Blackwater Falls State Park
Davis, WV
Amber-colored water drops 62 feet into a deep canyon; a boardwalk with stairs leads to the viewing platform. Lindy Point overlook is a short walk away.
Blackwater Falls State Park near Davis, West Virginia, lies in the Allegheny Mountains of Tucker County at about 2,900 feet (880 meters) elevation. Its landmark is the waterfall, which plunges 57 to 63 feet (17 to 19 meters) into a gorge, depending on how it is measured, and is regarded as one of the most photographed sights in the state. The amber color of the water comes from tannic acid in fallen hemlock and red spruce needles. The park was established in 1937.
From the parking lot, a broad path leads about 320 feet (100 meters) down to a wooden walkway and a viewing platform; stairs and platforms make the falls visible year-round. A nature trail near the lodge leads to the more distant Lindy Point, with a view into Blackwater Canyon. Elakala Falls and Pendleton Point Overlook are also popular photo spots.
The campground has 65 sites with electric hookups. Sites 1 to 30 are open year-round (with limited facilities from November to March), and sites 31 to 65 from April to October (as of October 2026). A dump station is available, and the park also offers 39 cabins.
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- Davis, WV
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- 39.1117, -79.4880
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Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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All campsites in West Virginia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Blackwater Falls State Park?
Blackwater Falls State Park is in Davis, WV, at GPS 39.1117, -79.4880. It is about 6 mi from Canaan Valley.
Can you camp near Blackwater Falls State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Blackwater Falls State Park Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Blackwater Falls State Park?
Blackwater Falls State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: West Virginia highlands: Dolly Sods to Cass and Steel arch, high bog and sandstone fins – by camper through the mountains of West Virginia from the New River Gorge to Canaan Valley.
What is there to see near Blackwater Falls State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Dolly Sods, Bear Rocks (10 mi), Seneca Rocks (20 mi), Swallow Falls State Park (27 mi) and Spruce Knob (29 mi).
When is the best time to visit Blackwater Falls State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)