If you haven’t yet made time to explore the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, it’s time to plan an overnight getaway. Tomlinson Run State Park is not only a wonderful place of natural beauty, but it also has some of the best camping in the state. Accommodations vary from wooded spots where you can pitch your own tent or park your own trailer to yurt camping.
The 1,398-acre Tomlinson Run State Park is the perfect balance of rugged natural wilderness and traditional developed park area. Located in New Cumberland, this state park is an ideal place for a little escape.
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When planning your overnight adventure, you can bring your own tent or trailer. There are 55 secluded campsites nestled in the woods to choose from and 39 of those spots have electrical hookups.
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Or you can take advantage of the only yurt camping available in a West Virginia State Park. Yurts are weather-tight circular structures that are a fantastic choice for novice campers or those who just enjoy a little more luxury.
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The two-person yurt comes equipped with bunk beds, propane stove, lantern, cooler, cookware, and picnic table. All of these amenities make for light packing!
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These yurt campsites are pure magic. They are so special that only two are available for rent at the campground.
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While you’re spending time at Tomlinson Run State Park, you’ll want to explore the many hiking trails. Traverse the absolutely stunning landscape on six unique hikes.
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The state park surrounds a long narrow lake that affords some stellar fishing. Tour the lake by boat for a chance to see the park from a new vantage point.
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Tomlinson Run State Park also has a pool with waterslide, basketball and volleyball courts, a mini-golf course, and a playground for the kids. Start planning your overnight adventure today at this spectacular state park before the warm weather slips away.
Google Images/Florence Elizabeth Learn more by visiting the West Virginia State Parks website. Address: 3391 Veterans Boulevard, New Cumberland, WV 26047.
Do you know someone who would love yurt camping at this wonderful park? The state parks in West Virginia have some unique experiences for you to add to your bucket list. Check out this out-of-this-world overnight stay in a breathtaking fire tower.
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Learn more by visiting the West Virginia State Parks website. Address: 3391 Veterans Boulevard, New Cumberland, WV 26047.
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