Blackwater Falls State Park Nearby Attractions

Located on a high plateau in the Allegheny Mountains, Canaan Valley Resort State Park is a beautiful four-season destination. This mountain retreat is home to unparalleled natural beauty and recreational activities. With 160 rooms, 23 cabins, and 34 campsites, our resort provides lodging for any occasion. Perfect your swing on our championship golf course, swim in our outdoor and indoor pools, or ski down our 47 slopes and trails. No matter the season, you’ll find no shortage of family-friendly activities.

Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge is 16,987 acres. The refuge works to preserve the unique wetlands and uplands of this high elevation, moist valley. The valley’s high elevation and position in the Allegheny Mountains combine to create a cool, moist climate more typical in northern regions. Visitors enjoy snowy winters, cool summers and the expansive views looking over grasslands and wetlands. This climate supports species, like balsam fir, cottongrass, woodcock and fisher usually found far north of here. Many plants and animals are near their southern limits amidst the valley’s rugged beauty.

Dining, nightlife and cultural attractions can be found in nearby Davis and Thomas. Come experience a taste of true West Virginia culture in these quaint, small towns.

Monongahela National Forest offers more than 919,000 acres and offers scenic vistas, country roads, flowing streams and abundant plant and animal life. It was established in 1920 and encompasses one of the most ecologically diverse areas in the United States. Elevations range from just under 1,000 feet to 4,863 feet above sea level. Monongahela National Forest is a working forest providing timber, water, grazing, minerals and recreational opportunities.