Cacapon Resort State Park
Also known as Cacapon State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, lodge or inn rooms
- Official site
- wvstateparks.com304-258-1022
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
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Covering about 6,297 acres, Cacapon Resort State Park lies in Morgan County, about 16 miles west of Martinsburg.
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, and swimming. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. There are also cabins and lodge rooms for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
Official wording
6 A.M. to 10 P.M.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
Fees apply to lodging, camping, pools and activities.
Statewide fee rule from West Virginia's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- WV State Parks reservations (Inntopia-based, reservations.wvstateparks.com)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Designated pet-friendly cabins are available; call the front desk to make a reservation at 304-258-1022.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Cacapon does not offer traditional camping in the park, but guests can experience glamping fun at Tentrr campsites. Featuring pre-set tents, raised platforms, firepits and more these unique sites are a must-try. Learn more about Tentrr campsites at Cacapon Resort.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Lodge
- Event and Meeting Space
- Inn
- Cabins
- Classic and Vacation
- Legacy: 12 units
- Economy
Lodge
Cacapon Resort State Park’s 48-room lodge is situated on the east side of Cacapon Mountain and overlooks the wide expanse of the Robert Trent Jones, Sr. golf course. The lodge offers a relaxed setting complete with a lounge, TV, board games, fireplace, and cozy furniture creating a cozy area for cool autumn and winter evenings. Downstairs a recreation room provides hours of entertainment with various games. The lodge has a full-service restaurant open to the public. Each lodge room is air conditioned and features television, phone and private bath as well as complimentary wireless access.
Event and Meeting Space
Looking for an event space in a beautiful setting? Cacapon Resort offers more than 13,000 square feet of meeting space to accommodate groups up to 300 people. With up-to- date audio and visual equipment and full-service catering, Cacapon Resort is the perfect venue for special events, including conferences, business meetings, weddings and family reunions.
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Inn
Guests may also stay in the Old Inn, a vintage 12-room inn overlooking the 18-hole championship golf course. This unique log structure with stone fireplaces can accommodate up to 32 guests. The Old Inn is perfect for small groups, meetings, and family gatherings, and features comfortable heating and air conditioning, a large flat-screen television, a covered porch with outdoor seating, as well as a full gourmet kitchen and dining area that’s large enough to feed the entire crew.
Cabins
Cacapon Resort has four types of cabins for year-round vacation rentals: Vacation, Classic, Legacy and Economy (a tiny house). There are no telephones in cabins at Cacapon, but service for mobile phones can mostly be found throughout the park. Designated pet-friendly cabins are available; call the front desk to make a reservation at 304-258-1022.
Classic and Vacation
Experience year-round comfort in the Classic and Vacation cabins. These cabins are insulated frame structures featuring wood-paneled walls, stone fireplaces, baths with showers, kitchens with modern appliances, central heat and air conditioning, and cable television. Cacapon currently offers 13-Classic cabins. Two fully accessible Vacation cabins are also available, fully equipped for housekeeping. Cabins must be reserved for a minimum of one week during the summer, beginning the second Monday in June through mid-August*. Daily or weekend reservations may be made before the second Monday in June or after the first Monday in September.
Legacy
Take some time away from the hub of activity with the Legacy cabins. Providing some much needed rest and relaxation away from the lodge and golf course, the 12 Legacy cabins are situated in lovely wooded areas. Like the Classic cabins, these quaint cabins of log construction come with stone fireplaces and window mounted heat and air-condition units. These cabins are completely equipped for housekeeping and may be rented by the night; however, a two-night minimum on weekends and three-night minimum on holiday weekends is required. Available April 1 – October 31.
