Group & International Travel

With its wide open spaces and sweet southern charm, West Virginia eagerly embraces groups coming from near and far. As you pass through, discover the unique culture, breathtaking scenic views, inspiring country roads and so much more awaiting you here in Almost Heaven.

The Perfect Stop on Your Southern Road Trip

West Virginia is centrally located between the Mid-Atlantic and the Southeast United States. Located within a day’s drive of more than 75% of the U.S. population, venturing into Almost Heaven is made easy. Additionally, with six commercial airports — some offering direct flights to major international hubs daily — your West Virginia adventure is closer than you may think.

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Use these trip guides to plan your group’s journey through Almost Heaven

Whether you’re familiar with our mountains or a first-time traveler to these parts, you can use these guides to dig in to the details of where to go, what to see and how to get to each of West Virginia’s nine travel regions—planning your group’s trip through Almost Heaven has never been easier.


Get to Know Almost Heaven, West Virginia

Want to get more acquainted with the Mountain State before your trip? Here are a few facts about Almost Heaven, West Virginia.

West Virginia is the only state located completely within the Appalachian Mountain Range, which earned it the nickname “Mountain State.”

West Virginia is the third most forested state, with 75% of its land covered in lush forests.

West Virginia is comparable in size to both Latvia and Lithuania, at just 62,755 square kilometers.

West Virginia is the only state born from the Civil War. It was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863, under a proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln. West Virginia is also the only state to be admitted under a presidential proclamation.

West Virginia is home to America’s newest national park, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, making it the 63rd in the country. The New River runs through Appalachia’s own little version of the Grand Canyon, at 900 feet deep, with renowned rock climbing at the top, world-class whitewater rafting at the bottom and miles of lush trails to be explored.

The New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville is the longest steel arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere. It spans a length of 1,700 feet. Every October on Bridge Day, individuals parachute, BASE jump and zip line 876 feet off the bridge and into the New River waiting below.

Standing tall at 292 feet, the State Capitol dome is higher than the dome of the nation’s capital building and is gilded in gold and copper.


Fly into Almost Heaven

Getting to West Virginia is easier than ever, with 6 international and regional airports serving as gateways into Almost Heaven. Plan your trip with ease, by exploring these air travel options.

West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW)

West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) in Charleston offers nonstop flights to Atlanta, Charleston (SC), Charlotte, Chicago, Orlando and Washington, DC through American Airlines, United, Delta and Breeze.

North Central West Virginia Airport (CKB)

The North Central West Virginia Airport (CKB) in Clarksburg currently offers service to Orlando/Sanford, FL and Myrtle Beach, SC through Allegiant. More recently, Allegiant has announced two new non-stop flights to Destin, FL, Sanford, FL, Tampa/St. Pete., FL and Myrtle Beach, SC. With its new airline partner, Contour Airlines, North Central West Virginia Airport also offers round-trip flights to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB)

The Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB) in Lewisburg offers non-stop daily service to Charlotte (CLT) through American Airlines as well as non-stop service to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Washington Dulles (IAD) through United Express operated by Skywest Airlines.

Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW)

Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW) in Morgantown offers daily flights to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) in Pennsylvania operated by Southern Airways Express.

Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB)

The Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB) in Parkersburg currently services flights to Douglas International (CLT) Charlotte, NC and Tampa International Airport (TPA) Tampa, FL.

Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS)

Huntington Tri-State Airport (HTS) provides non-stop service to Orlando (SFB), Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg (PIE), Fort Myers/Punta Gorda (PGD) and Myrtle Beach (MYR) through Allegiant. Nonstop flights to Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, NC are operated by American Airlines.


Explore West Virginia’s Nine Travel Regions


Travel Regions

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Here in Almost Heaven, each travel region a distinct identity worth exploring. Indulge in the Eastern Panhandle’s warm springs that George Washington once enjoyed, said to have a variety of health benefits; climb rugged, steep mountains peaking at over 4,000 feet in the Potomac Highlands, including the state’s highest peak at 4,863 feet; and explore mountain towns that are so tucked away, the cultures of their early settlers still remain, like the Swiss town of Helvetia. From gentle rolling farmland to deep gorges and canyons, the unique experiences in each region are all connected by scenic drives on our winding, country roads.


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