If you’ve lived in West Virginia for very long, you’ve undoubtedly visited Blackwater Falls State Park. Located in the Allegheny Mountains, this 2,358-acre park is absolutely stunning. During your next trip, make sure to dine at the restaurant in the lodge, which is just steps away from incredible views of the gorge and waterfall.
A trip to Blackwater Falls State Park is the perfect way to spend a day. This magical place was established as a state park in 1937, and it’s been welcoming visitors ever since.
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The main feature the park is Blackwater Falls, which tumbles 62 feet into Blackwater Canyon. It’s a favorite of photographers all over the world, and you can certainly see why.
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The lodge at the park was built in the 1950s, and it still maintains its historic charm. When you’re visiting the park, you’ll certainly want to enjoy a meal at its restaurant, Smokehouse at Blackwater Falls.
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The restaurant is located just steps from the waterfall overlook, and it offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days a week. Settle into the cozy dining room…
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…or enjoy your meal in the fresh air on the patio.
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Fuel up with breakfast before you head out to explore the park’s many hiking trails. Enjoy fluffy pancakes, fresh fruit, potatoes, biscuits and gravy, and more.
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For lunch or dinner, enjoy the slow-smoked BBQ, the house specialty. You’ll have several meats to choose from, including ribs, chicken, kielbasa, brisket, and pulled pork. If you can’t decide on just one, choose the sampler platter.
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You can also build your own burger, with delicious options that include four types of rolls, six different cheeses, and plenty of other fresh fixings.
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Blackwater Falls is just one of several falls at the park. Make sure to explore Pendleton Falls, Falls Run Falls, and Elakala Falls (shown here).
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See the full menus for the restaurant on the Blackwater Falls State Park website. Have you dined at Smokehouse at Blackwater Falls State Park? We’d love to hear about your experience there!
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Address: 1584 Blackwater Lodge Road, Davis, WV, 26260
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