Berkeley Springs
Native Americans knew of the famous health mecca long before European settlers discovered the warm water of Berkeley Springs. Perhaps the most notable and influential advocate of its curative powers was George Washington, who visited the springs regularly. Several early colonial dignitaries purchased property near the spring, prompting the General Assembly of Virginia to form the town of Bath in 1776.

Blennerhassett Island
The splendor of America's frontier is reflected in the tranquil beauty of timeless Blennerhassett Island. Visitors are intrigued by its turbulent past and the tale of wealth, treason and imprisonment of its owner, Harman Blennerhassett. Departing from Point Park in downtown Parkersburg, Sternwheelers take passengers to the island for guided mansion tours, craft demonstrations, special events and battle reenactments.

Carnifex Ferry Battlefield
Confederate troops, forced from their position on the Henry Patterson farm overlooking Carnifex Ferry, failed to regain control of the Kanawha Valley. As a result of this defeat, the movement for West Virginia statehood proceeded without serious threat. The Patterson House has been restored as an interpretive museum containing Civil War relics from the area. An annual battle reenactment is held in the fall.

Chief Logan State Park
In the heart of West Virginia's southern coalfields, Chief Logan State Park lies four miles north of the town of Logan. The park and the town share the name of the Chief of the Cayuga Tribe, also known as the Mingo. An old Kanawha 2,700 class steam locomotive near the park restaurant reminds visitors of the importance of the bygone era of coal in southern West Virginia. The Liz Spurlock Amphitheater is home to a variety of summer shows, including the popular "The Aracoma Story."

Droop Mountain Battlefield
The site of West Virginia's last significant Civil War Battle, the battle at Droop Mountain ended Confederate efforts to control the new state. A peaceful park with a panoramic view now marks the spot where Union forces under General William W. Averell defeated the Confederate army under General John Echols on November 6, 1863.

Point Pleasant
Here at the confluence of the Kanawha and Ohio Rivers, the bloody, day-long Battle of Point Pleasant was fought. Colonel Andrew Lewis and 1,100 Virginia militiamen defeated a like number of Native Americans led by the Shawnee chieftain, Cornstalk. Some historians believe the American Revolution began here. A park museum is operated by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Prickett's Fort
This rustic log fort is a re-creation of the original Prickett's Fort of 1774 which served as a refuge from Native American war parties for up to 80 families on the western frontier of Colonial Virginia. The living history site interprets late 18th century lifestyle through period attire and the demonstration of a variety of colonial crafts. An amphitheater for the performing arts schedules entertainment throughout the summer.