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How to Camp at Beech Fork State Park in West Virginia

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By James Barnett
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Beech Fork State Park is located a few miles south of Huntington, West Virginia near the Kentucky and Ohio border. The park surrounds a beautiful lake and offers several amenities for the recreation and boating enthusiast. Upscale campers have the option to rent cabins. Campers can swim in the park's pool all summer.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Good walking shoes,
  • Bicycles
  • Fishing equipment
  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  1. Step 1

    Opt to spend the night by either renting a cabin or securing a campsite. The cabins have all the modern conveniences. The campground includes selective sites along the lake shore. Each designated camping area has bathing facilities. Note that reservations for such accommodations are required.

  2. Step 2

    Rent a pedal boat or rowboat. Rentals are on the hour or half-hour basis and vary in price. The park has a boat launch for those wishing to bring their own boat.

  3. Step 3

    Rent fishing gear at the marina. Bait and a fishing license are also available for purchase. The marina displays photographs of trophy catches over the years.

  4. Step 4

    Swim in the beautiful park pool. There is a nominal fee to access the pool. The pool includes a bathhouse and locker facilities. The pool is very popular during the summer months. Note that swimming in the lake is prohibited.

  5. Step 5

    Ride bikes along many of the bike trails throughout the park. The park roads also invite bike riding. There are several open meadows where deer are grazing and clearly visible along the bike paths.

  6. Step 6

    Hike any number of trails scattered throughout the park. The trails range from easy to moderate and also vary in length. The trails extend through pristine woodlands where squirrels and deer are plentiful. The forest floor is covered in beautiful ferns and flowering plants in season.

Tips & Warnings
  • Beech Fork is an all season park. The swimming pool is open only during summer months and can get crowded, especially on the weekends. Winter can be cold and harsh with limited activities. Spring and autumn offer the most temperate climate. Prices for cabins, camping, swimming and rentals vary and can alter from season to season. Check first before arriving to see what the current prices are. Huntington is a major city in West Virginia with a wide variety of lodging and dining choices.
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