West Virginia's Blackwater Falls Has The Longest Sled Run In The East

It’s appropriate that West Virginia can lay claim to the longest, fastest sled run on the East Coast. After all, we do have the longest, deepest river gorge in Eastern America (the New River Gorge, of course!) cutting through our backyard, as well as two of the highest bridges in the world (the New River Gorge Bridge and the Glade Creek Bridge) spanning it. So of course, it’s fitting that Blackwater Falls Sled Run is among the longest, fastest sled runs in the nation!

One of West Virginia's favorite state parks is just as stunning in the winter as it is in spring, summer, and even fall: Blackwater Falls State Park.

With the falling of the first snow, it transforms into a magical winter wonderland that you almost have to see for yourself to believe.

But in addition to the scenery, there's another aspect of Blackwater Falls State Park that you just have to experience for yourself this winter: the sled run.

It's the longest sled run you can find anywhere in the Eastern United States, making it the perfect wintertime splurge for an adventure the whole family will love.

It opens Thursdays to Sundays in mid-to-late December each year, depending on weather, and typically stays open through the month of February and into early March.

You don't even have to climb back up the hill when you're done...you can get pulled up a narrow lift on your sled while you relax and gear up for another exciting run!

Lift tickets are $22 on Thursdays and $26 on weekends and holidays for a two-hour sledding session. Children five and under ride free.

To learn more about Blackwater Falls State Park’s amazing sled run or purchase lift tickets, visit their website here. For another fun winter activity while you wait for the hill to open, make sure to check out this free massive drive-through light festival in Bluefield that runs from Thanksgiving to Christmas!

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