Spanning 270 acres across Fayette County, Hawks Nest State Park provides an adventure-seekers dream filled with rafting, jet boat rides, and hiking. The New River Gorge National River’s vigorous rapids make this the most difficult place for white water rafting in the country. An aerial tramway and platforms give outstanding views of the surrounding woodlands and river. Nature lovers looking for a quiet respite can also enjoy the nature museum to learn about local wildlife. The Hawks Nest Lodge contains 31 hotel rooms and accommodates events and conferences. The nearby Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park in Summersville contains a Civil War battlefield with reenactments.

49 Hawks Nest Road, Ansted, WV, Phone: 304-658-5212

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