This Unique West Virginia Overlook Is Actually A Hotel And You Can Spend The Night

The West Virginia State Parks system is one of the best in the nation. Beautiful settings, free admission, wonderful add-ons and amenities - West Virginia State Parks offer it all and then some. And one of the extra special spots within the state park system is Tygart Lake Lodge in Grafton. Calling this a lodge with a beautiful West Virginia view is an understatement. Actually, what you have here in Tygart Lake State Park is one of West Virginia's prettiest overlooks, and it just so happens to also be a luxurious hotel where you can spend the night!

Tucked away in north-central West Virginia, Tygart Lake State Park is a quiet, lakefront vacation destination with absolutely breathtaking views.

And the best way to enjoy these amazing views of mountains and lake is with an overnight stay in the Tygart Lake State Park Lodge, located just south of Grafton, West Virginia.

With 20 comfortable rooms and space to spread out throughout the lodge, this hotel-on-an-overlook is the perfect landing pad for a memorable, restful getaway.

Plus, there are a handful of pet-friendly rooms available as well if you ask at booking.

The crown jewel of this state park is Tygart Lake, a 10-mile long, 1,750-acre boating, water skiing, scuba diving, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing paradise that the lodge overlooks.

Tygart Lake was created in 1938, when the U.S. Corps of Engineers built the dam that formed the Tygart River Reservoir.

In addition to the lake and the lodge, Tygart Lake State Park also features campgrounds, cabins, a nature center, and a full-service restaurant.

Thanks to its location in the lodge overlooking the park, the restaurant also features lakefront views.

To learn more about booking a stay at this lodge near Grafton that offers one of the best overnight views in the state, head over to the West Virginia State Parks website. For another room with a view, try this cozy little tiny house tucked away near Mathias.