Discover 6 Of West Virginia’s Most Iconic Views On This Epic 4-Hour Road Trip

Who's up for a road trip? I am, especially if said road trip hits up some of the most iconic views in one of my favorite states: Wild, Wonderful, Almost Heaven West Virginia. Grab a map (this one's my favorite and has stood me in good stead whenever my cell service gets spotty) and let's go!

1. Grandview National Park

West Virginia is full of grand views, so it should tell you something that THIS view earned the name Grandview. Plus, it's a great introduction to the New River Gorge region. Other than the view, the most famous thing about this spot is its towering rhododendron bushes that burst into full bloom in late May and early June.

2. Sandstone Falls

This waterfall spans the entire New River, and even though it requires a bit of a drive to reach, it's well worth the added minutes, as it represents one of the most famous waterfalls in West Virginia (Blackwater Falls being the other, but too far a drive for the purposes of this road trip!).

3. Glade Creek Gristmill

Glade Creek Gristmill is one of the most photographed scenes in West Virginia. You'll spot it on calendars, desktop backgrounds, and more. And in truth, when my family and I visited Glade Creek Gristmill in Babcock State Park, we found it even more beautiful than the pictures.

4. New River Gorge Bridge

The view of the New River Gorge Bridge from the Canyon Rim Visitors Center Overlook is a must, in terms of most iconic West Virginia views. The New River Gorge is perhaps West Virginia's defining feature, and the bridge that spans it is as recognizable as it gets (it even shows up on our state quarter).

5. Summersville Lake

As West Virginia's largest lake and the Little Bahamas of the East, Summersville Lake is a sight to behold. It's also the home of West Virginia's newest state park, and it's filled with opportunities for boating, rock climbing, beach sitting, hiking, and more.

6. The Greenbrier

If the New River Gorge is West Virginia's defining natural wonder and the New River Gorge Bridge the defining structure, then the Greenbrier Resort is perhaps its defining building. And hidden within this massive campus is all sorts of interesting things to discover: a secret underground bunker. A year round Christmas shop. The chandelier from Gone With The Wind. The list could go on!

Have you seen all of these iconic West Virginia views? Which one is your favorite?

West Virginia is SUCH a beautiful state, with so many iconic views. If these famous scenes have you feeling all the feels for this wild, wonderful Mountain State, consider proudly wearing your roots with a West Virginia themed t-shirt!