Events

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, […]

Led by ASCAP songwriter Jim Ritchey and Grammy Award winning songwriter Laurelyn Dossett, the Songwriter Retreat at Twin Falls Resort State Park, November 4 - 6, 2022 is remarkable, says Programmer Coordinator Tammy Cooper. The retreat requires preregistration and is open to the public. The workshop is designed for songwriters of all levels but will […]

The 7th annual Arts & Crafts Bazaar at Chief Logan Lodge is an amazing weekend filled with crafty- and arts-oriented exhibits and vendors. From Friday, November 4 to Sunday, November 6, 2022, visit Chief Logan lodge to shop or to enjoy the festivities of a holiday bazaar. The admission is free and open to the […]

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 […]

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 November 7, 8, 9, […]

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 November 7 - 9, […]

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 November 7 - 9, […]

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 November 7 - 9, […]

Humankind has had a long and interesting relationship with the full moon. It has cemented its place in folklore, acted as a signal for farmers and signified the changing of the seasons. The full moon of October is most commonly known as the Full Beaver Moon. Spend the evening exploring the wooded hills of North […]

A delicious Farm-to-Table dinner is planned November 12, 2022 and prepared by the Last Run Restaurant at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park.. Featuring locally sourced produce and products, the dinner features home-cooking and dessert that only a harvest can provide. Visit the Company Store, take a stroll through the Town of Cass and enjoy the community spirit. The 6:00 […]

Create and make stationary cards featuring forest animals. Local artists and volunteers will assist you at Cacapon Nature Center on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Cards are small windows of art that you can share with family and friends or preserve a memory for yourself. What a nice activity to do on a […]

Come out for an evening of sky-watching! Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky on November 12, 2022. Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and the Peak of the Northern Taurid Meteors, Leonid Meteors (plus 2 other showers) […]

A weekend of ballroom dance returns to Pipestem Resort State Park Nov. 18-20, 2022 with dance instruction by Alicia Clark. The ballroom activities are in the Hudkins Conference Center at Pipestem's McKeever Lodge. The weekend activities include: Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Social w/ light snacks Pre-Lesson Warm-Up - Let's meet […]

Come out for an extra evening of sky-watching! Look through a computerized telescope at various celestial bodies including the moon, planets, galaxies, and more. Learn seasonal constellations and other cool facts about the night sky of November 19, 2022. Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Leonid Meteors (plus 5 other showers) may be visible tonight. Cloudiness may reduce […]

Thanksgiving buffet at Blackwater Falls State Park on November 24, 2022 has all the fixings of a  food network menu with a healthy ladle of yum. The Smokehouse restaurant at Blackwater Falls  State Park has three seatings for Thanksgiving Dinner: Noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.        Reservations are highly encouraged. Enjoy a […]

Traditional entrees with popular sides make for a memorable Thanksgiving buffet at Pipestem Resort State Park on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Buffet hours are from 11:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Reservations are highly encouraged. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with family and friends at PIpestem Resort State Park. THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFETHerb Roasted Turkey BreastMaple-Brown […]

The Hickory Dining Room at Canaan Valley Resort features a Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 24, 2022. The combination of an amazing menu and the scenic views of Canaan Valley from the restaurant is worth the trip and dining experience. There are two seating times: Noon and 5:00 p.m. Reservations are highly encouraged. The menu […]

November 24 is a day to give thanks which can include a traditional Thanksgiving meal at Hawks Nest State Park. The restaurant at Hawks Nest Lodge overlooks the New River area. The scenic views and the buffet planned are both exceptional. Thanksgiving dinner at Hawks Nest is by reservation only. There are two seating options: […]

Traditional Thanksgiving turkey or glazed baked ham is the Thanksgiving special at Twin Falls Restaurant, Thursday, November 24, 2022.   For the holiday, the dinner announcement includes choices of special sides of homemade pasta salad or sweet potatoes or order from the regular menu sides if you please.  Thanksgiving dinner special comes with a homemade […]

Thanksgiving is a special day to gather together. The Lodge Restaurant at Tygart Lake State Park is serving a traditional holiday meal to your table. A visit to the park on Thursday, November 24, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day is a plated dinner. Reservations are required. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with […]

Thanksgiving at North Bend is like coming home to enjoy a traditional holiday meal. A visit to the park on Thursday, November 24, 2022 will find a hot buffet from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day with family and friends at North Bend State Park. THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFETRoast Turkey and […]

Giving thanks on Thursday, November 24, 2022 can include a Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Chief Logan State Park Lodge. The buffet feast will take place from noon until 3 p.m. at the lodge restaurant. The Thanksgiving buffet features:Black Oak Tavern HamRoast Turkey & dressingMashed Potatoes & gravySweet PotatoesCranberry SaladGreen BeansCornAmbrosia SaladSalad BarFresh Baked BreadAssorted DessertsThe […]

Thanksgiving day buffet at Cacapon Resort State Park is a tradition and this year staged in the new restaurant location and design.From noon until 6:00 p.m. a holiday buffet is featured and reservations are highly recommended.You’ll find well prepared Thanksgiving favorites to encourage you to leave the cooking, baking and dishwashing to Cacapon State Park […]