Join park naturalists for a guided hike along the Poke Hollow trail. This 3.5-mile trail of moderate difficulty traverses a variety of habitats, passes two old cemeteries and leads to Twin Falls' highest point.
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV's The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions, when her soulful, powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" prompted all four celebrity judges/coaches to turn their chairs in celebration. Over the years, […]
Join us to celebrate National Trails Day with a 2.5-mile Firefly Discovery Hike. We will be looking for the season’s first sighting of the Synchronous Firefly as well as attempting to discover the rare Blue Ghost Firefly at Watoga State Park. Please no flashlights and no headlamps. Red lights will be provided. Wear closed-toe shoes. […]
📍Headquarters Shelter – Pipestem Resort State Park "Covered Dish Event" presented by Pipestem Foundation. The Pipestem Resort State Park and the Pipestem Foundation cordially invite all individuals with a vested interest in or connection to the park to attend a covered-dish gathering. This Family Reunion Gathering aims to bring attendees together to exchange historical accounts […]
Join us at the nature center to help identify these amazing creatures of the night. Moth experts will be on hand, as will a special guest! Stop by, grab a s'more and learn about the secretive lives of moths.
Come see live reptiles and amphibians in person! Learn all about their diets, habitats and what makes them special! This interactive program is fun for the whole family! This is a free event and it will be held at Picnic Shelter 3!
📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder’s performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage A beloved figure in the local music scene, Jeffrey Joe Buckland presents what he describes as "Minimal Americana" music. His repertoire is a rich blend of acoustic interpretations of classics spanning genres such as country, folk, gospel, blues, and rock. In addition to these popular favorites, he also performs a selection […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Matt Mullins, a musician whose sound resonates with "back porch memories," possesses a genuine musicality that moves listeners and makes it undeniably clear that music is deeply ingrained in his soul. This West Virginia native's musical journey began in earnest right after high school. While he is currently best known as […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Pipestem Resort State Park hosts the family-friendly Paper Airplane Flying Contest, the third in a six-part series to find the regional “Champion of All Paper Flyers.” This free event invites all ages to compete across three categories: Junior Aviators (12 and under), Teenage Pilots (13–17), and Master Engineers (18 and over). […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]
It's a Father's Day Buffet at North Bend State Park! From 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., take dad for a feast of North Bend's famous baked steak, sweet honey ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, rolls, salad bar, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages. The price is $28 for adults, $14 for kids 4 to 12, […]
Join West Virginia's "Bard of Education" for this musical celebration of West Virginia Pride! This is a must wherever proud West Virginians gather to celebrate the people and culture of the Mountain State. The event is at the Old Pavilion and is a free event open to the public.
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person party scene, returns to the Black Bear Grill’s Patio! With his trusty piano in tow, this sensational West Virginia artist is poised to take the stage and deliver a fun, high-energy musical ride for everyone. […]
Get ready for the Bearhole Road Race at Twin Falls Resort State Park. The race starts at the Twin Falls Golf Course Clubhouse parking lot. First place overall winners will be selected in both male and female 5K and 10K division. First, Second and Third place trophies will also be awarded for separate age groups […]
Celebrate West Virginia and Grafton's railroad heritage with old-time songs from the great Mick Souter! Come see why Mick is known as the 'Bard of Education' as he plays a variety of instruments to bring history to life in this fun, all-ages tribute to the Mountain State's rails and trails. This is a free event […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The band Bicycle is a distinctive, energetic collective originating in the mountains of West Virginia. Uniquely positioned within the music landscape, the group comprises passionate mountain bikers who are also accomplished musicians, blending their two worlds into a singular artistic expression. Their signature style has been dubbed “Afrolachian Rock,” a term […]
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Cacapon Resort on Saturday, June 27, at 7:00 p.m. The educational birds offer a great chance to learn what birds say, “who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?” and to meet other raptors. This nature program focuses on raptors native to West Virginia: hawks, eagles, […]
Strawberry Moon Hike 📍Pipestem Championship Golf Course Step into the serene and mysterious world of Pipestem Resort State Park after sundown! Join Pipestem’s dedicated Naturalist Team for a captivating Full Moon Night Hike. The full moon’s natural light offers an extraordinary perspective on the park’s nocturnal life, immersing you in the forest’s sights and sounds […]
Strawberry Moon Hike. Meet the park naturalist at the Harold S. Walters Nature Center for an amazing night hike around the park. This is a great way to explore the night sites and sounds of Blackwater Falls. This is an easy, one mile hike along paved roads and paths. For more information, please contact park […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Join us for an enjoyable evening of music at Pipestem State Park’s Black Bear Patio Stage! Singers, instrumentalists, and songwriters of all skill levels are cordially invited to share their talents in a relaxed, encouraging, and family-friendly atmosphere. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your music, whether you perform traditional […]
Join us for a fun family weekend to enjoy America's 250th Birthday! July 3rd Friday Night Beach Party 🏖️ ⏳ Hours: 6-9 p.m. 🎶 Music & games 🏐 Beach Volleyball ◾️ Cornhole 🏰 Sand Castle Competition! * Admission is $6 for Adults, $5 youth ages 6-12 years old, and free for kids under 6 years […]
Take the sternwheeler to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park and participate in the annual Ringing of the Bell Ceremony. After a proclamation, the Sons of the American Revolution will perform a gun salute and ring the bell 13 times to signify the 13 original colonies. This is the 25th year of this event being held […]
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 […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the soul of southern West Virginia, the band GRIT has forged a reputation for delivering a powerful, no-nonsense musical experience since its formation in 2018. As their name suggests, GRIT embodies the character and resolve of experienced musicians, translating into a dynamic live performance that spans a broad spectrum […]
Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a giant inflatable bouncy house, face painting, tye-dying, hamburgers, hotdogs and a cornhole tournament! Admission is only $5 per person! If you'd like to participate in the cornhole tournament, the cost, […]
Join us at Droop Mountain Battlefield as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 98th anniversary of West Virginia’s first State Park. Civil War Reenactors will be with us teaching about life during Civil War times including camp life, musket demonstrations and more. 🗓️ Second Date: Sunday, July 5th, 9 a.m. […]
Join us at Droop Mountain Battlefield as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 98th anniversary of West Virginia’s first State Park. Civil War Reenactors will be with us teaching about life during Civil War times including camp life, musket demonstrations and more.
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV’s The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions when her soulful and powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" led to all four celebrity judges/coaches turning their chairs in celebration. This highly […]
Friday July 10th 7:00pm 📍Watoga Nature Center/Activities Building Geologist Ken Ashton joins us talk about West Virginia Geology with a focus on the Geology of Watoga, Beartown & Droop Mountain Battlefield State Parks. Learn about the WV State Fossil, which was discovered near Lewisburg, WV in the late 1700s. Also about the official WV State […]
Pipestem Resort State Park
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,...
Pipestem Resort State Park
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The compelling musical partnership known as JustUs Live is the creation of Darren Walker and Paul Morrison, two artists whose deep-seated...
