What are some important locations on a map of West Virginia?

Some important locations on a map of West Virginia include Charleston, Morgantown, Wheeling, Marshall County and the Ohio River. A map of West Virginia may also include toll roads and major U.S. highways, such as Highway 60.

One important location often shown on maps of West Virginia is its capital and largest city as of 2015, Charleston. Charleston is located in the western portion of the state, near the Elk and Kanawha Rivers. It became the capital in 1877.

Another important location is the city of Wheeling. It is located along the Ohio River in the northern part of the state. Wheeling had a strong industrial economy and was known as the "gateway of the west" and the "nail capital of the world."