Pipestem State Park Nearby Attractions

Untamed and majestic, this tranquil lakeside park near Hinton makes an ideal retreat. Modern cabins are available for rent (14 year-round, 12 seasonal), as are four distinct campgrounds. There are a total of 120 campsites for the perfect getaway along the serene lakeside.

Remarkable waterfalls and lush, thick forests make this park a Mercer County highlight. Simple campgrounds for campers (including one for horses) are available for rent. Camp Creek also has a remote pack-in-pack-out site for backpackers – a real treat for a rustic experience.

With a nearly 1000-seat theater, state-of-the-art audio and visual capability and stunning architecture, the Chuck Mathena Center is a one-of-a-kind experience in southern West Virginia. Located in Princeton, the stage plays host to year-long national touring productions, theatre and musicals, concerts, dance and more.

Learn more about West Virginia’s rich rail history at the Hinton Railroad Museum. Browse through artifacts from the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway from 1873 to the present day. The museum is open from June through August in downtown Hinton.

The National Coal Heritage Trail’s Interpretative Center is housed in a charming, reconstructed train depot at 100 Station Square in Bramwell. The center displays relics from West Virginia’s coal history, making for a fascinating and historic excursion.

This park encompasses more than 70,000 acres of land along the New River — one of the oldest rivers in North America. The rugged mountains were once home to several coal mining camps, and some historical artifacts and buildings remain. Recreational opportunities include whitewater rafting, fishing, hiking and rock climbing.

Delve into more historical artifacts, ranging from the Revolutionary War to the present day, with emphasis on World War II. Journey through time and remember the sacrifice of those who were called to defend our rights and the rights of others.

Salute our veterans at the Veterans Memorial Museum in Hinton. The museum features memorabilia dating back to the Revolutionary War to the present day, all donated by citizens of Summers County.