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NatureNational & State Parks

There’s A Little Slice Of Paradise Hiding Right Here In West Virginia… And You’ll Want To Visit

Published Jul 7, 2016

Written by 

Rachel Whetstone

West Virginia is full of state parks, but Beartown State Park in Greenbrier county comes up time and time again as a favorite destination. This serene forest doesn't have a restaurant or commercial activities, just 110 acres of natural wonder.

The park is known for its unique rock formations.

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Beartown state park was named after these rock hollows, which people thought looked like good homes for bears.

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A boardwalk winds through the park, making hiking a little bit easier.

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Steps take you up higher through the rocks to enjoy the scenery below.

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Moss covers many of the rocks, making everything a stunning green.

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Take a trip this summer, and let the rocks inspire your imagination!

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If you find Beartown State Park intriguing, you might also like these other rock formations and caves.

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