Most Scenic Road Trips in West Virginia
If you are planning a road trip in West Virginia, here are some routes to consider.
If you are planning a road trip in West Virginia, here are some routes to consider.
The Highland Scenic Highway takes you through the Monongahela National Forest. It is 43 miles and extends from Richwood to US Route 219. This route is suitable for drivers, backpackers, and bike riders. It rises above the farms and forested valley below, lying on the Elk and Cranberry Mountains. Part of the byway curves along the Williams River. You can bring your anglers on board and stop for fishing before jumping on the road. Alternatively, you can stop by the Summit Lake for trout, bass and panfish.
The Midland Trail follows U.S Route 60 from Kenova to the Kentucky border. It is 180-miles long and provides exceptional stops, scenery and history. Start your road trip at Kenova and stop at the Dreamland Pool, one of the oldest in West Virginia, to cool off. On the way, stop at Old Central City and shop at dozens of antique shops and a farmers' market. At St. Albans, paddle on the Coal River before stopping for a tour of old properties. Pause for a day or two at West Virginia's Capital, Charleston, and explore the coffee houses, art, homemade ice cream and chocolate.
Drive on winding roads through three parks. The road passes through forests, wildlife, waterfalls and small hospitable towns where you can make a stop. You can enjoy as tubing, ice skating and snowboarding at the Canaan Valley State Park or drive to Whitegrass for skiing.
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