3,712
Park Acres
3,200 ft
Cranny Crow Elev.
25 mi
Of Trails
<2.5 hr
From Washington, D.C.
Things To Do In The Park
Unplug on the quiet side of the mountains.
The View
Cranny Crow Overlook
Hike to the stone shelter at 3,200 feet for a five-county panorama — the signature view of the eastern highlands.
On Foot
25 Miles of Trails
Ridge walks, creekside rambles, and quiet forest loops with far more deer than people.
After Dark
Stargazing
Minimal light pollution makes Lost River one of the best night skies in the region. Bring a blanket; the show is free.
Saddle Up
Park Stables
Guided horseback rides through mountain meadows and wooded trails, straight from the park's historic stables.
History
Lee Cabin Museum
Visit the restored Lee family cabin at the site of the historic White Sulphur Springs retreat.
Classic Fun
Pool, Courts & Games
A seasonal swimming pool, tennis, volleyball, and lawn games make slow afternoons easy.
Beyond The Park
Worth the short drive
- Wardensville — a tiny town with an outsized food scene: a famous bakery & farm market, garden-to-table dining, and shops.
- Lost River Sinks — watch the river vanish underground at Sandy Ridge, then re-emerge as the Cacapon.
- Trout Pond Recreation Area — West Virginia's only natural lake, with swimming and picnic spots.
- George Washington National Forest — hundreds of miles of trails along the WV–VA ridgelines.
- Local farms & wineries — Hardy County's back roads are dotted with farm stands, orchards, and tasting rooms.
- Moorefield & the South Branch Valley — small-town dining and river scenery 30 minutes west.