The fun starts with the design and construction of a person-powered, cardboard and duct tape sled able to withstand a descent down the Blackwater Falls sled run. There will be awards for fastest descent, best wipeout, and most original theme-based sled. This year's race will be dedicated to the memory of longtime Park Naturalist Paulita […]
Join us at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park Museum of Regional History for the Winter Lecture Series. The cost of admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children (3-12). This week Lincoln, A History" Carl Swick 📍137 Juliana Street in Parkersburg, WV For more information, please call Blennerhassett Historical State Park at (304) 420-4800.
West Virginia State Parks is pleased to announce the 2026 West Virginia State Parks Cellar to Table Dinner Series to be held at all eleven state park full-service restaurants this year! Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state […]
Step back in time to the 18th Century when American Indians and European Americans lived closer to nature. Learn some of the skills that was necessary for everyday life and learn of the cultural sharing that has made our modern lives richer, presented by Doug Wood and Dianne Anestis. Enjoy nature, tracking, and history in […]
Delight your palate and participate in a cherished Summers County tradition at the World Famous First Friday Seafood Buffet. For decades, the Bluestone Dining Room, located within the McKeever Lodge at Pipestem Resort State Park, has captivated guests with one of the most unique and sumptuous seafood buffets in the entire region. This highly anticipated […]
It’s that time of year again, when the eagles are becoming more active along the New River and Bluestone Lake! Join the Pipestem Resort State Park Naturalist during March for eagle caravans to the nearby Bluestone Lake. The Southern WV Eagle Brigade is a growing group of eagle observers who have monitored eagle nests, breeding, […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries, into culinary masterpieces. Pipestem Resort State Park will host this dinner event in the […]
Come out for a great dinner and experience a timeless classic as the Vintage Theatre Company performs Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at Tygart Lake State Park Lodge! It's a tale of magic, mayhem, and romance as only the Bard could pen it, plus a great dinner prepared by The Lodge Restaurant. Tickets are $39.99 […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks, as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks, while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries into culinary masterpieces. Blackwater Falls State Park will host this dinner event at The […]
Look for signs of spring on our Green Day Hike! Meet a Naturalist at the Gentle Trail parking area to explore a Red Spruce forest and upland bog ecosystem. Please wear sturdy shoes, as the trail is uneven and may be wet and/or muddy in places. Make sure to dress for the unpredictable Spring weather. […]
Meet a Naturalist at the Gentle Trail parking area to explore a Red Spruce forest and upland bog ecosystem. Please wear sturdy shoes, as the trail is uneven and may be wet and/or muddy in places. Make sure to dress for the unpredictable Spring weather. Participants will receive a WV State Parks Green Day Hike […]
March 14 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. It’s time again for the Annual Green Day Hike! This year, we will have two hikes to choose from, or join us on both! Feel free to deck out in your best St. Paddy’s Day green! Participants will receive a special Green Day Hike patch (or one […]
It’s that time of year again, when the eagles are becoming more active along the New River and Bluestone Lake! Join the Pipestem Resort State Park Naturalist during March for eagle caravans to the nearby Bluestone Lake. The Southern WV Eagle Brigade is a growing group of eagle observers who have monitored eagle nests, breeding, […]
The Bluestone Dining Room at McKeever Lodge presents the Saint Patrick's Day buffet. Put on your lucky green and partake in a delicious buffet! The price for the buffet is $25.99, kids are half-price with a paying adult. The buffet will feature: Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage Smoked Salmon Pork Chops in Whiskey Cream Sauce […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks, as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks, while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries into culinary masterpieces. Tygart Lake State Park will host a dinner event at The […]
Since 2006 Twin Falls State Park has hosted its widly acclaimed Guitar Workshop Weekend. It is a workshop that brings like-minded people together to improve guitar skills and music knowledge in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. The instructors, Robin Kessinger, Robert Shafer, and Jim Ritchie help players learn, absorb, practice and demonstrate new skills in […]
