West Virginia RV Rentals from GetRV.com can be an exciting and rewarding way to explore this state with friends and family.
West Virginia is known as the outdoor recreation capital in the East, and that’s no lie. You can experience the utmost in outdoor activities in the Mountain State’s world-famous whitewater rivers, challenging mountain bike terrain, fantastic hiking system, skiing, hunting, fishing, you name it.
Get ready to test your skills in some of the most outrageous whitewater rafting in the East. Starting with The Upper Gauley, this world-class whitewater drops 700 feet in 28 miles of rugged, unspoiled canyon. The journey ranges from a class III to class V+ through steep, turbulent chutes and rocky routes that requires experience and skill. The Lower Gauley is a 12-mile stretch that feels like a watery rollercoaster and used as a warm-up for the Upper Gauley. The Cheat is a free-flowing watershed whose river levels fluctuate but always produces a great ride for any time of year. For families with younger children or for those looking for a calmer ride, the Cheat Narrows offers a 10-mile stretch of great rapids ranking from class I-III. There you’ll enjoy crystal clear waters with many swimming holes. The Potomac River is great for canoeing. Canoe along the Trough area of the Potomac and take in its incredible scenery. Also keep an eye out for the American Bald Eagle as they are frequently sighted in this area. There are many beautiful and hospitality friendly RV Parks and campgrounds available in all the must see areas.
In the winter months, ski double black-diamond slopes to gently pitched bunny slopes at any of this state’s fantastic ski locations. Snowshoe, Canaan Valley, Timberline, and Winterplace offer loads of winter fun for everyone at every level, whether it’s alpine skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing, or cross-country skiing. Night skiing is also available. Enjoy over 200,000 acres of state parks, forests, and wildlife.
History buffs will take pleasure in visiting many of the historical sites along the Civil War Discovery Trail of West Virginia. For example Droop Mountain Battlefield, in Hillsboro, is the site of one of West Virginia’s largest and last important Civil War battles. Visit the Philippi Covered Bridge, which witnessed the first battle of the Civil War in 1861 and served as a barracks. In Lewisburg visit the Confederate cemetery and the library used as a hospital, still retaining Confederate graffiti on the walls, a church with cannon ball holes, and a church that served as a Confederate morgue.
Then enjoy the many galleries, boutiques, and shops that feature West Virginia’s handmade crafts such as glass-blown items of all dimensions, handmade quilts from Cabin Creek Quilts in Charleston, and so much more. And don’t forget to wine and dine at some of West Virginia’s well-known establishments. While considering an RV Rental to explore West Virginia, give GetRV.com an opportunity to meet your RV Rental needs. Shop, compare, reserve, pay and confirm all at one time.
