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{{Park
{{Park
|Banner Image=File:Pipestem Entrance.jpg
|Park Type=State Park
|Park Type=State Park
|Park Website=https://wvstateparks.com/park/pipestem-resort-state-park/
|Park Website=https://wvstateparks.com/park/pipestem-resort-state-park/
|Trail Map Link=https://wvstateparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/PipestemResortStatePark_brochure_map-1.pdf
|Trail Map Link=https://wvstateparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/PipestemResortStatePark_brochure_map-1.pdf
|Entrance Fee Type=None
|Activities=Hiking, Boating, Biking, Geocaching, Horses, Fishing
|Activities=Hiking, Boating, Biking, Geocaching, Horses, Fishing
|Features=Waterfalls, Vistas, Rivers, Lakes
|Features=Waterfalls, Vistas, Rivers, Lakes
|Park Amenities=Golf, Disc Golf, Pools, Sports, Picnicking, Playgrounds
|Park Amenities=Golf, Disc Golf, Pools, Restaurant, Sports, Picnicking, Playgrounds
|Park Trail Count=14
|Park Trail Miles=18.5
|Lodging Types=Lodge/Inn/Hotel, Cabins, Campground
|Lodging Types=Lodge/Inn/Hotel, Cabins, Campground
|Camping Amenities=Site water, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, Tent only, Showers, Clothes Washing, Playgrounds, Wi-Fi, Camp Store
|Camping Amenities=Site water, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, Tent only, Showers, Clothes Washing, Playgrounds, Wi-Fi, Camp Store
|City=Pipestem
|City=Pipestem
|Area=4,050 acres
|Area=4,050 acres
|Parking=37.53236, -80.99402
|Main Location=37.53236, -80.99402
}}
}}
{{Park trail map}}
{{Park trail map}}
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== Park Trails ==
== Park Trails ==
<!-- A list of trails in the park. Ideally automatically generated from trail pages listing here as its "park" -->
The park has the following trails to explore.
{{Park trail table}}


[http://www.pipestemresort.com/hiking.html Official trail list and descriptions]
[http://www.pipestemresort.com/hiking.html Official trail list and descriptions]
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==Other Park Amenities==
==Other Park Amenities==
* Aerial tram
* Aerial tram
** Tram is typically ran Fridays through Mondays
* Golf course
* Golf course
* Indoor/Outdoor Pools
* Indoor/Outdoor Pools
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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{{Park trail gallery|Park={{PAGENAME}}}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=South Side Trail
|Trail Distance=0.6 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=River Trail
|Trail Distance=5.25 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Turkey Spur Trail
|Trail Distance=1 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=North Side Trail
|Trail Distance=0.3 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Long Branch Trail
|Trail Distance=0.3 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Lick Hollow Trail
|Trail Distance=1.6 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Law Hollow Trail
|Trail Distance=0.5 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Lake View Trail
|Trail Distance=0.4 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Farley Loop Trail
|Trail Distance=3 mi
|Difficulty=Hard
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Dogwood Trail
|Trail Distance=0.6 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=County Line Trail
|Trail Distance=1.9 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Cottage Trail
|Trail Distance=0.7 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Canyon Rim Trail
|Trail Distance=0.7 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Bluestone Turnpike Trail
|Trail Distance=8.5 mi
|Difficulty=Medium
|Trail Marking=Unknown
|Trail Highlight=Connects to Bluestone State Park
}}
{{Trail Stub
|Trail=Lake Shore Trail
|Trail Distance=2.2 mi
|Difficulty=Easy
|Trail Marking=Unknown
}}
{{Map Marker
|Icon Type=Parking
|Marker Title=Parking
|Marker Description=Main location
|Marker Location=37.53236, -80.99402
}}

Latest revision as of 10:13, 25 June 2023

Pipestem Resort State Park
Pipestem Entrance.jpg
Park Type State Park
Located Pipestem, West Virginia
External Links Official Website

Official Trail Map

Entrance Fee None
ActivitiesThings to do at the park HikingBoatingBikingGeocachingHorsesFishing
Park AmenitiesThings built to enjoy or use at the park GolfDisc GolfPoolsRestaurantSportsPicnickingPlaygrounds
FeaturesNatural things to see at the park WaterfallsVistasRiversLakes
Park Trails

15 Trails / Total of 27.55 miles44.337 km <br />

Lodging Types Lodge/Inn/HotelCabinsCampground
Camping Amenities

Site waterDump station20 amp electrical30 amp electricalTent onlyShowersClothes WashingPlaygroundsWi-FiCamp Store

Park Area 4,050 acres16.39 km² <br />
Operated By
Main Location 37° 31' 56.50" N, 80° 59' 38.47" W Map
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Park Overview[edit]

Pipestem Resort State Park offer many outdoor activities, most notably the seasonal aerial tramway. The tramway is the only public access to the secluded Mountain Creek Lodge on the other side of the Bluestone River.

