Tygart Lake State Park, Grafton, WV. Mon-Tues, Sept 8-9, 2025. This state park, in the foothills…read moreof the Allegheny mountains in scenic north-central West Virginia, features a 10-mile long, 1,750 acre lake. The lake offers the usual water activities (swimming, boating, scuba diving, fishing (bass!), but also Adventure Lake with inflatables (closed when we visited). There are also trails for family-friendly hiking or biking, as well as options for staying overnight (a lodge and campground). There are also playgrounds for the kiddos. Our activities included: *Stopped at the PARK OFFICE to pick up a map. The ranger was friendly and helpful. The NATURE CENTER in the same building was closed. *Checked out the overlook near the DAM which regulates the waters of the Tygart Valley River. This is a tourist-friendly area with a visitors center/restrooms, informational signs, covered picnic tables, outdoor tables with phone charging stations, a WV photo-op at an "Almost Heaven" swing, free parking, and more. The U.S. Corps of Engineers also offers free tours of the dam every Friday in June, July, and August; pre-registration is required. *HIKED the easy Tygart Dam Trail (1.7 miles out-and-back, 160' elevation gain) that connects the Tygart Lake Dam to the Tygart Lodge. The trail was mostly flat, except for a steep paved section at the very beginning/ending on the dam side. There were limited views of the lake from the trail due to foliage, except near the lodge. Our turn around point was the lodge. We sat on a bench on the stairwell going up to the lodge to drink some water and eat a snack; a minor concern was that wasn't a bench in the shade. *Finally, we CAMPED overnight in our Class-B (van-sized) RV in the campground. There are 36 well-maintained sites, of which 26 are non-electric sites ($29.99/night) and 10 that offer 50-amp electric and water for $39.99. While the office on-site was closed when we arrived (Mon, 3:45 pm), there was a sign outlining ways to pay either by calling or online. Each site had a picnic table and fire ring. The restrooms/showers, about 50 yards from our site, were clean. We were one of only two campers on the night that we visited so it was very peaceful, and we enjoyed being able to see the dark night sky. We noted, however, that the sites are close together and campers wouldn't have much privacy at busier times. Also, wi-fi was unstable at our (but not all) sites. Overall, we had a very peaceful stay. While we encountered occasional people in the park office, on the trails, in the dam area, and in the campground, it was mostly a solitary experience on a Monday-Tuesday in early September. Also, some of the attractions (Adventure Lake, kayak rental, the Nature Center, campground office) were closed. We didn't have any security concerns. We hope to return one day.

I will never forget my experience at Tygart Lake State Park. What could have been a frightening and…read moredangerous situation instead became one of the safest and most welcoming places I have ever been in my life. Special, heartfelt thanks to Park Ranger Patrick Miller -- truly a power ranger in every sense of the word. Ranger Miller immediately understood that it would have been far more dangerous to turn me away from an RV site. I was a first-time RV driver, snow was coming in, and I am from Louisiana, with no experience driving in winter conditions. His judgment, compassion, and leadership quite literally kept me safe. He tried to help me reverse the camper himself, assessed the situation carefully, and made sure I was secure -- recognizing that I had a winterized vehicle with its own bathroom and that staying put was the safest option. Under his leadership, his team -- JR, John, JJ, and others -- checked on me repeatedly, helped me make a fire, and even jumped my car when it stalled, despite the fact that roadside assistance never showed up when it should have. When my car stalled again later at The Lodge, they were there for me again. People like Jason from Tygart Lake and everyone associated with this park showed up every single time I needed help -- calmly, professionally, and with genuine care. What stood out most was that they didn't just "do their jobs." They cared. Every person I encountered at Tygart Lake State Park made me feel protected, respected, and welcomed. Under the leadership of Park Ranger Patrick Miller, this team embodies what public service is supposed to be. I truly felt like I was meant to be here, and I have never felt safer anywhere. This park -- and the people who run it -- are a treasure. I am deeply grateful. Update: 12/18/25 Horrible Customer Service at GIFT SHOP I bought a one-of-a-kind, hand-blown glass ornament from the lodge gift shop that was supposed to light up. No one tested it at purchase, and when I got back to my room it didn't work. A staff member told me to bring it back for a battery replacement, but when I returned a different staff member was condescending and treated me like I was trying to get away with something over a $2 battery. I've spent close to $1,000 at the lodge in about a week, and this experience left me feeling accused instead of helped. By the time anyone tried to make it right, the tone had already done the damage, and I ended up canceling my New Year's Eve booking and taking my business elsewhere. This wasn't about the battery--it was about how I was treated.

Front desk staff was amazing! Went above and beyond. They over sold the suite rooms we booked and…read moreupgraded us to double conjoining rooms instead. Also they were short a pack and play for our babies and went out, purchased one and set it up in our room while we were out at dinner. I wish I knew her name, but she was working 6/27 pm! She was the sweetest. Had great Libby area to hang out in and nice fenced in outside. Weather was rainy so we didn't go out but looked really nice if you have a nice night out! We will definitely be back again.

