State Parks, Forests
Longtime West Virginia state parks leader details the park system’s real impact
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After more than five decades working inside the West Virginia State Park system, former superintendent Scott Durham says the actual value of state parks goes far beyond scenic overlooks and cabin reservations. “State parks seem like a simple thing,...
West Virginia State Parks Foundation awarded $17,500 grant for forestry work
HURRICANE, W.Va. — The West Virginia State Parks Foundation has received a $17,500 grant from the...
Exclusive dinner series at Pipestem Resort State Park showcases new menu
PIPESTEM, W.Va. — Tickets are now available for a special dinner series at Pipestem Resort State...
Stargazing cabins open at Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia officials today announced the opening of the first five...
West Virginia’s Farm-to-Table dinner series returns with scenic feasts, local flavor
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The highly anticipated Farm-to-Table Dinner Series to be hosted at 10 West Virginia state parks in 2025 will celebrate local flavors, scenic settings, and unforgettable dining experiences. Guests are invited to enjoy curated menus crafted with...
Coopers Rock State Forest in W.Va. doubles number of campsites
BRUCETON MILLS, W.Va. — Twenty-five new campsites have been opened at Coopers Rock State Forest near Morgantown, West Virginia, doubling the number of sites on the 12,747-acre park renowned for its views of the Cheat River canyon. According to Brett McMillion,...
West Virginia unveils daily one-mile trail program in 32 state parks
BEAVER, W.Va. — To encourage West Virginians to walk at least one mile daily, state officials are designating one-mile hiking trails in 32 parks as “Mountaineer Mile” challenge trails. Governor Patrick Morrisey gathered with other state officials to announce the...
Pinnacle Rock geologic marvel in West Virginia part of larger formation
BRAMWELL, W.Va. — Towering above the valley of the Bluestone River in southern West Virginia, legendary Pinnacle Rock has captivated visitors for millennia. A capstone on a giant wall, it soars more than 120 feet above the spine of Black Oak Mountain in Pinnacle Rock...