Frozen Laurel CreekFrozen Laurel Creek, New River Gorge, WV

Many tourists only venture to West Virginia for vacation in the summer. There is good reason to come in the heat and enjoy the state's many natural water sources. However, many of us year-round dwellers can attest to the fact that WV is stunning in the winter. When the leaves drop there is incredible visibility in the New River Gorge, providing many photography opportunities. The freezing temps also create magical ice formations all around that you can only see to believe.