Welcome to Wonderful West Virginia, the state’s premier showpiece magazine published monthly by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. Wonderful West Virginia showcases “the best of West Virginia” with breathtaking photographs and intriguing articles about nature, state history, recreation, art, and interesting people. Readers who enjoy our publication include nature lovers, outdoor recreationists, hunters and anglers, West Virginia history and natural history buffs, travel enthusiasts, admirers of arts and crafts, and many others.
Available by subscription and at newsstands around the state. Print subscriptions are one year for $20 or two years for $36. Digital subscriptions are one year for $12 or two years for $24. Print + Digital subscriptions are one year for $26 or two years for $50. Gift subscriptions are also available. Click below or call 1.855.558.9152 to subscribe.
Wonderful West Virginia Reader Photo Submissions
Do you have beautiful photos of West Virginia’s wildlife or scenery that you’d like to share with us? Submit your photos using the submission form and your images could be featured on our social media channels or in the magazine.
Most Recent Stories from the Blog
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Giving It Time
West Virginia’s newest wildlife management area offers outdoor recreation and wildlife viewing.
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Restoring an Appalachian Icon
100 years after the greatest ecological tragedy to sweep North America’s forests, the American chestnut tree is on its way back from extinction thanks to research and recreation in West Virginia.
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Riding the Rapids
The thrill and legacy of whitewater rafting in West Virginia.
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A Wild & Wonderful Birthday
Celebrate West Virginia’s 162nd birthday in true Mountaineer fashion with adventures all across the state.
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Wonderful West Virginia’s Seventh Annual Photography Issue Submission Form
Calling all shutterbugs!We need your photos of native West Virginia wildlife. WONDERFUL WEST VIRGINIA’s seventh annual photography issue, coming in September, will feature a special reader submission gallery. If your work is selected, you’ll receive a complimentary copy of the magazine and a free year’s subscription. Deadline for submissions isContinue Reading
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A Dream Fulfilled
The Forks of Coal State Natural Area is home to the Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center, built on a dream for all West Virginians.
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Meet West Virginia’s Newest State Park
Summersville Lake State Park means more fun to come in Nicholas County.
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