Our Favorite Late-Fall Views in West Virginia State Parks

Stunning lake views aren’t only for the warmer months! Squeeze in one last fall getaway to Stonewall Resort State Park and enjoy the peace of sitting around a fire, watching the tranquil waters. Spend your days hiking around the lake and your nights cozied up in a personal cabin or traditional lodge room.

Take a last-minute fall trip to Lost River State Park for a rewarding hike up the mountain to Cranny Crow Overlook. Here, the 2-mile climb pays off with sweeping views at nearly 3,000 feet above sea level. Look out upon three West Virginia counties and two Virginia counties below. Enjoy a snack, sit down and take a break in the stone hut or snag a photo on one of the new Almost Heaven swings.

Tucked within Audra State Park, Alum Cave Trail is a 2.7-mile loop that takes less than an hour to complete. Traveling under cliffside boardwalk along the Middle Fork River, this trek boasts gorgeous views no matter the time of year.

Nestled within Pipestem Resort State Park, Bolar Lookout Tower offers a new perspective on a West Virginia autumn. Discover yourself in awe at the miles of rolling hills and valleys as far as the eye can see. Extend your visit and book a stay in the lodge or in a personal cozy cabin in the woods.

Stretching 72 miles across north-central and western West Virginia, the North Bend Rail Trail crosses through 36 bridges and 10 tunnels. One of the most renowned recreational trails in the Appalachians, this slice of Almost Heaven is the perfect place to get in a last minute hike or bike ride before the autumn season ends.