Blackwater Falls State Park

The Tallest Water Falls in West Virginia

​On Day #29 of our 30-day, 9376 mile, road trip to see more of America we visited the Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis, West Virginia.

The Blackwater Falls State Park is located in the Allegheny Mountains of northern West Virginia and boasts a 57-foot set of waterfalls with water that is tinted “black” due to the tannic acid from fallen hemlock leaves and red spruce needles from trees in the area. After falling over 5 stories, the dark water runs through an eight-mile long gorge. A boardwalk makes it easy to get close to the falls for viewing. Several other trails, requiring more arduous hiking, provide different views of the falls if you are more adventurous. The Blackwater Falls are one of the most photographed sights in West Virginia appearing on calendars, stationery, and all sorts of other merchandise advertising the State.
 
Formally established in 1937 with 446 acres, in addition to the falls, today the 2,358 acre park has over 20 miles of pristine hiking trails. The park also has a nature center, boat rentals, and the longest sledding magic carpet on the East Coast.
 
The beauty of the Blackwater Falls is stunning, and the dark colored water that cascades over the falls certainly give it a different look from many of the other waterfalls that we have seen through the years. (click on any photo to start the slideshow):

​Here’s a short video of the Blackwater Falls in action:

If you want to learn more about the Blackwater Falls State Park here are a few links to check out:
 
https://wvstateparks.com/park/blackwater-falls-state-park/
 
http://www.stateparks.com/blackwater_falls_state_park_in_west_virginia.html
   
https://www.canaanvalley.org/outdoor-recreation/listings/blackwater-falls-state-park
 
https://saveblackwater.org/state-park-spotlight-blackwater-falls/