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West Virginia State Parks & Forests

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West Virginia State Parks and Forests

…to “promote conservation by preserving and protecting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic, scientific, cultural, archaeological, or historical significance and to provide outdoor recreational opportunities for the citizens of this state and its visitors.” This mission statement, embodied in state law, has been the guiding principal for operating the West Virginia State Park system since its inception in the late 1920s. Additionally, state parks and state forests continue to serve as major tourist attractions and travel destinations.

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Getaways to Ponder

Packaged Rates
A Long List of Deals & Package

Mid-week Cabin/Cottage Discounts
Click Cabin Deals for Specials

'Cabin Escape’ at North Bend
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Jan”NewU”ary Escape
Cacapon Lodge Special

Survey Says!
Room rates are 50% off January 11, 12, 13 and 14, 2013 at Pipestem Resort.
Pipestem Resort

Valentine & Sweetheart Havens
Cacapon – Thursday, February 14
North Bend – February 10-12 weekend
Pipestem – February 10-12 weekend

Special Notices

41st Ski Season
Canaan Valley Skiing and Tubing Park

Standard operational hours/days in ski season
Sun. – Thurs. 9a – 4:30p; Fri, Sat 9a – 8p
Extended hours on MLK and President’s Day weekends.
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Canaan Valley Resort

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