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Bluestone National Scenic River

Glen Jean, WV U.S.A.

P.O. Box 246
Glen Jean, WV 25846-0246
U.S.A.
304-465-0508 Voice and TDD
304-466-0417 Sandstone Visitor Center
Open Year-Round No Entry Fee Charged
State Park Information

Designated in 1988, this scenic river preserves unspoiled land in southern West Virginia and contains natural and historic features of the Appalachian plateau.

Along its 11 miles and 4,310 acres, the lower Bluestone River offers excellent warm water fishing, hiking, boating and scenery.

Fishing and hunting are also very popular along the Bluestone River. Occasionally, the water levels are suitable for white-water boating.

The eight-mile Bluestone Turnpike Trail, between Bluestone State Park and Pipestem Resort State Park, offers great hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. A seasonal tram transports visitors to the river

from Pipestem. River level access is at Bluestone State Park.

To reach the river, take either Interstate 77 or 64 to Route 20.

Outdoor Activities
Activities Column 1 Activities Column 2 Activities Column 3
Camping not available Freshwater Fishing available Visitor Center not available
Hiking available Saltwater Fishing not available Children's Activities not available
Backpacking not available Guided Tours available
Rock Climbing not available Scenic Drives not available
Horse Trails available Big Game Hunting not available Picnicking not available
Wheelchair Trails/Ramps not available Upland Hunting not available Off-Road Vehicles not available
Waterfowl Hunting not available Lodging Nearby available
Restaurants Nearby available
Canoeing available
Kayaking available Cross-Country Skiing not available
Rafting available Downhill Skiing not available Bird-Watching available
Beaches not available Snowboarding not available Nature Viewing available
Boat Launch not available Snowshoeing not available Historic Sites not available
Snowmobiling not available
Ice Skating not available
Mountain Biking available Winter Camping not available
Touring not available

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