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New River Gorge named best family trip in US

Outside magazine names nation’s newest national park the best trip for families in 2023


The New River Gorge -- the nation’s newest national park -- has been named the top family vacation spot in the U.S. by Outside magazine.   Photo by Steve Wrzeszczynski on Unsplash

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The nation’s newest national park has been named the best place for families to vacation by Outside magazine.

The New River Gorge, located in Fayette County, has been named Best Family Trip in the U.S. by the national travel magazine. Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby and West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced the publication's decision at a news conference on Wednesday.

“We were thrilled to hear of this news,” said Ruby. “When folks are planning their vacations, they look to publications like Outside to help them decide where to go.”

Each year, Outside selects a new destination and a runner-up for numerous travel categories. This year, West Virginia earned the top award in the magazine’s...


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Michael Ramsburg is a West Virginia-based writer and journalist. He can be reached by email at michael@ramsburgreports.com or via text at (304) 370-3067. Twitter: @ramsburgreports

New River Gorge named best family trip in US