9 Under-Appreciated State Parks In West Virginia You’re Sure To Love
West Virginia has some famously beautiful state parks, like Blackwater Falls State Park and Babcock State Park. But there are plenty of lesser-known state parks that are worth a visit, too. Check out this list for a few favorites and start planning your trips.
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Cedar Creek State Park is along Cedar Creek in Gilmer County, West Virginia, located about 4 miles south of Glenville. The park has a historic cabin and a one-room schoolhouse. Read more about the park and the charming little town of Glenville here.
This historical park and national historic district has a pioneer homestead and museum located in Harrison County. The park also features swimming, picnicking, hiking trails, and horseback riding.
Little Beaver State Park is state park in Raleigh County packed with things to do. Here you'll find a picnic area, playground, hiking trails, mountain biking trails, fishing in Little Beaver Lake, boat rentals at Little Beaver Lake, and a 46-site campground.
Tomlinson Run State Park is hidden away in the very tip of the Northern Panhandle. It's the only state park in West Virginia to offer camping in a yurt. There are also cabins available. Read more about the park here.
Lost River State Park in Hardy County was named after the 1756 Battle of Lost River. History lovers will appreciate the park, and it also has a variety of sports opportunities, camping, and horseback riding.
This park is alongside Moncove Lake Wildlife Management in Monroe County. The park offers great birdwatching and is right in the path of the fall hawk migration.
West Virginia's tiniest park is just 4 square acres. However, this little park has some big history. The Fairfax Stone is on the borders of Tucker County and Preston County, and also marks the once highly disputed border between West Virginia and Maryland.
Beartown State Park is located on the eastern summit of Droop Mountain, near Hillsboro, WV. This quiet park has nothing but miles of hiking trails, but the beautiful scenery alone makes it worth a visit. Read more about the park here.
This park in Barbour County sits along the Middle Fork River. It's a great destination in the summertime, with natural swimming pools and large, flat rocks that are perfect for sunbathing. There's also a boardwalk that leads to the scenic Alum Cave.
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