West Virginia

West Virginia, nestled in the Appalachian region of the United States, captivates with its diverse landscapes, from rolling hills to rugged mountains. This webpage centers on free camping opportunities within the Mongonghella and George Washington National Forests, inviting adventurers to embrace the state’s natural wonders. With a focus on hiking, biking, kayaking, and more, West Virginia offers a spectrum of outdoor activities. The majestic forests and pristine waterways of the national forests provide an idyllic backdrop for camping and exploration. From traversing scenic trails to embarking on cycling escapades, the state caters to various interests. West Virginia’s tranquil lakes and rivers beckon kayakers and water enthusiasts, ensuring unforgettable experiences. Amidst the Appalachian splendor, West Virginia stands as an outdoor haven where nature’s beauty and recreational pursuits harmonize to offer an enriching and memorable adventure.

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Camping at Table Rock / Canaan Heights – November 10, 2021

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Packing up and leaving early after a night at Canaan Heights - Table Rock in West Virginia when I was having problems with a bad wheel bearing in my truck. I wish I could have spent more time in West Virginia -- I'm almost tempted to go back down there this autumn again. November camping was cold, but it might be worth it, just to set up camp at Canaan Heights and spend some time there again.

Ride to Virginia/West Virginia (with Bowden Cave, Elkins WV & Oakland MD)

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Our best Day Odyssey Series vid to date! Not to be missed! Features classic vid scenes! Plenty of fall color too! Shouldn't build it up too much, though, in case my next one's better!

Watch this piecemeal, or all at once! Either way, it'll be well worth it!

We use our 1986 route from Baltimore to West Virginia, the one used on our first ride to Cass ever! We won't see Cass in this vid, but plenty of other RR spots to be had!

We begin on I-95 and head south to the DC area before picking up route 66 (NOT the classic one!) to Strasburg VA where we gain VA 55. Had a little trouble getting the camera to focus early on, but stick with the vid-it gets better!

VA/WV 55 is a fantastic mountain route! I edited in scenes from my 1986 vid (sorry for the somewhat obtrusive background music-no YT back then!) to show how things were then-and to show my first impressions of this route! Also one can see the differences in home video-then and now!

We'll pass through quaint towns along the way like Wardensville, Moorefield and Petersburg. We'll also check out points of interest like Champe Rocks, Seneca Rocks (affected by the gov't shutdown!), Harper's Country Store, Bowden Cave, and Elkins.

I've been through many of these small mountain towns.

50th Anniversary of the Silver Bridge Collapse

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This documentary, "Silver Lining: The Catastrophe that Lead to the Creation of the National Bridge Inspection Standards," was created to honor the 46 lives lost and acknowledge the program that has saved thousands of lives across the nation.

Scenic Corridor H

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Corridor H is a new divided highway that runs along the northern tier of West Virginia from Davis, WV to Moorefield, WV. Eventually it may be upgraded to the superhighway, but for now it's a two lane divided highway with some at-grade intersections. While much of the highway passes coal mining areas, it also has some very scenic sections.