Potomac Highlands · Hardy County

Where to stay near Lost River State Park

Lost River State Park covers about 3,700 acres in southern Hardy County, a short drive west of Mathias. It has cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a stable, a swimming pool and a road to the Cranny Crow overlook at about 3,200 feet. Wardensville and Moorefield are the nearest towns and it is one of the closest West Virginia state parks to the Washington area.

Places to stay near Lost River State Park

We're still adding properties near Lost River State Park.

In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Moorefield , Romney and Cacapon River .

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Where should you stay near Lost River State Park?

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

Lost River State Park is known for its cabins, vacation rentals and campgrounds. Until listings go live here, Moorefield and Romney are the closest places to stay.

Lost River State Park: what people ask

Are there cabins at Lost River State Park?
Yes. The park rents 26 cabins, many of them original CCC log cabins with fireplaces. There is no lodge or campground inside the park.
How far is Lost River State Park from Washington, DC?
About 110 miles, roughly two and a half hours by way of Interstate 66 and WV 55.
Where should I stay near Lost River State Park?
We're still adding properties near Lost River State Park. In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Moorefield, Romney and Cacapon River.
What is there to do near Lost River State Park?
Lost River State Park is a good base for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, birding and hunting.
When is the best time to visit Lost River 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 Lost River State Park?
Moorefield and Romney are all good alternatives if Lost River State Park is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Lost River State Park?
Cacapon River, Cacapon Resort State Park and South Branch Potomac River are all close by, and each has its own page with places to stay nearby.