The official Site of
Pipestem Resort State Park
Things to Do
Fishing
Long Branch Lake, the Bluestone River and nearby New River offer anglers, novice and seasoned alike, fishing opportunities. From stocked trout to smallmouth bass, if you’re looking for a well rounded park that includes fishing, it’s Pipestem. Fishing license is required and online purchase is available.
Outdoor or fishing packages are posted on the Events/Packages/Deals tab.
Golf Courses
Pipestem features two challenging, beautifully manicured courses. The 18-hole par 72 championship course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish and features views of the Bluestone Canyon. Also located at the park is a challenging 9-hole par 3 course. View golf page
Hiking and Trails
Twenty trails are maintained for your exploration. Hike year-round at Pipestem.
For hiking trail descriptions, download here
Nature Center
The Nature Center is open year-round and features a wide variety of displays of indigenous plant and animal life of WV, as well as a variety of naturalist lead programs. The nature center and naturalist programs introduces you to the Pipestem area, hiking, birding and surroundings.
Other nature and heritage aspects you’ll find at Pipestem:
The Harris Homestead, a historical reconstruction of the house, barn and meat house of a 1900 era Summers County family is located on the grounds near the nature center.
Posted activities from naturalist led hikes and bird watching to storytelling and evening programs are posted online and at the park. View current park activities
Birding Surveys and Checklists about songbirds, eagles, and other topics are maintained for visitor and guests information. To view or print surveys and check lists, download here
Aerial Tramway
The aerial tramway is a highlight at Pipestem. The enclosed cars carry you on a six minute ride of 3600 feet along some outstanding scenery to the Bluestone River Gorge below. This facility is operated seasonally, May to October 31.
The tram generally opens during the first full-week in May. For the exact tram opening date, please call.
Sleds and X-C Skiing
Winter fun starts at Pipestem.
Click here for equipment rental information.
Horseback Riding and Stables
Guided horseback rides are available year-round at Pipestem. Rides range from 1/2 hour rides to overnight trips. Hayrides and wiener roasts available for group outings. The stables and horseback rides are under the management of Joe Rhodes
Outdoor Amphitheater
Nestled in a natural bowl of the forested hills is the Pipestem amphitheater. It is a beautiful setting for weekend summer entertainment such as oldies, rock, blues, gospel, bluegrass musical groups and theatrical plays.
For a list of the shows this summer, Click here for Amphitheater Schedule
Recreation Center
Olympic size outdoor pool, miniature golf, lighted tennis courts, and par 3 golf course is located in this area. In addition to the recreation center, there is a heated indoor pool, sauna, exercise room and game room are located at McKeever Lodge.
Miscellaneous Recreation
A variety of other activities are available including:
- paddle boating
- canoeing
- bicycling
- lighted basketball courts
- horseshoes
- archery
- picnicking, and
- hunting at nearby Bluestone Wildlife Management Area.
Nearby Attractions
Tamarack – WV Art & Craft Showcase, Beckley WV
Exhibition Coal Mine, Beckley WV
New River Gorge National River
Commercial Rafting Companies
Historic Towns of Hinton and Bramwell
WinterPlace Ski Area, Ghent WV
Concord University, Athens WV
