The official Site of
Valley Falls State Park
Things to Do
Valley Falls State Park provides its visitors with a selection of activities including picnicking, fishing, game courts and hiking trails.
- Hiking on 18 miles of hiking trails (suitable for all ages and abilities)
- Sightseeing (remains of sawmill and grist mill are still present and the spectacular view of the Great Falls)
- Fishing
- Picnic areas available with picnic tables and shelter rental
- Playgrounds and a Volleyball area
- Horseshoes pitching areas
- Whitewater rafting is nearby
- Parking, bathrooms, drinking fountain and picnic tables are available for the disabled
Hiking Trails
Tygart Valley River Trail - .2 mile
Mostly level with one steep incline
Rhododendron Trail - 3.2 miles
Moderately steep near end, otherwise relatively easy
Deer Trail - 2.1 miles
About 50% nearly level with modest up hill grade
Red Cardinal Trail - 2 miles
All down hill from park entrance.
Dogwood Trail - .8 mile
Steep from Rhododendron Trail, then leveling off
Wild Turkey Trail - 1.2 miles
Extremely steep from either end, otherwise follows near level ridge.
Red Fox Trail - .8 mile
Steep grade from Deer Trail
For your safety
Swimming and wading in the river is not permitted. Alcohol is also prohibited at Valley Falls (§58-31-2.21).
