Available for two nights only, October 10-11, 2025, take a step back in time and experience the enchantment of Blennerhassett Island and its magnificent mansion much as Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett did over 200 years ago. Illuminated by hundreds of candles and lanterns, the island is transformed into an 18th-century party, featuring docents in period […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Hike the Monongaseneka Trail to the Overlook on this 5 mile round trip. Meet the park naturalist at the Monongaseneka trail head just above cabin #2 along Island Lick. This historic CCC built trail climbs 2.5 miles to a mountain […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Meet the Naturalist at the entrance of the Access Trail at the back of the gravel Rail Trail parking lot. We will take a hike on the North Bend Rail Trail and experience the beauty of fall at North Bend […]
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey of upscale Appalachian fare. Schedule Social starts at 6 p.m., with the eight-course dinner and entertainment following immediately thereafter. Menu Note: We cannot accommodate dietary requests or substitutions at this […]
Come join North Bend’s 5k. Run or walk at your own pace and enjoy the beautiful scenery! The run begins at 8:30 a.m., a 20% discount will be applied to lodge rooms the night before for runners interested in staying overnight. The registration fee includes a t-shirt! Click here to register for the race. For […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist for an easy half-mile walk along the Beartown State Park boardwalk. Beartown is known for its unusual rocky formations, massive boulders, overhanging cliffs and deep crevices.
Join for a naturalist guided hike along the Davis Creek Trail, part of the Mountaineer Mile Trail program. This two mile easy hike is great for families to enjoy the fall colors. Meet at the entrance to Kanawha State Forest at the gravel parking lot next to the first fishing pier. All participants will receive […]
Join the seasonal naturalist at the nature center for this 3-mile out-and-back hike along the top of the Blackwater River Canyon on Pase Point. Well-behaved and leashed pets are welcome to attend this activity with their owner. Complete the entire trail with the naturalist to earn your WonderFall hiking patch. This hike will take around […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist for a half-mile hike along the Overlook Trail. The trail follows a series of rock cliffs. Observe several small caves, an old bear den, Civil War trenches and a scenic overlook of Briery Knob. Please wear […]
Join the park Naturalist on a hike to Giant Pine Trail with other hikers and their furry friends on October 11th at 1 p.m. To register for the hike, contact sarah.e.clark@wv.gov or call (304) 643-2931; ext. 314.
West Virginia State Parks, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is pleased to announce the 2025 Farm to Table Dinner Series! The individual talents of our state park chefs come alive as they create an unforgettable culinary experience by crafting a sumptuous dinner with locally sourced products. Each dinner in the series […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist on the Falls Trail. This is a 1.25 mile intermediate trail with steep slopes, significant grates and narrow tread. Sturdy boots recommended. Meeting location: Falls Trail Parking Lot
Come out to Pipestem Resort State Park and be part of the first ever “Rocket Fest at Pipestem.” Special guests at the park will include October Sky Rocket Boy, New York Times bestselling author Homer Hickam and fellow McDowell County Rocket Boy Roy Lee Cooke. The day will start at 6 a.m. with WTNJ 105.9 […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey of upscale Appalachian fare. Schedule Social starts at 6 p.m., with the eight-course dinner and entertainment following immediately thereafter. Menu Note: We cannot accommodate dietary requests or substitutions at this […]
Join the park naturalist’s for a 2 mile hike along Cacapon Mountain fire road. Park at the Cacapon Mountain Overlook area and along the road for additional parking. A group photo will be taken at Cacapon Mountain Overlook, the highest peak in the eastern panhandle, near 2100 ft elevation. This is also the location of […]
WonderFall Hike: Country Roads - Meet the Naturalist at Park Headquarters for a walk along the road and into the woods. We will look for evidence of Pipestem's pre-park history. Pictures and stories will be shared while we enjoy the beauty of the fall foliage around us. We will also learn about plants we encounter […]
Tygart Lake State Park is excited to welcome back the crew of Murder and Merriment as they present the mystery of ‘The NewlyDEAD Game’! Join host Bill Eubanks in a dangerous game that pits newly married couples against one another in a series of revealing question rounds to determine how much they really know about […]
2025 West Virginia State Park Run Tour: 22k Run, 4 State Parks, 4 Dates West Virginia State Parks is excited to announce its inaugural State Park Run Tour! Run one or all four. Run #3 (7k) will take place at beautiful Kanawha State Forest. Run or walk at your own pace. This is a great […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey of upscale Appalachian fare. Schedule Social starts at 6 p.m., with the eight-course dinner and entertainment following immediately thereafter. Menu Note: We cannot accommodate dietary requests or substitutions at this […]
2025 West Virginia State Park Run Tour: 22k Run, 4 State Parks, 4 Dates West Virginia State Parks is excited to announce its inaugural State Park Run Tour! Run one or all four. Run #4 (5k) will take place at beautiful Pipestem Resort State Park. Run or walk at your own pace. This is a […]
October 25, 2025-Trick or Treat at the Campgrounds- Come enjoy an early Halloween at North Bend State Park! Reserve a campsite at either River Run or Cokeley campgrounds, decorate your spot for Halloween and hand out treats! Kids can trick or treat around the campground and participate in a costume contest! Spots fill up quickly […]
This hike is for the dogs! Bring your canine companions out to Tygart Lake State Park for a pet friendly hike led by the park naturalist. Learn about Leave No Trace principles and how to follow park rules and enjoy hiking with your furry friend. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Nature Center for a […]
During our Halloween weekend at Riverside Campground dress your dog up in costume and join us for the Howl-O-Ween Parade. Treats will be available for and their owners. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
Take a walk around the campground and visit the sites where local businesses will be handing out treats!
Dress your best furry friend in their spooky best and show them off as part of our Trunk or Treat! Have their photos taken by either Naturalist Tiffany or Naturalist Jess in front of our Nature Center! Treats will be available!
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
Twin Falls Resort State Park
Twin Falls Restaurant is returning its beloved traditional Thanksgiving Buffet! 2 seatings are available at 1 and 3 p.m., and reservations are required. Enjoy all...
Pipestem Resort State Park
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey...
