Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park is located on Droop Mountain in Pocahontas County, which was the site of the last major battle of the American Civil War in West Virginia.

The Battle of Droop Mountain occurred in 1863 and saw Confederate Forces losing the state to Union troops. The 276-acre park honors the casualties of the battle and features a wooden observation tower and a small Civil War museum with exhibits and displays telling the story of the fight. The park also features family-friendly hiking trails, guided tours of the battlefield site, and other exciting and educational experiences.

683 Droop Park Road, Hillsboro, WV 24946, Phone: 304-653-4254

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