Events

Fall colors, leaves falling silently, and time outdoors makes for a WonderFALL Walk at Tygart Lake State Park October 15, 2022. Meet Naturalist Jacob Jackson at 10:00 a.m. at Tygart Lake Nature Center. "We’ll set foot on the Ridge and Lake Trails an walk approximately two miles of moderately hilly terrain’ and on brief stops […]

WonderFall Walk returns! Come join Park Naturalist Jacob on Saturday morning, October 15, 2022 at 10:00 AM for a hike on the Ridge and Lake trails. Meet at the Nature Center/Park Office area. Hike is approximately 2 miles in length and includes some moderately hilly terrain. Dogs are always welcome on-leash! All participants will receive […]

Wire Wrapping for Beginners. This Art in the Park is a workshop to learn how to make jewelry from wire, wrap crystals and stones into pendants, and make pretty things to hang in your windows! If you don’t know where to start, we will show you everything you need to know at this October 15, […]

Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 4:00 p.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Saturday, October 15, 2022. The tour ticket includes an afternoon snack, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation site, […]

Trunk or Treat at Blackwater Falls is October 15, 2022! This is an awesome outdoor activity for youth 0-12 years of age or 7th grade. It can get really chilly in October, so bundle up in that scary or funny costume, wear good shoes because this trunk or treat includes walking a trail for treats […]

Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State has occurred.. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 5:30 a.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Sunday, October 16, 2022. The tour ticket includes a light breakfast, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation […]

Elk Management Tours in West Virginia are designed to learn about and visit where the reintroduction of elk in the Mountain State occurred. The three-to-four-hour activity begins at 4:00 p.m. at Chief Logan Lodge, Sunday, October 16, 2022. The tour ticket includes an afternoon snack, “All About Elk” conversation, transportation to the elk translocation site, […]

It's a boo-ti-ful time as we approach Halloween to visit Blackwater Falls State Park. Enjoy these activities October 21-23, 2022. Activities begin at the nature center unless indicated. Friday, October 21, 2022Nature Center Open: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.Featured MovieA great movie about a party for monsters and their families hosted by Dracula. […]

It’s fall y'all and a good time to hike at Chief Logan State Park.  Join Naturalist Lauren Cole for two hikes today, October 22, 2022.  Both activities begin at the Museum in the Park where the park headquarters, gift shop, and restrooms are located.  Woodpecker Trail Hike 9:00 a.m. Early and intrepid hikers are rewarded […]

Water Painting Class. This Art in the Park class is a plein aire (painting outdoor landscapes) workshop. Our subject will be the Old Inn, West Virginia’s first state park lodge built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The class begins at 10:00 a.m. until noon and will be held on the Cacapon south lodge veranda. […]

The Ansted Events Committee has teamed up with Hawks Nest State Park to bring back “Hawks Nest Halloween” on October 22, 2022 from noon until 3:00 p.m. Activities planned will be at Hawks Nest Lodge main parking area with trick or treat booths set up, prizes and more. If you want to set up a […]

Bat Night Bonfire is a popular annual event at Kanawha State Forest and scheduled for October 22, 2022. You’ll learn all kinds of interesting facts about bats and have a ton of fun too! A discussion about the importance of bats to the environment and specifics of the nine species of bats that call Kanawha […]

The calm, peaceful setting of the North Bend lodge provides the perfect atmosphere for quilting. Preregistration is necessary. There is a three night minimum, but you are welcome to come early or stay late! The getaway is October 23-28, 2022. Please call North Bend State Park for the registration form. It is not available on […]

Fall Classic Trail Half Marathon and 5K is Race #4 of the Kanawha State Forest Race series and is scheduled for Sunday, October 23, 2022. You’ll find the course description at https://aptiming.com/race/1354. The race starts and finishes at Dunlop Hollow. The race starts at 9:00 a.m. Start at Dunlop Dunlop > Hard Road > Polly […]

Controlled hunts for deer are scheduled this fall at Beech Fork, Cacapon Resort, North Bend, and Twin Falls Resort state parks. Hunters have until August 31, 2022 to apply. Drawing for the hunts will be held on September 1, 2022 and successful applicants will be notified between September 6-16, 2022. The October 24, 25, 26, […]

Just a few days until we greet November at Blackwater Falls State Park. Enjoy these activities October 24-26, 2022. Activities begin at the nature center unless indicated. Monday, October 24, 2022Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.Twisted Tie DyeOh that Brittany. She’s out to help you create a pumpkin tie dye design, traditionaltie […]

