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West Virginia: Wild and WonderfulTygart Lake State Park

5 Star RatingRoute 1, Box 260
Grafton, WV 26354
Lodge and Cabins
Phone (304) 265-6144

Nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains in scenic Tygart Lake Dam and State Park North Central West Virginia, is the 1,740-acre lake on the Tygart Valley River. Tygart Lake State Park sets along the shores of Tygart Lake in Taylor County near Grafton, West Virginia. Built by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1938, the park today boasts many features and facilities suited to the outdoor adventurer, family-ready for a quiet getaway, business group or small conference.

Facilities

Lodge Rooms: Perched on a promontory overlooking the lake, Tygart Lake lodge has 17 wood-paneled guest rooms featuring two double beds, color television, air conditioning and telephone with voice mail. We also offer 3 executive suites, one suite features two queen beds while two suites feature a king size bed and sleeper sofa.

Cabins: Tygart Lake State Park offers 11 modern vacation cottages.
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Campground: Tygart Lake State Park Campground is open from mid-April through October weather permitting. Our campground offers fourteen electric sites and twenty-six standard sites for a total of forty camping sites. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table.

Restaurant: The spacious lodge restaurant offers panoramic views of the waterfront, a variety of mouth-watering entrees, and will comfortably seat up to 100 guests for meals.

Picnic Shelter: Our picnic shelter is perfect for family reunions, family outings, catered functions, parties, cookouts and are available for reservation during the summer season. Reservations are recommended for summer weekends and holidays.

Gift Shops: Two gift shops are located on Tygart Lake State Park. The Lodge Gift Shop and the gift shop at the park office are open daily during the parks operating season. Both gift shops offer a variety of souvenirs, t-shirts, toys, jewelry, West Virginia Glass, crafts and other items.

Features

  • 20-room Tygart Lake Lodge

  • Lodge restaurant

  • 2 gift shops

  • Golfing

  • 11 cabins

  • 40 camp sites (26 with electric hookup)

  • Hiking trails

  • Boating

  • Fishing

  • Marina with boat rentals

  • Waterskiing

  • Swimming in Tygart Lake

  • Picnic area

Nature and Recreation Programs

The Park’s naturalist offers a variety of programs on the park's natural and cultural history. Programs and tours can be arranged for groups. These are available during the summer- Memorial Day through Labor Day and at other times by special request.

Hiking: The Park offers 5 hiking trails. Map and trail guides are available to assist in planning the right length and duration of your hike.

Swimming, Boating and Recreation For Children: Swimming is offered in the roped off beach area monitored by a staff of lifeguards.

Boats can be rented from the marina. They offer fishing boats, pontoon boats, and slip rentals by the hour, 1/2 day or full day(s). Call the marina directly for rates and reservations. 304-265-3974.

Game courts and equipment such as volleyball, basketball, and shuffleboard are also available for rental. The recreation center is located at the park office.

Golfing: You can find golfing nearby at Tygart Lake Country Club.

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