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Tourism to Southern WV’s three national park sites contributes 108.4 million to local economy – new report shows a 12% increase over 2023
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve News Release A new National Park Service report shows that 2,080,330 visitors to the three national park…
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Splash into Fun: The Six Best Waterparks in West Virginia (2025 Guide)
By Clyde Craig, The West Virginia Explorer Webzine West Virginia’s natural beauty is world-famous, but when summer heat hits, the state’s waterparks become…
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West Virginia unveils daily one-mile trail program in 32 state parks
By David Sibray, The West Virginia Explorer To encourage West Virginians to walk at least one mile daily, state officials are designating one-mile hiking…
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West Virginia becoming a premier East Coast sky-watching destination
By Clyde Craig, WV Explorer West Virginia is becoming a premier destination for East Coast sky watchers, thanks to its low light pollution…
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