Halloween Weekend at Cacapon has spooktacular activities to enjoy when visiting October 27 - 31, 2023. Open to the public without charge unless indicated. Join us. Thursday, October 27, 202210:00AMTree ID WalkLearn how to identify common trees by their leaves. 1:00PMLeaf Nature JournalingTake in the fall colors and bring out your creative side. Let the […]

The annual Halloween in the Park at Watoga State Park is October 28 – 29, 2022. Activities during the weekend may include pumpkin carving, ghost stories, costume contests and even a little trick or treating. We’ll have ‘boo-dles’ of fun for everyone. Friday, October 28, 2022 2PM Cornhole Team Tournament Single elimination team tournament behind […]

Wrapping up October at Blackwater Falls State Park with rocks, fossils, nature crafts and more. Enjoy these activities October 28-30, 2022. Activities begin at the nature center unless indicated. Join us. Friday, October 28, 2022Nature Center Open: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m.Rockin’ on the Trail of GeologyMeet at Pendleton Point Overlook Salt Sands […]

It's a pumpkin drop. Beech Fork State Park will host a Pumpkin Drop on Saturday, October 29, 2022.  Participants will drop pumpkins from the Moxley Branch bridge in hopes of hitting floating targets.  Other pumpkin thinking is in the works.  Bring your pumpkins and be part of the fun. Prizes will be awarded. Other Halloween […]

It's great fun for the kiddos! Trunk or Treat is for youth up to 13 years of age. Wearing a costume makes it all the more fun and encouraged. There is no fee for kiddos to participate. This year’s event will be in the campground with multiple businesses and individuals ‘treating’. Entry to the trunk […]

It's great fun for the kiddos! Trunk or Treat is for youth up to 13 years of age. Wearing a costume makes it all the more fun and encouraged. There is no fee for kiddos to participate. This year’s event will be in the campground with multiple businesses and individuals ‘treating’. Entry to the trunk […]

Southern West Virginia Road Runners Club and Pipestem Resort State Park invited you to the 46th annual Pumpkin Run. There’s a 10K run, a 5K run, a 5K walk and a 800 meter Fun Run for youth 12 years of age and younger. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. at Park Headquarters. Here’s the pumpkin (aka […]

Take a hike on the North Bend Rail Trail and enjoy the fall foliage of Ritchie County in West Virginia in autumn. This 10-mile hike is October 29, 2022 and one of the WonderFALL hikes/walks at West Virginia's state parks. We will meet at the park and take a shuttle into Petroleum, then hike the […]

Come trick or treat at Pipestem Resort State Park on October 29, 2022. The fun happens Saturday afternoon from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Enjoy the free bouncy houses. Anyone of any age that dresses in costume rides the aerial tram for free. Bring a carved or painted pumpkin for prize giveaways. There will be Ice […]

The calm, peaceful setting of the North Bend State Park lodge provides the perfect atmosphere for quilting. Come enjoy this timeless craft at North Bend’s Quilt Camp, October 30 – November 4, 2022. Please call North Bend State Park for the registration form. Registration and booking is not available on the website. Preregistration is necessary […]

Controlled hunts for deer are scheduled this fall at Beech Fork, Cacapon Resort, North Bend, and Twin Falls Resort state parks. Hunters have until August 31, 2022 to apply. Drawing for the hunts will be held on September 1, 2022 and successful applicants will be notified between September 6-16, 2022. The Monday, October 31 through […]

Controlled hunts for deer are scheduled this fall at Beech Fork, Cacapon Resort, North Bend, and Twin Falls Resort state parks. Hunters have until August 31, 2022 to apply. Drawing for the hunts will be held on September 1, 2022 and successful applicants will be notified between September 6-16, 2022. The October 31, November 1, […]

Join us for a full immersion in the local environment of Eastern West Virginia by engaging in the ancient Japanese process of Forest Bathing. This experience on November 5, 2023 begins at 1:00 p.m. at Cacapon’s Nature Center. It includes a short walk in our forest including deep relaxation exercises/meditation session preceding an invitation to […]

Hike by the light of a full moon at Cass on November 5, 2022. The “Beaver Moon” hike at Cass Scenic Railroad begins from the visitors center (to the left of the Company Store facing the store) at 6:30 p.m. The evening walk is about three miles round trip with a slight grade, but mostly […]