coal towns

Historic railroad station in War that once supported the region’s coal industry.
This old railroad station in War once played an important role in transporting coal through the mountains of southern West Virginia.
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Driving West Virginia’s Coal Heritage Trail: Through the Heart of Appalachia

The Coal Heritage Trail in southern West Virginia offers far more than a scenic mountain drive. From abandoned coal towns and Appalachian hollers to active mines, ghost towns, and winding mountain roads, this journey through the heart of Appalachia reveals a side of America many travelers never see.

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May 23, 2026