West Virginia

The Mountain State

With more than a million acres that have been set aside in 37 state parks and recreation areas and in 9 state forests and 2 national forests there is more opportunity here in West Virginia for outdoor activities than you will ever need. The state also has plenty of Civil War reenactments, Appalachian music, craft festivals and rich historical experiences for you to experience. Cycling, snow activities, hunting, fishing, white water rafting, golf, horseback riding and rock climbing are just a few more of the many things you can participate in while living in West Virginia.

Today West Virginia ranks second in total coal production, about 15% of the U.S. total. The state is a leader in steel, glass, aluminum and chemical manufacturing and the agricultural commodities are poultry and eggs, dairy products and apples.

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Quick Facts

Population: 1,818,470 as of 2006
Land Area: 24,077 sq mi. (62,359 sq km)
Per Capita Personal Income: $29,537 as of 2007
Capital: Charleston

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That West Virginia is one of the states which attempted to lay claim to the Switzerland of America? It is more usually known as the Mountain State but the shape of the state also gave West Virginia nickname The Panhandle State.

That West Virginia is considered the southern most northern state and the northern most southern state?

That the world's largest sycamore tree is located on the Back Fork of the Elk River in Webster Springs?

That the New River Gorge Bridge near Fayetteville is the second highest steel arch bridge in the United States? The bridge is also the longest steel arch bridge (1,700 feet) in the world.

That Nearly 75% of West Virginia is covered by forests?

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