Posted in West Virginia
April 21, 2016
There’s No Better Place to Be Than This Hot Spring In West Virginia
West Virginia is home to one of the most incredible hot springs in The United States. Berkeley Springs Park offers visitors hot and cold natural mineral springs. The park’s historic mineral spas are one of the state’s biggest tourist attractions.
The mineral water is celebrated for both its medicinal and restorative powers. it can be taken orally to deal with digestive disorders and bathed in to help relieve stress.
This is the only spa in the United States that is run by the government. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources solely operates the spa.
Families come from all across the United States to enjoy the Berkeley Spring's mineral water hot springs.
The springs were often visited by Native Americans and it was a favorite spot of George Washington.
The hot springs stay at 74.3 degrees all year round, making them popular even in the fall and winter.
Children find the hot springs relaxing and fascinating.
Part of the hot spring is named after Lord Fairfax who owned the property back in the 1700s.
The Roman Bath House features 750 gallons of mineral water in a ceramic private walk-in tub. The water can be heated to 102 degrees Farenheit.
The spa is rich in history. The property was put up for sale in 1776. George Washington, three signers of the Declaration of Independence, four signers of the Constitution, seven members of the Continental Congress, as well as five Revolutionary generals were among the prominent colonists who made initial purchases there.
If you are looking for a beautiful place to relax and relieve stress look no further than the Berkeley Springs State Park!
