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Cathedral State Park

Cathedral State Park is the state’s largest old-growth forest and contains one of the largest stands of virgin hemlock in West Virginia. Designated a National Natural Landmark, this 133-acre park offers sanctuary for these ancient trees, as well as 170 species of trees, ferns and wildflowers.

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Cathedral State Park is the state’s largest old-growth forest and contains one of the largest stands of virgin hemlock in West Virginia. Designated a National Natural Landmark, this 133-acre park offers sanctuary for these ancient trees, as well as 170 species of trees, ferns and wildflowers.

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Aurora, West Virginia

 

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24/7

 

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Phone: 304-735-3771

Email: cathedralsp@wv.gov

Address: 12 Cathedral Park Drive, Aurora, WV 26705

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