11 Things You Must Do Underneath The Summer Sun In West Virginia

Nutallburg was once a bustling coal town before it was abandoned in the 1950s. The land was ultimately purchased by the National Park Service, who turned it into a series of trails that leads through the woods and past key areas of the town, such as the coal conveyor, the houses for the mine workers, and the school. For more information about Nutallburg, check out the full story here.

Cheat River Outfitters offers many adventures along the Cheat River, complete with Class II to Class V rapids. So, you can choose whatever skill level is most comfortable for you. CRO provides all the equipment you need and offers both guided and unguided tours, depending on your skill level. To learn more, check out the full story here.

If you follow a scenic trail in Monongahela National Forest, you will find yourself at an observation tower that sits at the very top of West Virginia. At 4,863 feet, you will be at the highest point in the entire state, with the Appalachian mountains laid out before you. To learn more, check out the full story here.

A visit to Summersville Lake offers Scuba diving to visitors. Along the shore of the lake is Sarge's Dive Shop, which offers certification classes for first time Scuba divers, and offers a full line of equipment for purchase or rent. The lake has many underwater tunnels and various fish species to observe during your dive. For more information, check out the full story here.

Grandview State Park is a series of trails through the woods along the New River Gorge. Several views of the river are encountered along the trails, which feature unique geological features, rock formations, and an opportunity to view local wildlife. For more information, check out the full story here.

Adventures on the Gorge is an adventure park that offers several hikes up in the treetops. There are several trails that lead hikers along a series of platforms, bridges, tubes and zip lines. For more information, check out the full story here.

Cacapon State Park has many things to offer, but its biggest secret is a beach on the shore of Cacapon Lake. The beach has a large swimming area, a snack bar and paddle boat rentals. For more information, check out the full story here.

Do you want to take a serious hike? If so, check out the Allegheny Trail, a 330-mile hike that runs along the eastern border of the state. Obviously, you might not be able to hike the entire trail, but it has several access points, allowing you to tackle the trail one section at a time. The trail passes through woodlands, over streams, roads, farmlands, and state parks. For more information, check out the full story here.

Instead of a standard walking trail, this kayak trail sends travelers along the Cheat River. There are several access points on the trail, which leads you through woods and past several towns, restaurants and other interesting locations. Perfect for both beginners and advanced kayakers. For more information, check out the full story here.

Blackwater Canyon is West Virginia's very own Grand Canyon. This ancient eight mile chasm is 1,000 feet deep. The Allegheny Trail, mentioned earlier, runs along the canyon, which feeds into Blackwater Falls State Park, one of the most popular destinations in West Virginia. For more information, check out the full story here.