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Hawks Nest State Park

Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country, Hawks Nest State Park is a 270-acre recreational area with a nature museum, jetboat rides, hiking trails and one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.

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Nestled in the heart of whitewater rafting country, Hawks Nest State Park is a 270-acre recreational area with a nature museum, jetboat rides, hiking trails and one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.

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What a fabulous State Park. It's a great place to stay. Room was nice, bed was cozy, had a great view of the mountains. The restaurant offered an excellent breakfast, free with stay, and dinner was very good too. The catfish dinner and the sirloin were excellent. If I get back to the area, will support this wonderful state park.

— Angie H.

 

Location

Ansted, West Virginia

 

Hours Of Operation

24/7

 

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Contact

Phone: 304-658-5212

Email: hawksnestsp@wv.gov

Address: 49 Hawks Nest Park Rd, Ansted, WV 25812

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