Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist for an easy half-mile walk along the Beartown State Park boardwalk. Beartown is known for its unusual rocky formations, massive boulders, overhanging cliffs and deep crevices.
Join for a naturalist guided hike along the Davis Creek Trail, part of the Mountaineer Mile Trail program. This two mile easy hike is great for families to enjoy the fall colors. Meet at the entrance to Kanawha State Forest at the gravel parking lot next to the first fishing pier. All participants will receive […]
Join the seasonal naturalist at the nature center for this 3-mile out-and-back hike along the top of the Blackwater River Canyon on Pase Point. Well-behaved and leashed pets are welcome to attend this activity with their owner. Complete the entire trail with the naturalist to earn your WonderFall hiking patch. This hike will take around […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist for a half-mile hike along the Overlook Trail. The trail follows a series of rock cliffs. Observe several small caves, an old bear den, Civil War trenches and a scenic overlook of Briery Knob. Please wear […]
Join the park Naturalist on a hike to Giant Pine Trail with other hikers and their furry friends on October 11th at 1 p.m. To register for the hike, contact sarah.e.clark@wv.gov or call (304) 643-2931; ext. 314.
West Virginia State Parks, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is pleased to announce the 2025 Farm to Table Dinner Series! The individual talents of our state park chefs come alive as they create an unforgettable culinary experience by crafting a sumptuous dinner with locally sourced products. Each dinner in the series […]
Take in the fall colors of the mountain state and earn a WonderFall hiking patch! Join the park naturalist on the Falls Trail. This is a 1.25 mile intermediate trail with steep slopes, significant grates and narrow tread. Sturdy boots recommended. Meeting location: Falls Trail Parking Lot
Come out to Pipestem Resort State Park and be part of the first ever “Rocket Fest at Pipestem.” Special guests at the park will include October Sky Rocket Boy, New York Times bestselling author Homer Hickam and fellow McDowell County Rocket Boy Roy Lee Cooke. The day will start at 6 a.m. with WTNJ 105.9 […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey of upscale Appalachian fare. Schedule Social starts at 6 p.m., with the eight-course dinner and entertainment following immediately thereafter. Menu Note: We cannot accommodate dietary requests or substitutions at this […]
Join the park naturalist’s for a 2 mile hike along Cacapon Mountain fire road. Park at the Cacapon Mountain Overlook area and along the road for additional parking. A group photo will be taken at Cacapon Mountain Overlook, the highest peak in the eastern panhandle, near 2100 ft elevation. This is also the location of […]
WonderFall Hike: Country Roads - Meet the Naturalist at Park Headquarters for a walk along the road and into the woods. We will look for evidence of Pipestem's pre-park history. Pictures and stories will be shared while we enjoy the beauty of the fall foliage around us. We will also learn about plants we encounter […]
Tygart Lake State Park is excited to welcome back the crew of Murder and Merriment as they present the mystery of ‘The NewlyDEAD Game’! Join host Bill Eubanks in a dangerous game that pits newly married couples against one another in a series of revealing question rounds to determine how much they really know about […]
2025 West Virginia State Park Run Tour: 22k Run, 4 State Parks, 4 Dates West Virginia State Parks is excited to announce its inaugural State Park Run Tour! Run one or all four. Run #3 (7k) will take place at beautiful Kanawha State Forest. Run or walk at your own pace. This is a great […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
The Mountain Creek Dining Room is reopening! Join Pipestem Resort State Park Chef Marion Ohlinger for an exclusive opportunity to experience an eight-course culinary journey of upscale Appalachian fare. Schedule Social starts at 6 p.m., with the eight-course dinner and entertainment following immediately thereafter. Menu Note: We cannot accommodate dietary requests or substitutions at this […]
2025 West Virginia State Park Run Tour: 22k Run, 4 State Parks, 4 Dates West Virginia State Parks is excited to announce its inaugural State Park Run Tour! Run one or all four. Run #4 (5k) will take place at beautiful Pipestem Resort State Park. Run or walk at your own pace. This is a […]
October 25, 2025-Trick or Treat at the Campgrounds- Come enjoy an early Halloween at North Bend State Park! Reserve a campsite at either River Run or Cokeley campgrounds, decorate your spot for Halloween and hand out treats! Kids can trick or treat around the campground and participate in a costume contest! Spots fill up quickly […]
This hike is for the dogs! Bring your canine companions out to Tygart Lake State Park for a pet friendly hike led by the park naturalist. Learn about Leave No Trace principles and how to follow park rules and enjoy hiking with your furry friend. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Nature Center for a […]
Celebrate fall with us here at Cacapon Resort State Park during Halloween Weekend on Saturday, October 25th. During the day, join us for a Pumpkin Carving Contest from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Don’t miss the fall hayrides from 12-3 p.m. all leaving from the nature center. Evening activities 7-9 p.m. at the nature center […]
During our Halloween weekend at Riverside Campground dress your dog up in costume and join us for the Howl-O-Ween Parade. Treats will be available for and their owners. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
Dress your best furry friend in their spooky best and show them off as part of our Trunk or Treat! Have their photos taken by either Naturalist Tiffany or Naturalist Jess in front of our Nature Center! Treats will be available!
Take a walk around the campground and visit the sites where local businesses will be handing out treats!
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
Overlook observation deck from 1-3 p.m. at Cacapon Resort State Park.Join us at Cacapon Mountain overlook (5 miles past the nature center to watch migrating birds. Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of […]
Do you have a passion for songwriting? Have you written some songs but feel like you're stuck and need some help? If so, grab your guitar and join us at Twin Falls Resort State Park for the songwriters retreat! This retreat will be full of workshopping songs, song writing fundamentals, writing exercises, task writing, private […]
Join us at the Black Bear Grill at McKeever Lodge featuring music provided by Jonah Carden. The music is free, the drinks are cold and the pizza and wings are fabulous.
Attendees will have the opportunity to capture photos and video recordings of our historic trains from remote, scenic locations along the Cass Scenic Railroad and Greenbrier River line. Night photography session included! For more information, call Cass Scenic Railroad State Park at (304) 456-4300.
Migrating birds will vary according to the month. Wildlife that could be spotted includes vultures, ravens, crows and monarch butterflies. Join us this time or all the birds of prey watch series dates listed. Binoculars will be provided, or bring your own. Dress for the weather, but this event will be canceled due to rain, […]
Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of singer-songwriter Jeffrey Joe Buckland as he graces the stage at the Black Bear Grill, nestled within the cozy McKeever Lodge. This performance is a highlight of the Homegrown Music Winter Series, a beloved tradition that showcases local artistic talent every Friday night in November. From 6-8 p.m., the […]
Stonewall Resort State Park
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Tygart Lake State Park
Gather your family for a sumptous buffet and scenic lake views at the Lodge Restaurant at Tygart Lake State Park. The menu includes roasted turkey...
