Snowshoe

Tucked into the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia, Snowshoe is a resort community whose character is shaped by its high-elevation setting on Cheat Mountain. Snowshoe Mountain Resort centres on skiing and snowboarding in winter, while mountain biking, hiking and lake activities take over in warmer months. The community lies in the Monongahela National Forest region, where hardwood woodland and high-country ridges contrast with West Virginia’s river valleys. Nearby Cass Scenic Railroad State Park recalls the area’s logging-era rail heritage through historic train journeys. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of West Virginia’s Allegheny Mountains.

Among the states of the United States, West Virginia stands out for its deeply folded Appalachian terrain and enduring mountain identity. The Allegheny Mountains, forested ridges, and narrow river valleys shape much of the state, while the New River cuts through the dramatic gorge protected by New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Coal mining has long influenced local communities and the state’s industrial heritage. West Virginia became a separate state during the Civil War in 1863. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of West Virginia.

The Atlantic, Pacific and Gulf coasts define much of the United States — their ports, fisheries and trade routes have long tied the country’s economy to the wider world. Between them, the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Mississippi River basin form sharply different regions, from high western ranges to broad agricultural heartlands. Cities carry much of the national story: New York’s Statue of Liberty, a gift from France dedicated in 1886, remains an enduring symbol, while Washington, DC concentrates major federal institutions. Indigenous nations have shaped these lands for millennia, and their living cultures remain essential to the country’s identity. Find related webcams in the surrounding areas to build a fuller picture of the United States.