Take These 8 Country Roads In West Virginia For An Unforgettable Scenic Drive

West Virginia scenic drives -- is anything more inspiring? Our state is brimming with scenic natural vistas, back roads, and endless views just waiting to be discovered. Feel like taking a nice Sunday to drive? Or perhaps you want to take the scenic route on your next road trip? Either way, West Virginia has some great roads and highways with scenic views. Here are a few you should check out. Prepare to be absolutely amazed!

1. U.S. Route 33

U.S. 33 extends nearly 250 miles from Ravenswood to the state line on Shenandoah Mountain. Seneca Rocks is among the beautiful views you'll discover along the way. Learn more about why Seneca Rocks in West Virginia is considered one of the state's most stunning natural wonders. And then watch this brief yet stunning drone footage for a fascinating perspective of the rocks:

2. Washington Heritage Trail

Washington Heritage Trail is a 136-mile National Scenic Byway through the easternmost counties in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle. It goes through Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties.

3. Historic National Road

This 620-mile road was the gate west for a lot of early settlers. National Road goes from Cumberland, Maryland to Vandalia, Illinois and crosses through Wheeling on its way. Learn more about the impressive and fascinating history of the Historic National Road.

4. Highland Scenic Highway

The Highland Scenic Highway (W.Va. 150) is a north-south highway in the Monongahela National Forest. It has great overlooks of Cranberry Glades and the Cranberry Wilderness and Black Mountain. The highway also offers access to recreational areas along the Williams River.

5. Appalachian Waters Scenic Byway

Also known as Route 39, Appalachian Waters Scenic Byway travels through Greenbrier, Nicholas, and Pocahontas counties and through two more counties in Virginia. Attractions include Cranberry Glades Botanical Area and the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Learn more about why the Appalachian Waters Scenic Byway might just be the most underrated scenic drive in West Virginia.

6. Midland Trail

Midland Trail/U.S. 60 extends 180 miles from border to border and goes through 41 towns and communities. It goes through Wayne, Cabell, Putnam, Kanawha, Fayette, and Greenbrier counties. Learn more about what awaits you on the scenic Midland Trail in West Virginia.

7. Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike National Scenic Byway

This byway goes through Parkersburg to Linn, then follows Route 33 east through Weston and Buckhannon to Elkins, then south through Beverly and Huttonsville to Staunton, Virginia.

8. Mountain Parkway Byway

This scenic byway is located in northern Webster County and goes from Cleveland to Hackervalley. It runs the Right Fork Little Kanawha River, Jerry Run, and the Left and Laurel Forks of Holly River. Learn more about the beautiful Mountain Parkway Byway in West Virginia.

How many of these scenic drives in West Virginia have you driven? Which were your favorites and what would you add to this list? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And don't forget to check out our ultimate road trip packing list before heading out on your adventure.