Beech Fork State Park is a 3,144-acre park with Beech Fork Lake in the center. The lake is a 720-acre reservoir, with 31 miles of shoreline. Located 12 miles south of Huntington and Barboursville, Beech Fork State Park is the perfect getaway for visitors from neighboring states and cities, like Cincinnati, Ohio and Lexington, Kentucky.

THINGS TO DO INCLUDE:

Camping & Cabins

Beech Fork State Park has four campgrounds with a total of 275 campsites. 111 of which are lakefront. All of the park’s campgrounds have full-service bathhouses and restroom facilities. The year-round Old Orchard campground offers coin-operated laundry, free Wi-Fi, as well as full hook-ups with 50amp electric, water and sewer.

They also offer online reservations HERE.

Boating

Beech Fork Lake offers recreational boating, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities the whole family can enjoy! Canoes, kayaks, jon boats, paddle boats and stand up paddle boards are available to rent at the park’s boat dock.

Biking

There are plenty of great trails for mountain biking at Beech Fork State Park regardless of skill or experience.

Fishing

Visitors and guests can enjoy fishing for the lake’s popular largemouth and hybrid striped bass, crappie, catfish, sauger and bluegill. Proper fishing license is required and may be purchased online at wvfish.com.

Hiking

With over 3,000 acres, you’re sure to find trails that will suite your need.

Hunting

At more than 7,000 acres, the Beech Fork Wildlife Management Area abounds with wildlife. Thick forests shelter deer, grouse, waterfowls, rabbits, and more.