West Virginia is home to many amazing state parks. Some are world-famous, like Babcock State Park and Blackwater Falls State Park, but there are lesser known state parks that are no less beautiful. Take a look at the natural wonders of Audra State Park near Buckhannon.

Audra State Park is situated along the Middle Fork River in Barbour County.

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The park was formerly the site of an old grist mill.

TripAdvisor/JukeJointJimmy You can still see the remains of the mill at the park.

The flat stones along the river make it a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing in the summer.

West Virginia State Parks/Facebooka The riverside has drawn swimmers here for generations.

You can also cool off by taking a hike through the forest.

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A boardwalk through the park leads to the above-ground Alum Cave.

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With so much beauty around, you’ll probably want to stay for a while.

West Virginia State Parks/Facebooka Fortunately, Audra State Park has campsites, too!

For more information and directions, visit the state park website.

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You can still see the remains of the mill at the park.

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The riverside has drawn swimmers here for generations.

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Fortunately, Audra State Park has campsites, too!

For another fascinating state park in West Virginia, take a look at Beartown State Park, full of intriguing rock formations.

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