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New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
Nat'l Recreation Area
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New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

West Virginia

A rugged, whitewater river flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on…

Ohio River - Belleville Pools
Nat'l Recreation Area
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Ohio River - Belleville Pools

West Virginia

Provides a navigational pool 41.5 mi upstream to Willow Island Locks & Dam, and is an integral link in the Ohi…

Ohio River - Hannibal Pool
recreation area
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Ohio River - Hannibal Pool

West Virginia

This modern structure replaces three old wicket-type dams which served river traffic for over 70 years. Severa…

Ohio River - New Cumberland Pool
recreation area
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Ohio River - New Cumberland Pool

West Virginia

A modern structure with a 1,200- by 110-ft main chamber enables large tows to make quick passage through the l…

Ohio River - Pike Island Pool
Nat'l Recreation Area
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Ohio River - Pike Island Pool

West Virginia

Provides a 30-mile pool on the Ohio River ideal for industry and recreation

Ohio River - Racine Pool
recreation area
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Ohio River - Racine Pool

West Virginia

Provides a navigable pool extending 34 miles up the Ohio River to Belleville Locks and Dam. Take I-77 to Riple…

Ohio River - Robert. C. Byrd Pool
recreation area
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Ohio River - Robert. C. Byrd Pool

West Virginia

Visitor center has viewing area overlooking lock chamber. Visitors can view boats locking through and see exh…

Ohio River - Willow Island Pool
recreation area
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Ohio River - Willow Island Pool

West Virginia

This facility replaced three obsolete locks & dams and provides a navigable pool 35.3 river miles to Hannibal …

Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge
wildlife refuge
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Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge

West Virginia

The Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1990 to protect, conserve, and restore habi…

R.D. Bailey Lake
recreation area
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R.D. Bailey Lake

West Virginia

Beautiful lake in rugged terrain with visitor center overlooking the lake and many recreational opportunities.

Rivers Of Steel National Heritage Area
recreation area
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Rivers Of Steel National Heritage Area

West Virginia

Situated in southwestern Pennsylvania, the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area reveals how one region, in a…

Shenango River Lake
recreation area
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Shenango River Lake

West Virginia

Situated within the suburban Shenango Valley, Shenango River Lake provides an attractive setting for your enjo…

Stonewall Jackson Lake
Nat'l Recreation Area
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Stonewall Jackson Lake

West Virginia

Named for Thomas Jonathan ?Stonewall? Jackson, a famous general in the Confederate Army during the Civil War, …

Summersville Lake
Nat'l Recreation Area
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Summersville Lake

West Virginia

Noted for its spectacular cliffs and white water on the Gauley River. Near Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Pa…

Sutton Lake
recreation area
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Sutton Lake

West Virginia

With 40 mi of shoreline, this lake attracts fishing and boating enthusiasts. Located in the wooded hills of ce…

Tygart Lake
Nat'l Recreation Area
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Tygart Lake

West Virginia

Authorized by the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1935, Tygart Dam was the first of 16 flood control projects in the…

Wheeling National Heritage Area
recreation area
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Wheeling National Heritage Area

West Virginia

The Wheeling National Heritage Area celebrates the city’s dramatic setting along the Ohio River, providing exp…

Youghiogheny River Lake
recreation area
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Youghiogheny River Lake

West Virginia

In the heart of the Laurel Highlands and spanning the Mason-Dixon line between Pennsylvania and Maryland lays …