Explore the Top 11 National Parks and Monuments in West Virginia

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West Virginia is a state of natural wonders and rich history. In this web story, we’ll take you to 11 amazing national parks and monuments that showcase the best of West Virginia.

Discover West Virginia's untold tales, where nature's beauty and rich history intertwine, weaving captivating web stories of scenic wonder.

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is the longest hiking-only trail in the world, spanning 2,190 miles across 14 states.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

#1

The Bluestone National Scenic River is a 10.5-mile section of the Bluestone River, which flows through a rugged and scenic gorge.

Bluestone National Scenic River

#2

The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park preserves the history and culture of the 19th-century canal that connected the Potomac River to the Ohio River.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

#3

The Chesapeake Bay Watershed is the largest estuary in the U.S., covering six states and the District of Columbia.

Chesapeake Bay Watershed

#4

The Gauley River National Recreation Area is a 25-mile stretch of the Gauley River, which is one of the most adventurous whitewater rivers in the east.

Gauley River National Recreation Area

#5

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is the newest national park in the U.S., established in 2021. 

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

#6

Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park is a state park that commemorates the site of the last major Civil War battle in West Virginia, fought in 1863.

Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park

#7

Holly River State Park is the second-largest state park in West Virginia, with over 8,000 acres of dense forest.

Holly River State Park

#8

The Monongahela National Forest is a national forest that covers over 900,000 acres of the Allegheny Mountains in eastern West Virginia.

Monongahela National Forest

#9

Valley Falls State Park is a state park that features four picturesque waterfalls on the Tygart Valley River.

Valley Falls State Park

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Cathedral Gorge State Park is a state park that showcases the geological wonders of eroded clay and silt.

Cathedral Gorge State Park

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