The official Site of
Bluestone State Park
Recreation
Bluestone State Park is located adjacent to the 2,000-acre Bluestone Lake.
Bluestone Lake
The lake provides excellent fishing for bluegill, large and smallmouth bass, hybrid bass, striped bass, crappie and catfish. Boating and water-skiing round out the lake activities.
Fishing Records
The state record in length and in weight for striped bass was caught at Bluestone Lake – the record length for striped bass in WV is currently 40.88 inches and record weight 29.56 pounds.
Marina
Bluestone State Park offers guests many recreational opportunities at the marina. Depending on lake conditions, the Marina is open April 15th through October 15th. Fishing boats, pontoon boats, paddle boats, rowboats and canoes, as well as slip rentals and boat trailer parking are available at the rates shown below.
For boat rental reservation, call 304-466-1010. The marina is operated by a marina concessionaire on behalf of Bluestone State Park.
Game Courts
Throughout the summer season, a wide variety of sports and special events are featured. Equipment is available for rent at the park office of a nominal fee.
- Croquet
- Shuffleboard
- Horseshoes
Summer Nature and Recreation Activities
In addition, special weekly programs are provided by the park naturalist for your entertainment. Included in such events are nature hikes, movies, slide shows, volleyball and softball games, wiener roasts, and other family oriented activities.
Swimming Pool
A swimming pool is open Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. The pool is open daily on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and on weekends only after mid August. There is a nominal fee for swimming.
Cabin guests of Bluestone State Park may also swim at Pipestem Resort indoor pool.
Hiking
Bluestone State Park is laced with a number of intriguing hiking trails. Some of these afford panoramic views of Bluestone's picturesque lake and mountainous terrain.
Download: Bluestone Park Map
Other recreation nearby
In winter, downhill skiing is available at nearby Winter Place Ski Resort, located 23 miles from the park.
Pipestem Resort State Park offers sled rentals and cross-country ski rentals in the winter months at the park pro shop, when snow conditions are favorable. Horsebacking riding and golf play is also available at Pipestem Resort State Park.
