National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there’s even more reason […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. What better way to mark the occasion than by giving back to the public lands we all share. 🌱 Invasive Plant Removal at Blackwater Lodge: 10:30 a.m. The Blackwater Falls State Park Naturalist asks […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
📍Park Office Come out to West Virginia's first state park for a litter cleanup event. All supplies will be provided. This cleanup will take place along park roads and trails.
Meet at Cokeley Campground to assist in cleaning up trails and roadways in this beautiful lakeside campground, Park staff will provide all supplies. For more information, please contact North Bend State Park at (304) 643-2931.
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there’s even more reason […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
Volunteer on this important day by assisting staff in cleaning up debris and making the area shine for group camping and learning. The day will also include the logging of species found for Bioblitz. The event will take place at 10:00am at the Upper Picnic Area. All supplies will be provided by the park. For […]
Volunteers can assist park staff in litter cleanup at the Twin Falls ballfield area. This event will take place during the park's annual Fall Festival. For more information, please contact park naturalist Tammy Cooper at (304) 294-4000.
📍Long Branch Lake Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Pipestem! Be a part of this impactful day and help make a difference in our public lands! Meet at the Splash Pad across from McKeever Lodge and walk down to the Long Branch Lake shore for a garbage grab. This will keep our lake shore clean […]
📍Elk River Trail Visitor Center Participants should meet at the Elk River Trail State Park Visitor Center by 10 a.m. to assist the park superintendent and staff in an invasive species removal project. Volunteers fill focus on removing Japanese stiltgrass, autumn olive and other invasives. Light litter cleanup will also be included. A seated station […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there’s even more reason […]
Join the park superintendent in a guided hike and trail cleanup along some of the park's trails. All participants should meet at the Campground Playground parking lot. All supplies will be provided.
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
Celebrate and assist in maintaining the beauty of our public lands by joining park staff in a litter cleanup around the park. All participants should meet at the Park's activity room located at the Beech Fork Park Office. All supplies will be provided.
📍Beartown Boardwalk Join us for a Naturalist led hike of the Beartown Boardwalk. We will discuss geology and the flora & fauna of this amazing park.
📍Watoga Nature Center Come to Watoga State Park and exoerience the live Owl Show & Dark Sky event. Learn about these stealthy night hunters and their need for dark skies. Learn about International Dark Sky Parks and things you can do in your own community to promote dark sky principles.
📍The Lodge Restaurant 🍽️ Dinner: 6 p.m. 🍸Social: 5:30 pm Dine with us at Tygart Lake State Park for the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series. Overlooking Tygart Lake, The Lodge Restaurant is a favorite of guests and locals alike. The highly talented culinary team has developed a five-course farm-to-table menu that fuses Appalachian comfort […]
Harvest 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 […]
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 […]
Come on out for a 5k run / walk at Twin Falls Resort State Park! Registration begins at 8:30am at the park's amphitheatre, with the race / walk starting at 10:00am. The cost is $15 per person. For more information, please call park activities coordinator, Tammy Cooper at 304-294-4000 Ext 1716.
🕯️Take a step back in time and experience the enchantment of Blennerhassett Island and its magnificent mansion, much as Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett did over 200 years ago. Illuminated by hundreds of candles and lanterns, the island transforms into an 18th century soiree, featuring attendants in period costume, 18th century dance performances, Appalachian music, and […]
📍Tygart Lake State Park Nature Center Meet at the Nature Center parking area for a guided hike through the hills to celebrate the season. Park Naturalist Jacob Jackson will lead this yearly tradition on the Ridge and Lake Trails. The hike is approximately two miles and includes some hilly terrain. Participants should bring water and […]
📍Shelter 4 🍸 Social: 5 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner: 6 p.m. West Virginia State Parks, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is pleased to announce the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series! The individual talents of our state park chefs come alive as they craft unforgettable culinary experiences, preparing sumptuous dinners with the […]
Enter a team or compete individually with the West Virginia Irish Road Bowling Tournament stop at Holly River State Park. Registration is at 11 AM and the competition starts at 12 PM. To learn more about this fun sport and its history: http://www.wvirb.com/
Celebrate the autumn colors with a full and fun-filled weekend at Pipestem Resort State Park. A must for those who love the cool and crisp season of fall. Enjoy the Marketplatz, a market featuring local and regional artisans selling their handcrafted wares and locally sourced foods and beverages. On Saturday, ride the new aerial tramway […]
The Kanawha State Forest Half Marathon and 7K offer runners a challenging and scenic experience deep within one of West Virginia’s most iconic natural areas. Set entirely inside Kanawha State Forest, this race takes you along winding forest roads and wooded routes surrounded by dense trees, rolling terrain, and the quiet atmosphere of the hills. […]
📍McKeever Lodge – Bluestone Dining Room 🍸 Social: 4 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner: 5 p.m. West Virginia State Parks, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is pleased to announce the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series! The individual talents of our state park chefs come alive as they craft unforgettable culinary experiences, preparing […]
Trunk or Treat - Holly River State Park Dress up in your best costume and walk around the lower campground for some treats. The fun starts at 5:00pm. For more information, please call Holly River State Park at 304-493-6353
This retreat will feature sessions on song writing fundamentals that includes writing exercises, and task writing. There will be time for private one-on-one sessions throughout the weekend. The workshop is designed for songwriters of all levels, but will be particularly helpful for those who have written songs and need some help perfecting their craft. Participants […]
Blackwater Falls State Park
Join the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society for a weekend of out-of-this-world exploration! Guest speakers from West Virginia University, Marshall University, Shawnee State University and the...
Tygart Lake State Park
📍Tygart Lake State Park Lodge Come join the Tygart Lake State Park Foundation and Staff for this annual gathering and celebration of all things fall!...