How to get there[edit]

Park Trails[edit]

The park has the following trails to explore.

Park Trails Distance Difficulty Marking Usage Highlight
Bluestone Turnpike TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 8.50 mi Medium Unknown Connects to Bluestone State Park
Canyon Rim TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.70 mi Easy Unknown
Cottage TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.70 mi Easy Unknown
County Line TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 1.90 mi Medium Unknown
Dogwood TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.60 mi Easy Unknown
Farley Loop TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 3.00 mi Hard Unknown
Lake Shore TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 2.20 mi Easy Unknown
Lake View TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.40 mi Easy Unknown
Law Hollow TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.50 mi Easy Unknown
Lick Hollow TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 1.60 mi Easy Unknown
Long Branch TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.30 mi Easy Unknown
North Side TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.30 mi Easy Unknown
River TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 5.25 mi Medium Unknown
South Side TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 0.60 mi Easy Unknown
Turkey Spur TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. 1.00 mi Easy Unknown

Official trail list and descriptions

Park Lodging[edit]

Park offers lodge rooms, cottages, and campsites

Campground[edit]

The campground has a total of 82 sites: 31 with full hookup, 19 with electric only, and an additional 32 sites that are standard sites with no hook up. Amenities include a heated bathhouse, laundry, campground store, games, and a playground area is on-site and open year round. Some campers have expressed that units over 25 feet in length are difficult to fit. If your camper is a greater length, feel free to contact the park to talk about sites and suitability. If arriving without reservation, stop at the check-in station first before occupying a site.

Lodge[edit]

The park offers two lodges, the main one McKeever lodge and the seasonal Mountain Creek Lodge only accessible by use of the tramway.

McKeever Lodge has 113 modern guest rooms and suites with some rooms offering gorge views. It features an indoor heated pool, game room, saunas, and exercise room, Bluestone Dining Room, a full service restaurant, and the Canyon Rim Cafe. Wireless access is available throughout the lodge and in most guest rooms. As well as a gift shop, reading areas, conference center, observation deck, and public foyers and lobbies.
Note: As evident by signs observed in the halls, and reviews online, lodge rooms have little sound proofing leading to apparent frequent noise complaints.

Mountain Creek Lodge is a 30 room lodge typically opening in mid-May through the last Saturday in October. These rooms offer cable TV, free wi-fi, microwaves, refrigerators, telephones and a relaxing view of the Bluestone River. The compact refrigerators include a small freezer section and total approximately 4 cubic feet. It also contains the Mountain Creek Restaurant, a gourmet restaurant, serving dinner dining by reservations only.

Cabins[edit]

The park has 26 fully-equipped rental cottages complete with linens, cooking utensils, Cable TV, telephone, air conditioning, microwave and fireplace. These units vary in size from two-bedroom to four-bedroom and are available for year-round rentals.

One cottage is fully accessible and thirteen (13) of the cottage units are designated as pet-friendly.

Cottages of note:

  • Cabins 1-13 are more secluded, the others are walking distance to playgrounds

Other Park Amenities[edit]

  • Aerial tram
    • Tram is typically ran Fridays through Mondays
  • Golf course
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pools
  • Playgrounds
  • Amphitheater
  • Conference center
  • Picnic areas
  • Nature center
  • Pavilions
  • Tennis courts
  • Basketball courts
  • R/C Racetrack
  • Disc golf
  • Foot golf
  • Fling golf
  • Horseback riding/stables
  • Miscellaneous (paddle boating, canoeing, bicycling, horseshoes, archery)

Fees, Permits, etc.[edit]

Misc. Information[edit]

Nearby Attractions[edit]

Winterplace for winter skiing

Gallery[edit]