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While Southern West Virginia is particularly well-known for having one of the world’s longest single-span steel-arch bridge (aka The New River Gorge Bridge), we also have some very remarkable covered bridges. Southern West Virginia is home to 4 covered bridges, which are all listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Autumn is the perfect time to discover these incredible, historic bridges.
Take advantage of 2 unique chances to explore rail history in Southern West Virginia. The railroad helped shape and form our state, making travel and transportation of supplies and equipment possible in the wild pioneer days. Railroads peaked during the golden late 1800s, and well into the 1920s, before automobiles were able to navigate our mountainous roads. You still have 2 chances to explore West Virginia's Railroad history this fall, while enjoying the spectacular fall foliage colors:
Here in Southern West Virginia, we’ve got loads of fun and spooky events to help you have a fun-filled Halloween. Beckley Haunted Coal Mine Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, Oct. 22-24, 29-31 […]
Photographers of all skill levels can join the raptors of the Three Rivers Avian Center for a unique shoot! TRAC co-directors Ron and Wendy Perrone, along with professional photographer Steven Wayne Rotsch, will lead a Birds of Prey Photography Workshop on Oct. 10.
Have you booked your Bridge Day weekend? If not, better hurry! Accommodations around the festival— from campsites to luxury cabins— tend to fill up for the weekend, and it can be hard to find an open spot if you wait!
The stomping of the grapes is an age-old tradition that dates back to Roman times. Before machinery was used to crush the grapes and release the juice, people placed the grapes in a tub and stepped on them. The stomping not only
The hills are alive with vibrant colors, and fall festival fun. There’s no better time to get out and celebrate than fall in Southern West Virginia!
West Virginia Craft Beer week is an 8-day craft beer aficionado’s dream come true— and it’s going on now! The event highlights our local brews and brewing community. Southern West Virginia is home to 2 Craft Breweries (Bridge Brew Works and Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company) and one Brew Pub (Dobra Zupas). Our local breweries make award-winning brews that you can’t get anywhere else.
"Feels like Fun . . . Feels like Fair" one of the most anticipated events in southern West Virginia - the State Fair in Fairlea! Ten full days of fair food, rides, exhibits, entertainment and more.
Summertime is the time to be on the trail. Whether you hike with the rising sun or in the mid-day heat, summertime is the right time to walk, run or bike in Southern West Virginia.
