Do you need a reservation or ticket to visit Pipestem Resort State Park?

No, day use at Pipestem Resort State Park does not need a reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.

Does Pipestem Resort State Park have RV hookups?

Yes, Pipestem Resort State Park has electric hookups.

What facilities are at Pipestem Resort State Park?

Electric hookups available. Flush restrooms.

Can I swim at Pipestem Resort State Park?

Yes, Nest Holly River is open to swimming at Pipestem Resort State Park.

Are there cabins at Pipestem Resort State Park?

Yes, Pipestem Resort State Park has cabins available.

State park

Pipestem Resort State Park

The park entrance is 7.8 miles from Athens. 82 campsites. Hours: Open year-round. Pipestem Resort State Park is a state park in Summers County, West Virginia.

Pipestem Resort State Park map

Pipestem Resort State Park boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Agency fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

County and local burn bans may also apply on private, state, or county land nearby. On federal land, follow the land manager's order; off it, follow the strictest county or local rule that applies. When both touch your trip, obey both.

Common questions

: Pipestem Resort State Park has 82 developed campsites in 1 campground. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservable online, by phone, or at the campground office; weekend minimum two nights (Fri–Sat) (as of September 30, 2026). Stays are limited to 14 days.
: Hours: Open year-round.
: No, day use at Pipestem Resort State Park does not need a reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.
: Pipestem Resort State Park is 7.8 miles from Athens.
: Yes, Pipestem Resort State Park has electric hookups.
: Electric hookups available. Flush restrooms.
: Yes, Nest Holly River is open to swimming at Pipestem Resort State Park.
: Yes, Pipestem Resort State Park has cabins available.

Before you go

Pipestem Resort State Park is 7.8 miles from Athens.

Day use needs no reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.

Electric hookups available
Flush restrooms

Camping at Pipestem Resort State Park

Pipestem Resort State Park has 82 developed campsites in 1 campground. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservable online, by phone, or at the campground office; weekend minimum two nights (Fri–Sat) (as of September 30, 2026). Stays are limited to 14 days.

Reserve a site with the park's booking system

What to see

Historic site Park museum Mentioned in Wikipedia park article

Swimming

Nest Holly River

Public lands next to Pipestem Resort State Park

National Park Service unitPipestem Resort State Park borders Bluestone National Scenic River, a National Park Service unit.

Measured between the units' boundaries as mapped in USGS PAD-US. Distances are straight line, not driving.

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