The official Site of
Babcock State Park
Things to Do
Visitors to Babcock appreciate the wide variety of recreational facilities maintained at the park for fun and enjoyment. From hiking trails to paddleboats, there is something to suit most every taste.
Game Courts
- horseshoe pits
- volleyball court
- tennis court
- basketball court
*A nominal fee is charged for all recreational facilities. These are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Lake and Boating
Paddleboats, rowboats, and canoes are available for rent at the marina at the 19-acre Boley Lake where good fishing abounds.
Swimming
There is a swimming pool at Babcock. The pool is open on Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from Memorial Weekend thru Labor Day.
The pool is not open on Mondays, except for holiday Mondays, and Wednesdays. Pool hours are 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
End of Summer Pool Hours
Closed, midweek, M - F starting Aug. 23
Open, weekends only, Sat. & Sun. – 10:30 - 5:30.
Open Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 4 - 6 – 10:30 - 5:30
Closed for 2010 Summer Season starting Sept. 7, 2010.
Fishing = Fun
Fishing is available in the park's cool rushing stream. For WV fishing license purchase go online, www.wvfish.com.
Hiking Trails
Babcock has over 20 miles of trails. The scenic overlooks are wonderful.
Print a park map here.
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Horseback Riding
Horseback riding and pony rides for children are available at different times and lengths throughout the summer season. For online stable info: www.babcockstables.com
Summer Naturalist & Programs
The summer park naturalist conducts nature tours, slide and movie presentations, special sport activities and get-togethers. You can also take part with young and old park visitors alike in nature interpretation programs and learn about the trees, ferns, wildflowers, and wildlife of the park.
Quick clicks about Babcock State Park and the area
View Traveling West Virginia – featuring Babcock The Traveling WV Video features the Glade Creek Grist Mill at Babcock State Park. Large file - high speed access Small File - 56K internet access
Visit the Southern West Virginia Convention and Visitors Bureau for an area calendar of events and more attractions
