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Situated in the mountains of Pocahontas County, Watoga State Park is West Virginia’s largest state park, covering an impressive 10,100 acres. It offers plenty of recreational activities, including 40 miles of hiking trails, cabins, and fishing and boating opportunities in Watoga Lake. In October 2021, the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) recognized Watoga State Park as an official Dark Sky Park, making it a fantastic location for camping under the spectacular starry skies of Almost Heaven.

Lake Sherwood is a beautiful 164-acre reservoir that is a popular recreation spot for camping, picnicking, swimming, and boating. There are several hiking trails, a beach, and plenty of camping options. There are restrooms with running water and hot showers in summer, and vault toilets and hand-pump wells if you visit during the spring and fall.

Blackwater Falls State Park, nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, covers 2,358 acres and features scenic trails, dense forests, and beautiful waterfalls. The park's highlight is the 57-foot Blackwater Falls, known for its amber waters, and scenic overlooks that are some of the most photographed in the state. The park includes over 20 miles of short and extended trails, a campground with 65 tent and trailer sites, and a camp store, which is great for resupplying if you're hiking the Allegheny Trail. There is also a lodge and a nice restaurant, perfect for a comfortable overnight stay to explore more of this beautiful area.

Cheat Lake spans across 1,730 acres and is a man-made reservoir, with certain areas known as "the backwaters," ideal for activities like swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. At this point, you'll find the end of the Cheat Lake Trail, providing a pleasant spot to pause and enjoy some remarkable views.

Cheat Lake spans across 1,730 acres and is a man-made reservoir, with certain areas known as "the backwaters", ideal for activities like swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. At this point, you'll find the end of the Cheat Lake Trail, providing a pleasant spot to pause and enjoy some remarkable views.

This small pond, nestled within Coopers Rock State Forest, is enveloped by lush greenery. While fishing or swimming isn't permitted, a charming dock provides an epic view of the water, making it an ideal spot to take a break.

The Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area covers nearly 23,000 acres of forest and mountain lands. Sleepy Creek Lake is the centerpiece of the property while hiking trails wind through the landscape and provide different views of the surrounding hills and towns.

If you are looking for a weekend getaway at a resort with great views and activities for everyone, give consideration to Cacapon Resort State Park. Open year-round, the park covers over 6,000 wooded acres and offers several options for lodging. Visitors may participate in activities such as hiking, mountain biking, fishing, golfing, horseback riding, and more. The park was initially constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, but additions and renovations continued throughout the decades.