#28 of 73 state parks in West Virginia
Best trails in Watoga State Park, West Virginia
Looking for a great trail in Watoga State Park, West Virginia? AllTrails has 5 great hiking trails, forest trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Ready for some activity? There are 4 moderate trails in Watoga State Park ranging from 4.4 to 8.3 miles and from 2,070 to 3,215 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
Description
As West Virginia's largest state park, Watoga State Park features a multitude of recreational activities which include: hiking, boating, swimming, biking, camping, and fishing. Check out Watoga Lake as it is known for excellent fishing opportunities. Watoga State Park also contains an observation tower, a multipurpose building and museum. Before Watoga was a park, it used to be a state forest dedicated to timber and wildlife preserve and was changed into a state park after World War II. Nowadays, the park is still being improved and more additions are occurring.
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Top trails (5)
Bear Pen Run Trail to Buck and Doe Trail
#2 - Bear Pen Run Trail to Buck and Doe Trail
Watoga State Parkmoderate
(5)
(5)Length: 5.6 mi • Est. 2 h 14 m
Ann Bailey Trail
#4 - Ann Bailey Trail
Watoga State Parkmoderate(7)
(7)Length: 8.3 mi • Est. 4 h 20 m
Ann Bailey Trail to the Ann Bailey Lookout Tower. Part of the Watoga Trail System. Meets 3 other trails. Show more
Fred E. Brooks Memorial Arboretum Loop
#5 - Fred E. Brooks Memorial Arboretum Loop
Watoga State Parkmoderate(8)
(8)Length: 4.4 mi • Est. 1 h 45 m