Meet at the Park Office for a scenic hike at Lake Trail in Watoga State Park. This is an easy 1.5-mile hike available for all ages. We will travel at a relaxing pace and make several stops along the way. Please wear sturdy hiking shoes and a walking stick is recommended. Participants will receive an […]
Park Naturalist Jacob Jackson would like to invite everyone to come out and join with the annual Green Day Hike! This WV State Parks tradition is a celebration and appreciation of all things spring, green and growing and is approximately 1.5 miles in length with moderately hilly terrain. Good shoes and boots are recommended. Dogs […]
Cacapon Resort State Park is hosting the annual Green Day Hike on Saturday, March 21. This hike celebrates the return of spring as the mountains return to green. This naturalist-guided hike will begin at the nature center, and all participants will earn an incentive. The Hovermale Homestead Trail is rated easy with a 1.2-mile loop. […]
Look for signs of spring on our Green Day Hike! Meet a Naturalist in the Blackwater Lodge lobby for this loop hike along sections of several different park trails. Expect wet and muddy trail conditions and uneven terrain, with the last leg of the hike being a long, steep descent. Make sure to dress for […]
Meet a Naturalist in the Blackwater Lodge lobby for this loop hike along sections of several different park trails. Expect wet, muddy trail conditions and uneven terrain, with the last leg of the hike a long, steep descent. Make sure to dress for the unpredictable Spring weather. Participants will receive a WV State Parks Green […]
Meet at the Activities Building/Nature Center. We will be on the lookout for the first signs of spring as we hike a 5-mile loop on the Bearpen, North Boundary, and Buck & Doe Trails. Along the hike, we will see the remains of a Civilian Conservation Corps quarry and visit the site of the 1926 […]
It’s that time of year again, when the eagles are becoming more active along the New River and Bluestone Lake! Join the Pipestem Resort State Park Naturalist during March for eagle caravans to the nearby Bluestone Lake. The Southern WV Eagle Brigade is a growing group of eagle observers who have monitored eagle nests, breeding, […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks, as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks, while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries into culinary masterpieces. North Bend State Park will host this dinner event in the […]
The Rustic Mechanicals are the only troupe of twelve actors in West Virginia dedicated to touring the works of William Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a hilarious tribute to all you can imagine. Dream’s theatrical spell is powerful enough to make audiences of all ages believe in anything. Dinner Theater tickets are $50 per […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks, as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks, while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries into culinary masterpieces. Canaan Valley Resort State Park will host this dinner event in […]
Join us for this high energy Green Day hike on the Falls Trail as we celebrate spring bursting to life! Lace up them boots, it’s time to let the forest come alive. Participants will receive a special Green Day Hike patch! Please dress appropriately for the weather. For more information contact Park Naturalist Tammy Cooper […]
Join our Naturalist on a guided hike looking for the first signs of Spring! This is a family-friendly hike that's less than two miles in length on a flat, gravel trail. Earn a patch when you complete the hike! To register for this hike, please contact our Naturalist, Sarah, at sarah.e.clark@wv.gov or (304) 643-2931 Ext. […]
It’s that time of year again, when the eagles are becoming more active along the New River and Bluestone Lake! Join the Pipestem Resort State Park Naturalist during March for eagle caravans to the nearby Bluestone Lake. The Southern WV Eagle Brigade is a growing group of eagle observers who have monitored eagle nests, breeding, […]
Join Chef Matt Welsch, the Executive Chef for West Virginia State Parks, as well as the highly talented culinary teams of our beautiful state parks, while they curate unforgettable and unique dinners by integrating locally sourced items found in Appalachian pantries into culinary masterpieces. At 6 pm on March 28, 2026, Twin Falls Resort State […]
Pipestem Resort State Park
Pipestem Resort State Park announces its first-ever Paper Airplane Flying Contest! If you can make a mean paper airplane, then this contest is for you....
Cacapon Resort State Park
Are you ready for a sale with just about anything your heart could desire? Well, it’s here at the Annual Spring Vendor Show! The staff...
