West Virginia Division of Tourism

Whitewater Rafting Season!

April 1, 2008 - October 30, 2008
Whitewater rafting, float trips and family adventures.
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Oak Leaf Festival

August 28, 2008 - August 31, 2008
Celebration of Fall
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Festival of the Rivers

August 30, 2008 - August 31, 2008
International music event
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Opossum Creek
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Southern West Virginia
. . . Closer Than You Think

(Southern WV is within a days drive of 50% of the US Population)

This “Wild and Wonderful” destination has four distinct seasons and we invite you to come and visit us anytime of year – enjoy the beauty, adventure and history of Southern West Virginia in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter.

Southern West Virginia is home to the New River Gorge National River, ten scenic West Virginia State Parks, Wildlife Management Areas, Historic Battlefield Sites and so much more.

Known as the home of "America's Best Whitewater", southern West Virginia is famous for unparalleled whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure activities.

Our area hosts an array of Fairs & Festivals, Theatre events, concerts and more throughout the year. Visit our Calendar of Events for more information.

Colorful history is abundant throughout the region and we invite you to experience the marvels of wild and wonderful southern West Virginia. Visit towns that celebrate the deep railroad, coal and Civil War history of our area. Tour a once operational coal mine and learn about life in a coal camp at the Exhibition Coal Mine in Beckley.

Southern West Virginia is the perfect vacation destination, offering fun for all ages and interests.

Discover breathtaking beauty, world-class adventure and the history of Southern West Virginia. It’s “Closer Than You Think”.

West Virginia Outdoor Dramas

07/22/08

You’ve spent all day enjoying Southern West Virginia – discovering what makes it “wild and wonderful.” You are exhausted from hiking, climbing, rafting, swimming and anything else you may have discovered while enjoying your rugged stay. Now you want to relax, but you don’t want to miss out on anything else you might be able to take in.

The answer is simple: Go to an outdoor drama. Southern West Virginia offers several unique opportunities to experience this historic entertainment.

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