West Virginia—a place that rightfully earns the nickname 'Wild and Wonderful' and a destination that most overlook on the map. With its small population and quaint way of living, it is a place that rarely tops the list of people’s dream vacation spots. Though, maybe it should. With mountains and rivers that stretch for miles, lakes you can get lost in, views to die for, and small towns filled with history and charm—W.Va. is a hidden gem. Here’s a list of 20 'Almost Heaven' places the Mountain Mamma has to offer.

1. Endless Wall Trail – Fayetteville, W.Va.

2. Long Point Trail – Fayetteville, W.Va.

3. Upper Gauley’s “Big 5” Rapids – Gauley River, W.Va.

4. Hatfield-McCoy Trail System – W.Va.

5. Harpers Ferry National Historic Park – Harpers Ferry, WV .Va.

6. Summersville Lake – Summersville, W.Va.

7. Seneca Rocks Swimming Hole – Pendleton County, W.Va.

8. Raven Rock Trail – Morgantown, W.Va.

9. Shupe’s Chute – Holly River State Park, W.Va.

10. Grand Vue Park – Marshall County, W.Va.

11. Blackwater Falls – Davis, W.Va.

12. North Fork Mountain Trails to Chimney Top – Cabins, W.Va.

13. Brushcreek Falls – Athens, W.Va.

14. Lindy Run Trail – Davis, W.Va.

15. Audra State Park – Buckhannon, W.Va.

16. Cheat Lake – Monongalia County, W.Va.

17. ACE Adventure Resort – Oak Hill, W.Va.

18. Dolly Sods Wilderness – Monongahela National Forest, W.Va.

19. Glade Creek – Raleigh County, W.Va.

20. Peters Creek Falls – Nicholas County, W.Va.

If you would like more information about West Virginia tourism, events, and travel, visit https://wvtourism.com/.