Blackwater Falls State Park is a beloved West Virginia attraction, but not everyone knows how much fun it can be in the winter! Take a look at what might just be the best place to go sledding in the eastern US.
Blackwater Falls State Park has the longest sledding run East of the Mississippi.
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The sledding hill is one quarter mile long.
Yelp/Rebecca B. Don’t worry, there’s a lift to help get you up the hill, so all you have to do is go down!
Sleds are available for rent at the park.
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Each year the park hosts a cardboard and duct tape sled race.
West Virginia State Parks/Facebook This winter the race will take place on Saturday, February 25th. The theme will be “Superheroes and Villains.”
You can also rent cross-country skis or snowshoes for other parts of the park.
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The Sled Run & Cross Country Ski Center are open from mid-December through March 15th.
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If you get cold, pay a visit to the warming hut. You can get hot drinks and freshly made soups and stews, and sit by the fire.
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While you’re here, of course you’ll want to visit the waterfall. Sometimes it freezes in the winter!
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For more information about policies and park hours, visit the park’s website.
Yelp/Rebecca B.
Don’t worry, there’s a lift to help get you up the hill, so all you have to do is go down!
WVDNR
West Virginia State Parks/Facebook
This winter the race will take place on Saturday, February 25th. The theme will be “Superheroes and Villains.”
For more fun in West Virginia this winter, take a look at these winter festivals that you won’t want to miss.
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