The Big Timber Trot 10K and 6K is a scenic and challenging trail race directed by the same experienced team that has hosted races in the forest for years. Both distances will start and finish at Shelter 6 and guide runners along winding forest roads, steady climbs, and classic West Virginia terrain that is welcoming […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Pipestem Resort State Park hosts the family-friendly Paper Airplane Flying Contest, the second in a six-part series to find the regional "Champion of All Paper Flyers." This free event invites all ages to compete across three categories: Junior Aviators (12 and under), Teenage Pilots (13–17), and Master Engineers (18 and over). […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The “Bigfoot Hollerin’ Contest” is back again at Pipestem Resort State Park. This year, the contest will take place at the Patio Stage of the Black Bear Grill in the McKeever Lodge. The call must last at least five seconds and no more than 30 seconds. Three age groups can participate: […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Raised in Princeton, West Virginia, Delnora Reed Acuff is a proud alumna of Concord University, where she cultivated the foundation for her artistic journey. Her music is a unique and compelling blend, rooted deeply in the sounds of roots music, country, folk, Americana, and bluegrass, all interwoven with a profound sense […]
Blue 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 […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Randy Gilkey is a truly multi-talented and accomplished musician, hailing from Oak Hill, West Virginia. He is celebrated as a singer, a prolific songwriter, a versatile instrumentalist, a skilled producer, and a meticulous recording engineer. Despite losing his eyesight shortly after birth, Gilkey began his musical journey at the tender age […]
Join park naturalists on hikes throughout the day celebrating National Trails Day! We will do a hike to Tunnel 13 at 10:30 a.m. and a hike on the Overhanging Rock Trail at 2 p.m. Meet in front of the Nature Center for all hikes. Contact the Park Naturalist, Sarah, at sarah.e.clark@wv.gov or (304) 643-2931 EXT […]
Join Park Naturalists for a guided hike to celebrate National Trails Day. The 1.2-mile hike will take place along the Piney Ridge Trail, a moderate 1.2-mile loop with a winding stream, breathtaking mountain views, and blooming pink and white mountain laurel. Helpful items will include sturdy walking shoes for uneven terrain with many natural steps, […]
Join us for a hike to celebrate both Tygart Lake and National Trails Day! We'll meet at the Tygart Dam parking area by the Almost Heaven swing. There, you'll hear all about the history and creation of Tygart Lake, get a chance to walk out on the top of the Dam itself, and learn a […]
Celebrate National Trails Day with us by joining a trail cleanup led by our park naturalist. We’ll meet at the main parking area by the bridge. Please bring water, gloves, and sturdy shoes. If you have questions, call Audra State Park at 304-457-1162.
Join park naturalists for a guided hike along the Poke Hollow trail. This 3.5-mile trail of moderate difficulty traverses a variety of habitats, passes two old cemeteries and leads to Twin Falls' highest point.
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV's The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions, when her soulful, powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" prompted all four celebrity judges/coaches to turn their chairs in celebration. Over the years, […]
Join us to celebrate National Trails Day with a 2.5-mile Firefly Discovery Hike. We will be looking for the season’s first sighting of the Synchronous Firefly as well as attempting to discover the rare Blue Ghost Firefly at Watoga State Park. Please no flashlights and no headlamps. Red lights will be provided. Wear closed-toe shoes. […]
📍Headquarters Shelter – Pipestem Resort State Park "Covered Dish Event" presented by Pipestem Foundation. The Pipestem Resort State Park and the Pipestem Foundation cordially invite all individuals with a vested interest in or connection to the park to attend a covered-dish gathering. This Family Reunion Gathering aims to bring attendees together to exchange historical accounts […]
Come see live reptiles and amphibians in person! Learn all about their diets, habitats and what makes them special! This interactive program is fun for the whole family! This is a free event and it will be held at Picnic Shelter 3!
📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder’s performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage A beloved figure in the local music scene, Jeffrey Joe Buckland presents what he describes as "Minimal Americana" music. His repertoire is a rich blend of acoustic interpretations of classics spanning genres such as country, folk, gospel, blues, and rock. In addition to these popular favorites, he also performs a selection […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Matt Mullins, a musician whose sound resonates with "back porch memories," possesses a genuine musicality that moves listeners and makes it undeniably clear that music is deeply ingrained in his soul. This West Virginia native's musical journey began in earnest right after high school. While he is currently best known as […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Pipestem Resort State Park hosts the family-friendly Paper Airplane Flying Contest, the third in a six-part series to find the regional “Champion of All Paper Flyers.” This free event invites all ages to compete across three categories: Junior Aviators (12 and under), Teenage Pilots (13–17), and Master Engineers (18 and over). […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]
It's a Father's Day Buffet at North Bend State Park! From 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., take dad for a feast of North Bend's famous baked steak, sweet honey ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, rolls, salad bar, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages. The price is $28 for adults, $14 for kids 4 to 12, […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person party scene, returns to the Black Bear Grill’s Patio! With his trusty piano in tow, this sensational West Virginia artist is poised to take the stage and deliver a fun, high-energy musical ride for everyone. […]
Get ready for the Bearhole Road Race at Twin Falls Resort State Park. The race starts at the Twin Falls Golf Course Clubhouse parking lot. First place overall winners will be selected in both male and female 5K and 10K division. First, Second and Third place trophies will also be awarded for separate age groups […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The band Bicycle is a distinctive, energetic collective originating in the mountains of West Virginia. Uniquely positioned within the music landscape, the group comprises passionate mountain bikers who are also accomplished musicians, blending their two worlds into a singular artistic expression. Their signature style has been dubbed “Afrolachian Rock,” a term […]
Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) is live at Cacapon Resort on Saturday, June 27, at 7:00 p.m. The educational birds offer a great chance to learn what birds say, “who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?” and to meet other raptors. This nature program focuses on raptors native to West Virginia: hawks, eagles, […]
Strawberry 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 […]
Celebrate Independence Day at North Bend State Park with this family-friendly event at Shelter 3. The gates open at 11 a.m. The Bash features a giant inflatable bouncy house, face painting, tye-dying, hamburgers, hotdogs and a cornhole tournament! Admission is only $5 per person! If you'd like to participate in the cornhole tournament, the cost, […]
Take the sternwheeler to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park on Independence Day to participate in the annual Ringing of the Bell Ceremony. After a proclamation, the Sons of the American Revolution will perform a gun salute and ring the bell 13 times to signify the 13 original colonies. This is the 25th year of this […]
Pipestem Resort State Park
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Andrew, a highly respected figure in the Appalachian music scene, has significantly evolved his artistic journey. For seven years, he was...
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The Migration Celebration is a celebration of West Virginia’s wild birds and our natural heritage. Popular events that attendees have always enjoyed include: birding walks,...
