Beth Copenhaver
Beth Copenhaver is a Virginia-based writer who has lived in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains for nearly a decade. For Only In Your State, she covers hiking trails, locally-owned restaurants, and under-the-radar destinations across Virginia — places that rarely make it onto major tourism maps but absolutely should. A devotee of last-minute day trips and mountain views, Beth approaches Virginia with the firsthand, unhurried curiosity of someone who has spent years exploring it one back road at a time.
The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in Virginia
If you love getting outside, you'll be in excellent company in any of these adventure-filled small towns.
Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Pickett CCC Memorial State Park
This quiet town on the Cumberland Plateau is the very definition of Appalachian charm.
This Campground Near Cuyahoga Valley National Park Is Perfect for an Ohio Escape
This secluded campground near Cuyahoga Valley National Park is one of Ohio’s best kept secrets. Here’s what to expect and how to visit.
Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Hungry Mother State Park
With a walkable main street, beautiful architecture, and plenty of Appalachian charm, Marion is the perfect home base for all your state park adventures.
One of South Carolina’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar
Learn all about one of the quirkiest towns in South Carolina, filled with unique attractions and small-town charm. A hidden gem worth exploring.
