Holly River State Park
At a Glance
Holly River State Park spans more than 8,100 acres of rolling mountains, deep hollows, and cascading streams in Webster County, making it West Virginia’s second-largest state park. Multiple waterfall trails, including Shupe’s Chute and Tenskwatawa Falls, highlight the park’s stunning natural features, while spring wildflowers blanket the forest floor. With over 40 miles of trails, camping, cabins, a swimming pool, and sports courts, Holly River blends family-friendly amenities with scenic backcountry hiking in the Allegheny foothills.
Activities
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Camping
- Biking
- E-Bike
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Features
- Waterall
- Wildflower
- History
- Cabins
Difficulty
Season
All-Year; Day-Use;
Campground closed in Winter
Area Trails
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Safety
Cell service may not be available during your hike. Please plan accordingly and always follow Leave No Trace principles.
While Class 1 and Class 2 E-Bikes are permitted on some trails in Holly River State Park, use is prohibited within the Monongahela National Forest. Click here for more information about USFS e-bike policies.
Directions
From Cowen, drive north on WV-20 for 14 miles to Webster Springs, then turn left to continue on WV-20 for another 20.5 miles. Turn right onto Park Road and continue to the park offices.
From Elkins, drive west on US-48 for 22 miles into Buckhannon. Turn left onto WV-20 and continue for 32 miles, and turn left onto Park Road.
Nearby Towns
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