The good: staff is extremely friendly. Rooms and area clean as you'd expect for a hotel. It was in…read morea good idea as far as proximity to things. It's pretty quiet even for being close to the interstate. The bad: housekeeping entered the room and failed to lock my room back up. As a female traveling with my young child, I have about a dozen scenarios of what could've happened running through my head. Not to mention the fact that my items left in my room while I was out could have been taken. Around 9:30pm on the same night, we went to unlock the side door from a trip out to the gas station & a slew of teen boys darn near knocked us over running out of the door, not paying attention to us unlocking it. While that's not on the hotel itself- the other group of young boys yelling, running, knocking on doors until probably 10:30-10:40PM, I will say I KNOW the lobby heard it and could have enforced them to simmer down or to have parents present. It was absolutely ridiculous that other patrons had to open their doors to tell these boys not to be knocking on their doors. I also had reserved the room with a special package from the app that included 2 drink vouchers and extended checkout. These were not mentioned to me. And the staff at the desk had to go back into my file to find it. Also they charged me $40 additional in incidental fees that I now have to wait to be returned, that's just annoying.

I have a CDL, and have been driving large vehicles for well over a decade. I have a 45' coach bus…read morewith a tag axel. We got to this park in the middle of the night, and had everything all pre-arranged with the office (including payment). When we got here, the roads were a bit narrow, but, even in the blizzard conditions, we were able to make our way (albeit very slowly) back to our lot. Once we got there, the pad itself is completely paved, and relatively level. The width of the pad is the exact width of our bus, therefore, you need to have a bit of driving skills to maneuver around here. We got one of the 50 amp sites (only 6 on property) and had a great view of the lodge and resort through our main windows. In addition, we have seen a law enforcement officer, plow truck, and one or two park vehicles drive by since we have been here. Oh yeah, we are the only people here now. One thing I will say about the park. The spots are not all that long, and there is really no reason for that. There is plenty of space at the end of the paved pad to continue on for 20-25 additional feet. I am not sure why they do not do that. Anyhow, on to the resort. The resort is a short walk across a beautiful foot bridge that extends over the water that surrounds the campground. When we got over there, we went to go book our spa appointments, and take a look at the indoor pool. You can read my other review on the resort for more information for that resort. Suffice it to say, that NOT ALL AMENITIES at the resort are included with the price of admission to the campground. During the winter months, it is $8 a day for up to four people to use the indoor / outdoor pool and hottubs. This is just a nuisance fee that truly serves no purpose. Just ask before you assume here. The rate during the summer is $15 a day for four people to use the pool or hottubs. The campground has beautiful amenities, and is really a nice place to stay and relax. During the summer months, the trees would be in full bloom, and would allow you to take advantage of the fire ring and nice gravel picnic areas on each site. This is definitely a place we will be coming back to.

My family and I went tent camping, so I can't speak for the RV sites. We had an enjoyable time. The…read moresites were clean, with garbage receptacles located nearby (enclosed to keep wildlife out.) The tent sites are a short walk from the bath house, and are located right on the lake. The sites provide a raised wooden platform for your tent as well as a picnic table and fire pit. The park doesn't allow outside firewood but you can purchase small bundles (6-7 pieces) for a little over $7. Lots of wildlife to see, and the fishing is good. Our family will be back!

Beautiful park for hiking. They have several playgrounds, a cemetery, dog park, and the resort…read more The hiking trails themselves are nice but they are not marked well. We just used the lake as our guide.

We visited the park while staying at Stonewall and we were very surprised no one was there. It is a…read morebeautiful park with so much to do, where were all the people? We had the fitness trail and playground to ourselves. We visited the marina to feed the fish but unfortunately they had closed for the day so we couldn't purchase any food. If you are in the area, visit this park!

Nice quit place with 6 spots and full hook ups. 15 per night or 450 per month. Spot 5 has a phone…read moreline ran to it. I'm here working a construction project so I went ahead and got phone and internet service. Cell phone coverage is pretty bad you will need a booster if you want any kind of cell signal.

This regional airport is great with easy access and easy TSA screening. Paid parking now . Out of…read moretwo airlines that fly out of this airport I have only flown one "Contour air". Today flying to their hub Charlotte NC we couldn't land because The plane didn't have enough fuel to wait out the fog. Why is that ? The first outgoing flight is low on fuel ? So I'm at the Raleigh Durum airport sitting in the plane waiting for the plane to get fuel. Not impressed with this airline.

I was in disbelief when I showed up just a little over an hour early for my flight and there wasn't…read moreanyone at the counter, there were a couple of TSA agents that came by. Is was clean, quiet, and a very nice experience compared to other airports.