WV

South Β· Capital: Charleston

The Mountain State

West Virginia Travel Guide

West Virginia, United States

About West Virginia

West Virginia is America's most mountainous state east of the Mississippi, offering whitewater rafting on the New River Gorge (now a national park), Seneca Rocks, and the Greenbrier resort. The state's Appalachian culture and natural beauty are increasingly drawing outdoor enthusiasts.

Top Cities

CharlestonHuntingtonMorgantownParkersburg

Airports Serving West Virginia

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Quick Facts

Abbreviation
WV
Capital
Charleston
Region
South
Best Season
Summer and Fall

Best Time to Visit

Summer and Fall

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