7 West Virginia State Park Lodges Worth a Winter Weekend

West Virginians looking for a winter weekend getaway can find a cozy base at state park lodges.

Here are the West Virginia state park lodges that, in our opinion, are worth a winter weekend.

1. Blackwater Falls

Blackwater Falls Lodge puts you at a park that advertises the longest sled run on the East Coast.

Sledding is the main event.

The park has listed cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals, too, for its 10 miles of cross-country trails.

The state parks system calls Blackwater Falls one of the state’s most photographed spots, known in winter for icicles, snow-covered cliffs and a frozen waterfall.

There’s also a warming hut at the sled run with snacks and hot chocolate, plus an outdoor firepit for s’mores.

Back inside, you’ll find an arcade at the lodge with billiards, shuffleboard, basketball and a claw machine.

2. Canaan Valley Resort

Canaan Valley Resort’s lodge sits next to the slopes.

That puts skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing a short walk from your room.

The ski area has 47 downhill trails.

Ahead of the 2025 ski season, the resort announced a new snowmaking pump house and a new snow groomer, part of a $6 million investment.

Skiing isn’t required.

If you’d rather stay off the slopes, the tubing run is listed at 1,200 feet, and the park has offered lighted night sessions on Fridays and Saturdays.

An outdoor ice skating rink gives you a third option.

The lodge also has an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness area, a full-service restaurant and a lounge.

After a day outside, the Spa at Canaan offers hot stone massages.

3. Pipestem Resort

Pipestem Resort’s McKeever Lodge offered a Winter Escape Package for the weekend of Dec. 5 to 7, 2025.

The package bundled two nights at the lodge, a couples massage and two dinners at the Bluestone, with access to the indoor pool and fitness center.

It started at $624 a couple.

That’s a full weekend.

Outside, you’ll find trails promoted for snowshoeing and wildlife watching, including a 3.7-mile loop around the park’s lake.

If you’d rather ski, the park’s Pro Shop has listed rentals, so call ahead.

4. Chief Logan

Chief Logan Lodge sits near the start of the Connector Trail, which links to the Bearwallow Trail in the Hatfield-McCoy trail system.

The lodge is promoted as a base for riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on snow-covered trails.

If you’d rather skip the ride, the park’s drive-thru lights show has run between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve.

You won’t be cold long.

Back at the lodge, you can swim in the indoor pool or work out in the fitness center.

The lobby has a fireplace, and the lodge restaurant serves an Elk Burger with pepper jack and smoky mayo.

5. Cacapon Resort

Cacapon Resort’s lodge has been listed with 48 rooms and a full-service restaurant.

The state parks system’s February 2026 winter guide points you to trails, the Tom Ambrose Nature Center, a spa day and fishing.

Ice fishing typically isn’t permitted, but Cacapon’s two lakes stay open for fishing from the shore.

Bring a book.

The Tom Ambrose Nature Center has exhibits on the park’s natural history, geology and wildlife.

The park’s trails range from easy, flat walks to steeper climbs with mountain views.

The spa offers hot stone massages, facials and body wraps.

If you want a cabin instead, winter availability is limited, so book early.

6. Hawks Nest

Hawks Nest Lodge has a mid-century modern look that the state parks system pitches as a cozy base for a winter getaway.

Guest rooms offer views of the New River Gorge, and the lobby has a fireplace.

A restaurant at the lodge serves meals, so you can eat without a drive.

Winter changes the view.

With the trees bare, you can see more of the canyon than summer leaves allow.

The hike to Mill Creek Falls follows the Hawks Nest Rail Trail, an old coal car railway.

In winter, the falls show frozen cascades and icicles.

The park’s main overlook is accessible to visitors of all abilities, so you can see the gorge without a long walk.

7. Stonewall Resort

Stonewall Resort's Adirondack-style lodge overlooks Stonewall Jackson Lake.

The state parks system says the resort's heated indoor-outdoor swimming pool is open year-round.

Pack a swimsuit.

If you'd rather stay out of the water, the resort lists a lakeside fire pit for gatherings and a full-service spa with everything from Swedish massages to facials.