰🏞️
If you’re looking for the ultimate summer getaway, West Virginia is calling your name! This hidden gem is packed with stunning landscapes, thrilling adventures, and heartwarming local charm.
Here are some reasons why we LOVE @wvtourism:
🌄 Breathtaking Scenery: From rolling hills to majestic mountains, the views are simply unforgettable.
🚣 Outdoor Adventures: Whether it’s whitewater rafting, hiking, or fishing, there’s no shortage of excitement.
🍂 Rich Culture: Explore charming towns, enjoy local festivals, and taste delicious Appalachian cuisine.
🌌 Starry Nights: Unplug and unwind as you camp under a sky filled with stars.
So, what are you waiting for? Your slice of heaven is just a trip away! Pack your bags and discover why West Virginia is the ultimate summer escape!🌲✨
🎥:@wvtourism
#ad #almostheaven #ExploreWV #westvirginia
Stepping into #BridgeDay2025 with @chrisandfinck, #GoProMAX2, + @wvtourism 🪂
#GoPro #BASE #BASEJumping #AlmostHeaven #POV
@ashlandresort - Whether it’s a girls trip, guys trip, couples trip OR even a family trip, it’s an unforgetable getaway. @ashlandresort “Where memories are made and adventures await”
🌳Nestled amidst 1,600 acres of private hardwood forest, Ashland Resort is the largest campground in the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System and the only Guest Rated™ “A” camping facility in West Virginia.
⛺️Ashland Resort offers the perfect friends and family lodging location for ATV & Dirt Bike enthusiasts with a selection of Lodges, Cottages, Cabins, RV and tent sites..Part of the Hatfield-McCoy trail, the Indian Ridge trail, passes through the Ashland Resort Campground. Leave your trailer at your campsite, gas up at the Cherokee Welcome Center and enjoy the wild and wonderful trails. Choose family friendly green trails or dare to be challenged on black and single track dirt bike trails, there is truly something for everyone.
🍔To make the trip feel even more relaxing, skip cooking and grab a delicious meal at The Indian Ridge Bar & Grill located right at the resort. From burgers and wings to salads and steaks. The food is phenomenal and the staff is friendly. Our favorite part, it`s come as you are. Everyone drove straight off the trails and hung out in their riding gear. ❤️If you’re a ranch lover like me, try the ranch! Best Ranch I have ever tasted.
📍246 Totem Pole Road.
Northfork, WV 24868
☎️(304) 862-2322
💻https://atvresort.com/
#almostheaven #wvtourism