Economy
Looking for less space and double the fun? Economy cabins are 'tiny houses' with a combination living/dining/ bedroom. Double bunks, shower bath and a screened in porch are all included in this unique and efficient trend sweeping the 21st century. These cabins don’t have a fireplace, but are equipped with window mounted heating and air conditioning. These bungalows are open from April 1 – October 31 and can be rented by the night; however, a two night minimum on weekends and three night minimum on holiday weekends is required
Things to do
BikingCampingFishingGeocachingGolfHikingHorseback ridingHuntingHistoric sites and toursSwimming
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin Loop Trail | 0.75 mi | Easy | The starting and ending point of this trail is between Cabins 21 and 22. It follows the base of Piney Ridge and passes through oaks, maples, pines, mountain laurel, blueberry and flowering dogwood. Distance: 0.75 miles Difficulty: Easy |
| Central Trail | 5 mi | Moderate with some midgrade uphill sections | Start from Batt Picnic Area, near Cabin 1, Cabin 10 or from either log cabin area road. The elevation at the Batt Picnic area is 1,200 feet. Points of interest are Bear Den Rocks and a nearby crag that overlooks the broad valley between Cacapon and Sleepy Creek mountains. The trail crosses the east side of Cacapon Mountain, the north and middle forks of Indian Run and passes through mixed hardwoods, pines, blueberry bushes and various flowering plants. Distance: 5 Miles Difficulty: Moderate with some midgrade uphill sections |
| Laurel Trail | 2 mi | Moderate with some midgrade uphill sections | This loop trail starts at the main park road near the boat dock entrance, and also near cabins 21 and 25. The main point of interest is a crag overlooking the Sleepy Creek Valley. Elevations range from 900 to 1,240 feet. The trail winds through mixed forest trees, Keefer Sandstone outcroppings and boulders from which wildlife and birds may be observed. Look for flowering shrubs and wildflowers in season. Distance: 2 miles (loop) Difficulty: Moderate with some midgrade uphill sections |
| Multi-purpose Trail | 0.3 mi | Easy | Start and end this hike at the tennis court parking lot. The trail is a crusher run rock accessible path traveling through the picnic area near the lake. Distance: 0.3 miles (loop) Difficulty: Easy |
| Piney Ridge Trail | 1 mi | Easy | This short trail leads through pine and mixed oak forest. Elevations range from 950 to 1,100 feet. Distance: 1 mile (loop) Difficulty: Easy |
| Ridge Trail | 1.5 mi | Moderate | Start from the bathhouse or the bridge near the beach. Elevations range from 900 to 1,080 feet. The trail leads past Oriskany Sandstone outcroppings on Warm Springs Ridge and Indian Run. Along the way, you may see pine and mixed hardwood trees, laurel, flowering shrubs and wildflowers in season. Distance: 1.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate |
| Ziler Loop | 5 mi | Moderate | Starting points and views are the same as the Central Trail, but move to a higher elevation of about 2,200 feet. The trail winds upward to the top of Cacapon Mountain, the highest mountain in the eastern panhandle. Birds and deer may be seen along this trail, especially in the morning hours. Distance: 5 miles (loop) Difficulty: Moderate |
Trail descriptions from the park
You can’t get bored at Cacapon when there are 23 miles for hiking on 9 different trails waiting to be explored. No need to worry about getting lost – hiking maps and guides are available at the Cacapon Lodge Front Desk as well as at stations all around the park. Each trail offers a different physical challenge depending on skill levels, so there’s something for everyone.
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Swimming
Lakefront swimming and boating are available at the Cacapon Resort State Park lake Tuesday through Sunday. Summer beach hours are 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The beach is closed on Mondays except on holidays. Due to school starting, the beach and boat dock areas will have limited schedules until Labor Day. Open daily (except Monday) until August 20, 2023, and open weekends beginning August 21 through Labor Day. Open August 19-20, August 26-27, and September 2 - 4, 2023; closed August 21-25, August 28 - September 1. Swimming reopens on Memorial Day weekend in 2024. Lake entry is cash only, $6 for 12 and older. $5 for 11 and under as well as seniors.
The North Lodge has an indoor pool and hot tub, they are open from 10 am-10 pm. The Fitness Center located next to the indoor pool and hot tub is open from 6 am-10 pm.
Boating and paddling
Lakefront swimming and boating are available at the Cacapon Resort State Park lake Tuesday through Sunday. Summer beach hours are 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Due to school starting, the beach and boat dock areas will have limited schedules until Labor Day. Open daily (except Monday) until August 20, 2023, and open weekends beginning August 21 through Labor Day. Open August 19-20, August 26-27, and September 2 - 4, 2023; closed August 21-25, August 28 - September 1.
Boating Rates
- Paddle Boats- $6 per person for ½ hr. 4 person max
- Row Boats- $12 per hr. 2 person max
- Canoes- $12 per hr. 4 person max
- Kayaks- $12 per hr. 1 person max
- Paddle Boards- $12 per hr. 1 person max.
Fishing
Cacapon Resort State Park has two small lakes for fishing. Both are stocked with trout each spring, but bass, catfish and bluegill can also be caught. Before you head out, make sure you purchase a current West Virginia fishing license, available at www.wvfish.com. West Virginia Fishing Licenses can also be purchased at the Front Desk in the Lodge.
If you’re planning a fishing trip and need overnight accommodations, check in to a cabin or lodge room. But hurry! They book up fast. Make you reservation by clicking Book Now!
Fishing in Cacapon Resort State Park
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Nature center or museum
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Lodge or inn rooms
Recreation
- Golf course
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 818 Cacapon Lodge Dr.
Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 - Nearest town
- Martinsburg — about 16 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.4646, -78.2772
- Phone
- 304-258-1022
- cacaponsp@wv.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- West Virginia State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jun 30, 2025
- West Virginia State Parks park finder: window.parks JSON embedded in the /parks/ page (WordPress page + park post with ACF meta)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Lake - beach - bath house, Cacapon State Park near Berkeley Springs, W. Va (71405).jpg — Public domain (copyright expired), Ruppenthal's Studio and Camera Shop, Berkley Springs, W. VA.
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology