Events

Green Day Hikes at many WV State Parks began as a St. Patrick’s Day activity and has morphed to a day to hike as spring greens up. Just a wee bit after St. Paddy’s Day, take a hike on the Cherry Lane Trail. Meet park naturalists at the Blackwater Sled Run at 10:00 a.m. to […]

March is marching toward April. With weather more springlike than normal, you’re invited to take advantage of activities and programs at Blackwater Falls, March 24-27, 2023. From the bird, toads and turtles to hikes and deer tracks, join our fun and entertaining way to learn about Blackwater Falls and the nature of the area. The […]

The Green Day Hike at Chief Logan State Park is March 25, 2023. Meet at the Museum in the Park at 1:00 p.m. and plan on an afternoon adventure with Naturalist and biologist, Lauren Cole. There is no fee to participate. The hike is open to the public. Woodpecker Trail is a moderate hike with […]

The Green Day Hike at Twin Falls State Park is March 25, 2023. Meet at the parking area for the Falls Trail at 1:00 p.m. and plan on an afternoon adventure with Naturalist and outdoors woman, Tammy Cooper. There is no fee to participate. The hike is open to the public. Falls Trail is a […]

Pricketts Fort Foundation offers an intense weekend of instruction, exploring the role of early frontiersmen on the American frontier. The four day venue March 30 - April 2, 2023 includes speakers focused on the frontier skills of the longhunter. Space is limited and registration required. The event is fee based. Register on-line at www.prickettsfort.org/register. or […]

The Appalachian Dinner Series at Stonewall Resort offers intimate pairing dinners showcasing regional producers’ award-winning and harder-to-find products. Stonewall Resort features Greenbrier Valley Brewing, which has been named by Brilliant Stream as the Best Brewery in West Virginia and, according to BeerAdvocate, are the brewers of the highest rated beer and highest rated IPA in […]

No foolin’!  The Wildflower Hike that remembers Sue Browning, an individual that started this event 40 years ago, falls on April Fool’s Day, April 1, 2023.   There are two hikes: Woodpecker Trail and the Fitness to Shawnee Trail.  The hike and the walk both start at the Museum in the Park. Participants of all ages […]

Hawks Nest State Park welcomes a special visitor at the lodge on April 1, 2023. The Easter Bunny will be in the restaurant from 8:00 - 11:00AM visiting with families and youth having breakfast. The bunny is stopping at the park on April 1 to check out the egg hunt plans for his return on […]

Youngsters will find an Easter Egg Hunt at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church is hosting this ‘egg-citing’ activity for youth. The sponsors are working on the details, however the start time is 1:00 o’clock and in case of rain it is postponed and rescheduled for April 8.

Hippity-hop to Tygart Lake State Park on Sunday April 2, 2023 for an Easter Egg Hunt. Youngsters get to enjoy being outside at the Nature Center getting ready for the finds! The activity begins at 2:00 p.m. Families that arrive earlier or staying later should consider Sunday dinner at The Lodge restaurant at Tygart Lake. […]

Watters Smith Memorial State Park’s unique egg hunt creates daytime fun from the comfort of your vehicle. Large wooden painted eggs are stationed throughout the park and invites family and friends to visit and enjoy spring time. Many families enjoy counting how many eggs are displayed and there are dozens of them, around 100+. The […]

Springtime weather invites all ages to visit a state park and enjoy the trails and activities. Visit Cacapon Resort State Park April 5 - 9, 2023. We hope you take advantage of the activities planned and without charge. WEDNESDAY, April 5, 2023 10:30AM The CCC Boys: A West Virginia Legacy The CCC boys left a […]

Easter Weekend at Blackwater Falls State Park starts with a unique egg hunt on Friday, April 7, 2023. It is a Flashlight Egg Hunt and it is along trails/fields with yes, you guessed it, a flashlight. That’s right! As dark approaches, children ages 12 and younger will venture out in search of hidden eggs that […]

An Easter Egg Hunt at Pipestem Resort State Park is planned for Saturday, April 8, 2023. We’re hoppin’ to see youngsters at 1:00 p.m. at park headquarters. Additional information will be posted here as plans are finalized. It is an outdoor event, so dress accordingly and enjoy time outside. We’ll be ‘egg-cited’ to see you […]

The Easter Bunny will be at Cacapon Resort State Park on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The bunny is hoppin’ to see youngsters at 10:00 a.m. to get a photograph. Picture taking is prior to the egg hunt and it helps get everyone together for the event. At 11:00 a.m. is the Easter Egg Hunt! Bring […]

The Easter Bunny returns to Hawks Nest State Park Lodge on Saturday, April 8, 2023. First there is breakfast with the Easter Bunny that is in the restaurant from 8:00 - 11:00AM. Families and youth having breakfast can catch a photo at breakfast time and before the big egg hunt. There is a breakfast special […]

There’s a two-day Lakeside Easter Celebration planned at Stonewall Resort on April 8 and 9, 2023. From a bounce house and pick-up-ducks to egg toss and a bunny hop sack race, there is plenty of family and friends activities planned every hour on Saturday, Easter Sunday includes a 10:00 AM Easter Service at the lodge […]

Enjoy the music of singer-songwriter and guitarist Tina B Smith during your visit at Pipestem Resort this Easter Weekend. On Saturday, April 8 live music in the lobby of McKeever Lodge starts at 7:00 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 9, you’ll find Tina staged in the Bluestone Dining Room starting at 1:00 p.m. She is an […]

Youngsters will find an Easter Egg Hunt at Twin Falls Resort State Park on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Ole ‘Hippity Hop’ is working on the details for this year’s fun and he's got it ready. The three age groups are:  up to age 4, 5 - 8 years old, 9-13 year olds.  There is a […]

Easter Weekend at Holly River State Park includes an egg hunt on Sunday, April 9, 2023.This event is hosted by the Holly River Restaurant, Debby Schoolcraft and folks, and should start around 2:00 p.m. Details about the Easter Egg Hunt will be available by March 20, 2023. You may email hollyriversp@wv.gov with questions. Please include […]

A more traditional Easter buffet is planned and being prepared at the Smokehouse Restaurant at Blackwater Falls State Park. The Sunday, April 9, 2023 buffet entries are Oven Roasted Turkey Breast with Classic Homemade Stuffing, Baked Tavern Ham with Maple and Spice Reduction, Blacked Catfish with Lemon Butter Sauce, and Braised Beef Short Ribs with […]

Stonewall Resort will host its annual Easter Brunch and Dinner in Stillwaters Restaurant on Sunday, April 9, 2023 while also offering a variety of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy throughout the day. Celebrating the Easter holiday with friends and family is a timeless tradition and Stonewall has planned a full day of […]

An Easter Sunrise Service is planned for Sunday, April 9, 2023 in the conference room at Hawks Nest State Park. Preacher Daniel Legg welcomes everyone at 7:00 a.m. The view looking at the gorge from the conference room is a beautiful setting. Sunday Buffet at Hawks Nest ‘Overlook Restaurant’ is from noon until 4:00PM. This […]

Easter Sunday Buffet at North Bend State Park invites you for a great meal. The buffet is from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The annual Easter Egg Hunt is planned for 2:00 p.m. Easter Buffet features Roasted Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham, Fresh Vegetable Medley, Homemade Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Seasoned Green Beans, Sweet Corn, Summer […]

Easter Sunday dinner at Tygart Lake State Park is a traditional dinner and is served from 11:00AM until 4:00PM at The Lodge Restaurant. Advanced reservations are welcomed. Easter Sunday dinner is a served meal with a choice of Glazed Ham or Roast Turkey. Sides accompanying the entree are side salad, pasta salad, mashed potatoes and […]

Pipestem’s Bluestone Dining Room invites family and friends to the Sunday, April 9, 2023, Easter Buffet. From 11:00AM until 8:00PM the restaurant features a delicious offering of entrees and sides. You’ll find Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham, Sliced Roast Beef, Citrus Glazed Salmon, Potatoes Au Gratin, Roasted Asparagus and Carrots, Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli, Smoky […]

Easter Buffet, Sunday April 9, 2023 at Chief Logan Lodge, is hot and ready from noon until 3:00 PM. This buffet features Pot Roast, Tavern Ham, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Macaroni and Cheese, Assorted Vegetables, Hot Rolls, a salad bar and assorted holiday desserts. The restaurant and parking areas are very accessible and welcomes families, […]

Enjoy an Easter buffet at Canaan Valley Resort, April 9, 2023 from Noon until 4:00 p.m. Entrees include Roasted Leg of Lam, Prime Rib, and Glazed Virginia Baked Ham. The full menu and rates are posted at https://www.canaanresort.com/events/easter-buffet/.Reservations are highly recommended. Call 304-866-2205.  

Dinner on Easter Sunday at Cacapon Resort State Park is available from noon until 6:00 p.m. in the newly renovated restaurant at Cacapon Lodge. The buffet menu is delicious. •Grilled Lamb Chops marinated with Olive oil, Garlic, and Rosemary•Chicken Breast stuffed with Spinach and Feta Cheese•Norwegian Salmon with House Recipe Dill Sauce•Slow Roasted Glazed Applewood […]

Twelve youth ages 9 - 12 will become Nature Rangers by attending Nature Ranger Day Camp April 10-12, 2023 at Twin Falls State Park. It can only be described as a blend of wildlife identification, survival skills and nature crafting and appreciation. Preregistration is required and there is a program fee of $99 to cover […]