State Parks Near Huntington, West Virginia
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Huntington, including 7 parks across the line in Kentucky and Ohio. The closest is Beech Fork State Park, about 8 mi southeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Beech Fork State Park8 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 125 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Huntington, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Huntington; driving distance is usually longer.
Beech Fork State Park
The park supports hunting in season, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Camping is available: 275 campsites, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Beech Fork State Park →Greenbo Lake State Resort Park
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming pool. Overnight options include 75 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Greenbo Lake State Resort Park →Yatesville Lake State Park
Popular activities here are golf, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: 47 campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Yatesville Lake State Park →Cabwaylingo State Forest
Things to do include off-highway vehicle riding, historic sites, hunting in season, biking, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 100 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Cabwaylingo State Forest →Jackson Lake State Park
On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Jackson Lake State Park →Grayson Lake State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 71 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Grayson Lake State Park →Tu-Endie-Wei State Park
Things to do include historic sites and geocaching. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Tu-Endie-Wei State Park →Carter Caves State Resort Park
Things to do include cave tours, rock climbing, horseback riding, golf, and historic sites. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Carter Caves State Resort Park →Chief Logan State Park
Things to do include off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, and swimming. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Chief Logan State Park →Kanawha State Forest
Visitors come for historic sites, hunting in season, biking, fishing, and geocaching. The official site lists about 60 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kanawha State Forest →Paintsville Lake State Park
The park supports horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 32 campsites (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Paintsville Lake State Park →Shawnee State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with RV sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Shawnee State Park →Elk River Trail
Popular activities here are boating, biking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Elk River Trail →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Huntington
- Beech Fork State Park 8 mi southeast · 275 campsites
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 24 mi west · 75 campsites
- Yatesville Lake State Park 26 mi southwest · 47 campsites
- Cabwaylingo State Forest 30 mi south · Campground listed
- Jackson Lake State Park 34 mi north · Campground listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Huntington
- Beech Fork State Park 8 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cabwaylingo State Forest 30 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 38 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Chief Logan State Park 42 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Shawnee State Park 47 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Huntington
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 24 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cabwaylingo State Forest 30 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Paintsville Lake State Park 46 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Huntington
- Beech Fork State Park 8 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 24 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Jackson Lake State Park 34 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Carter Caves State Resort Park 38 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Chief Logan State Park 42 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Huntington
- Beech Fork State Park 8 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 24 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Yatesville Lake State Park 26 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Cabwaylingo State Forest 30 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Grayson Lake State Park 35 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Huntington
- Beech Fork State Park 8 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Greenbo Lake State Resort Park 24 mi west · Fishing listed
- Yatesville Lake State Park 26 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Cabwaylingo State Forest 30 mi south · Fishing listed
- Grayson Lake State Park 35 mi southwest · Fishing listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Huntington
What is the closest state park to Huntington?
Beech Fork State Park is the closest, about 8 miles southeast of Huntington in a straight line. Next are Greenbo Lake State Resort Park and Yatesville Lake State Park.
How many state parks are near Huntington?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Huntington have camping?
12 parks list camping, the nearest being Beech Fork State Park, Greenbo Lake State Resort Park and Yatesville Lake State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Huntington?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Greenbo Lake State Resort Park, Cabwaylingo State Forest and Paintsville Lake State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Huntington?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Portsmouth, OH37 mi northwest
- Near Charleston, WV44 mi east
- Near Athens, OH66 mi north
- Near Chillicothe, OH71 mi northwest
- Near Parkersburg, WV76 mi northeast
- Near Beckley, WV82 mi southeast
- Near Circleville, OH86 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.