13 Things Every True West Virginian Does At Least Once Before They Die

West Virginia has so much beauty and wonder that it's hard to contain it all in one list, but here are a few quintessential activities that you should try in West Virginia before you die.

1. Visit a waterfall.

Elakala Falls is especially stunning.

2. Go to a Mountaineers Game.

We love our football.

3. Attend the State Fair.

This annual event takes place near Lewisburg.

4. Eat buckwheat cakes.

The annual buckwheat festival in Preston County is a great place to start!

5. Go on a scenic train ride.

We have plenty of options all around the state.

6. Go whitewater rafting.

It's an adventure, but worth trying at least once!

7. Hike to see the leaves changing colors.

We have some of the most beautiful autumn months in the world.

8. Go to a ramp supper.

We like our foods wild and wonderful just like our state.

9. Visit a state park.

Babcock state park is one of the most iconic.

10. Tour a cave.

Seneca Caverns is especially beautiful.

11. Cool off in a swimming hole.

This waterfall swimming hole is on Seneca creek.

12. Go on a ghost tour.

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston is said to be incredibly haunted.

13. Spend the night stargazing.

We have some of the darkest skies in the country.

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