West Virginia State Parks offer a full range of recreational, educational and nature-based programs held throughout the year. There are planned activities including wildflower walks, dinner theaters, amphitheater performances, and re-enactments to mention a few.
Many of these programs are special events and include an overnight package option and listed in the Calendar of Events.
In addition to events and activities, you are invited to enroll in statewide programs designed for individual, group or family participation. There is no competition and enrollment is for the sheer enjoyment of being outdoors or making a difference by your involvement in state parks and forest preservation, operation and visitation.
Whether you’re an area resident, a first time or regular visitor to West Virginia, or coming back to home, you’re always welcome at your West Virginia State Parks and Forests.
Special Summer Programs
In addition to activities schedule throughout the week at many parks and forests,
These special programs are offered for guest and visitor entertainment.
Adopt-A-Trail
Trail maintenance by volunteers –stewardship action
by groups, organizations and individuals.
Very Important Parks Person (VIPP)
A visitation program to support parks and forests and networking with others that share the same enthusiasm.
Hiking Program
Hiking trails at parks and forests; special hikes; cane shields and walking sticks are part of the program.
West Virginia State Parks offer a full range of recreational, educational and nature-based programs held throughout the year. There are planned activities including wildflower walks, dinner theaters, amphitheater performances, and re-enactments to mention a few.
