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Pitching your tent and sleeping under the stars can be just the relaxing getaway you need. For nature lovers, it’s the perfect escape. In West Virginia, you can take this experience to a whole new level and spend the night closer to the stars than ever before. Camp out in the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower way above the forest floor for a night you’ll never forget.

The Seneca State Forest is the largest and oldest forest in West Virginia. 12,884 acres of lush woodlands offer opportunities for hiking while its lake and river are perfect spots for swimming and fishing.
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But perhaps the most iconic attraction in the forest is the 65-foot tall fire tower rising up in the middle of the forest. And the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower is available to rent for overnight stays from May - October.
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The accommodations are simple, boasting two cots, but the rustic space is completely overpowered by the incredible views. With windows on all four sides, you can look in any direction over your vast surroundings.
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The 360-degree scenery is simply stunning. And as day turns into night and the light shifts, the landscape changes like a dramatic movie.
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Perched up above the treetops, you can enjoy a jaw-dropping sunset and sunrise all from the same spot. And when the stars appear at night, the scenery is absolutely magical.
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If you aren't too keen on heights, you can still enjoy an overnight in the forest at one of the lovely cabins on the ground. Or you can always stay the old fashioned way and pitch a tent on one of the secluded campsites.
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Are you ready for an overnight adventure above the canopy? The Thorny Mountain Fire Tower is a coveted spot, and reservations are required in advance.
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Learn more by visiting the West Virginia State Parks website. Address: 10135 Browns Creek Road, Dunmore, WV 24934.

Do you know someone that would adore an overnight stay in this fire tower? For another lofty and fun getaway in West Virginia, check out this treehouse village.

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