Beartown State Park
A “maze” of giant sandstone blocks and deep, narrow rock crevices, crossed by wooden boardwalks; the crevices stay chilly even in summer.
Beartown State Park is a unique rock area formed from weathered sandstone. Giant boulders, deep fissures and honeycomb-like hollows create a labyrinthine landscape. The name is said to come from the bears that once roamed the rock caves. A loop boardwalk of about 800 m, with interpretive signs, winds between the rock blocks. In summer the crevices are noticeably cooler, and ice and snow sometimes linger into early summer. Admission is free, and the park is open roughly April to October. It makes a good short family outing and lies about 50 km from Snowshoe. It can be paired with Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October, sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park
- Pearl S. Buck Birthplace
- Watoga State Park
- Falls of Hills Creek
- Cranberry Glades Botanical Area
- Highland Scenic Highway (WV 150)
- Greenbrier River Trail
- Seneca State Forest