This scenic river preserves relatively unspoiled land in southern West Virginia and contains natural and historic features of the Appalachian plateau.
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.
A rugged, white water river, flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on the continent.
Citizens in the Potomac Heritage Trail corridor are rediscovering history and reclaiming access to rivers and other outdoor places.
Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1990 to protect, conserve, and restore habitat for wildlife native to the river's floodplain.
The Canaan Valley, with an altitude of 3, 200 feet, is 14 miles long and 3 miles wide, and the highest valley of its size east of the Rocky Mountains.
Meeks Cabin Dam, Lyman Project, located in Uinta County, about 2 miles north of the Utah-Wyoming State line and 22 miles southwest of Fort Bridger, is a rolled earth and rockfill structure 185 feet above streambed with a crest 3, 162 feet long.
Winfield Lock and dam is one of the essential navigation projects on the Kanawha River, used primarily for the shipment of coal and chemicals for the large industrial complex of Charleston.
Recreation opportunities at the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam include boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing.
Provides a navigable pool extending 34 miles up the Ohio River to Belleville Locks and Dam. This area is along the Lewis and Clark route.
Sutton Lake is a beautiful lake, winding 14 miles along the Elk River, with many coves along its 45 miles of shoreline. The lake attracts fishing and boating enthusiasts.
Provides a pool that winds through the beautiful West Virginia mountains to Fairmont where the West Fork and Tygart Rivers join to form the Monogahela.
Provides a 30-mile pool on the Ohio River ideal for industry and recreation. This area is along the Lewis and Clark route.
Located in the picturesque West Virginia countryside, Tygart Lake's blue waters and irregular shoreline contrast with the surrounding steep mountain terrain.
Situated in the scenic, rugged hills of the Maryland/West Virginia border.
Beech Fork Lake is a 720 acre lake in the hills of West Virginia with fishing, swimming and boating opportunities. Camping is available at nearby Beech Fork State Park.
Bluestone Dam spans the New River, forming Bluestone Lake, the third largest lake in West Virginia. With a 2, 040 acre surface area, the lake provides boaters, water skiers, and fishermen with great recreational opportunities.
Although the primary purpose of the dam is flood control, Burnsville Lake offers many recreational opportunities such as hunting, fishing, picnicking, hiking, camping, and much more.
East Lynn Lake was constructed primarily for flood control, water quality, fish management, and recreation. There are a total of 24, 821 acres of project lands and waters at East Lynn.
Beautiful lake in rugged terrain with visitor center overlooking the lake and many recreational opportunities.
Summersville Lake is located near the town of Summersville in Nicholas County, West Virginia. With nearly 2, 800 acres and 60 miles of shoreline, it is West Virginia's largest lake.
Stonewall Jackson Lake provides an ideal setting for your pleasure and relaxation. Boating, fishing, hunting, camping and hiking are just a few of the many recreational opportunities that are available at the project.
Recreation ranges from self reliant treks in the wildernesses and backcountry areas to the challenges of mountain climbing to traditional developed site camping. There are 23 campgrounds, 17 picnic areas, and 500 plus miles of hiking trails.