11 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In West Virginia That You Must See Before You Die
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Rachel Whetstone
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West Virginia is home to some of the most beautiful spots in the country, and it could take some time to explore them all! Here are a few of our favorites, in no particular order.
This 4,127 acre park is home to a charming grist mill that is used to grind grain. You can purchase the grain and other souvenirs in the gift shop before exploring the park.
West Virginia's largest lake covers more than 26,000 acres. It's a popular spot for boating, swimming, fishing and even scuba diving.
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Lost World Caverns has some of the most impressive cave formations in West Virginia. It's also home to many bats, making it an interesting spot for biologists to study.
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These award-winning gardens span 16 acres of the resort. They are filled with flowers from April until October and tended by master gardeners.
This rocky wilderness in the Allegheny Mountains has a stunning variety of plants that are usually seen much further north. Wildlife enthusiasts might also catch a glimpse of foxes, bobcats, and bears.
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Seneca Rocks has the only true peak on the east coast, making it a popular spot for rock climbers. If you're less adventurous, there are also hiking trails around the lower parts of the rocks.
One of West Virginia's most stunning landmarks has plenty of spots to explore. Go hiking, rafting, or sightseeing in this beautiful area for a trip you'll never forget.
The Palace of Gold is a New Vrindaban temple which was rated as one of eight religious wonders to see in the US by CNN. Visitors can tour the building decorated with marble, semi-precious stones, carved teakwood, stained glass, cut crystal, and gold leaf.
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Spruce Knob has the highest elevation in West Virginia, and incredible views of the valleys below. High winds at the summit create "flagged trees", trees that are missing their branches on the windiest side.
This park was named for the many crevices and caves in the rocks, which people imagined would make great homes for bears. Visitors can hike through the rock formations on a wooden walkway.
This scenic state park is one of the most photographed spots in West Virginia, thanks to the stunning waterfalls throughout the park. You can get a good view of the main falls with just a short walk from the parking lot, or venture deeper into the park to see even more waterfalls up close.
Have you been to any of these beautiful place in West Virginia? We’d love to hear about it!
If you’d like to see some of West Virginia’s best wonders all in one incredible journey, try this epic road trip through the Monongahela National Forest.
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