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Where to stay near Hawks Nest State Park

Hawks Nest State Park is on the New River gorge rim at Ansted in Fayette County, on US 60. The main overlook stands roughly 585 feet above the river, and an aerial tram carries visitors from the lodge down to a marina on Hawks Nest Lake. The park has a 31-room lodge with a restaurant and is about 20 minutes from Fayetteville.

Places to stay near Hawks Nest State Park

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Where should you stay near Hawks Nest State Park?

Hawks Nest State Park has no lodging of its own, so visitors stay in the surrounding towns and drive in.

Hawks Nest State Park is known for its lodges, hotels and cabins. Until listings go live here, Ansted, Gauley Bridge and Fayetteville are the closest places to stay.

Where it is
Hawks Nest State Park, Fayette County, West Virginia
Also worth a look
Ansted, Gauley Bridge, Fayetteville, Oak Hill
What people do here
Hiking, Boating, Fishing, Whitewater Rafting, Birding

Nearby attractions

  • Hawks Nest Overlook

    A walled overlook on US 60 at Hawks Nest State Park, roughly 585 feet above the New River. An aerial tram runs from the lodge down to the water in season.

  • The Mystery Hole

    A roadside gravity-illusion attraction on US 60 near Ansted, open since 1972. The building is marked by a VW Beetle mounted on its front wall.

  • New River Gorge Bridge

    A steel arch bridge carrying US 19 for 3,030 feet across the New River Gorge, 876 feet above the water. It opened in 1977 and is the site of Bridge Day each October.

Things to do

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Hawks Nest State Park: what people ask

Does Hawks Nest State Park have a lodge?
Yes. The lodge has 31 rooms, all facing the gorge, with a restaurant on site. It is the only overnight lodging inside the park.
Is the Hawks Nest aerial tram open year round?
No. The tram runs seasonally, generally from late spring into fall, and closes in winter.
Where should I stay near Hawks Nest State Park?
We're still adding properties near Hawks Nest State Park. In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Ansted, Gauley Bridge and Fayetteville.
What is there to do near Hawks Nest State Park?
Hawks Nest State Park is a good base for hiking, boating, fishing, whitewater rafting and birding. Hawks Nest Overlook, The Mystery Hole and New River Gorge Bridge are all within a short drive.
When is the best time to visit Hawks Nest State Park?
Fall color and summer weekends are the busiest times of year, while spring and midweek stays are generally the quietest and the most affordable.
What towns are near Hawks Nest State Park?
Ansted, Gauley Bridge, Fayetteville and Oak Hill are all good alternatives if Hawks Nest State Park is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Hawks Nest State Park?
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and Babcock State Park are all close by, and each has its own page with places to stay nearby.

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