West Virginia Parks and Recreation Areas with Whitewater Rafting

The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+ rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in the east. read more...

Phone: 304-465-0508   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: Yes
Nearest Popular City: Glen Jean   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: Recreation Area   Activities: Boating and Watercraft, Fishing, Hunting and Shooting, Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting   Details Provided By: Gauley River

Citizens in the Potomac Heritage Trail corridor are rediscovering history and reclaiming access to rivers and other outdoor places. The designation of a Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail corridor in 1983, an amendment to the National Trails System Act, is being used by communities. read more...

Phone: 202-619-7222   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No
Nearest Popular City: Harpers Ferry   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Trail   Activities: Backpacking, Biking / Bicycling, Birding, Boating and Watercraft, Cross Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting and Shooting, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Swimming, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Watching, Nature Walks, Interpretive Programs, Snowshoeing, Star Gazing, Tours   Details Provided By: Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is located at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers in the states of West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis, John Brown, Jackson, and Frederick Douglass are just a few of the prominent individuals who left their mark on this place. read more...

Phone: 304-535-6029   Price Range: $4 - $6   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No
Nearest Popular City: Harpers Ferry   Nearest Lake or River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Park   Activities: Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Watching, Nature Walks, Interpretive Programs   Details Provided By: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park