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From town: Go 8 mi N on Hwy-80, then 2 mi NW on park road.
4.5 Stars here
The park was clean, but in need of some necessary repairs. Some lots had water runoff issues and some overlooks were missing handrails.
Our camping experience was peaceful and quiet. It definitely didn't seem like peak summertime. At one point, we were the only camper in Campground C.
We hiked most of the trails during our stay. 13.36 miles over 3 different days. The trails were in good condition with a little trash and broken glass in places. Hiking boots and walking sticks are definitely recommended.
Prospectors Trail was our favorite.
T- Mobile cell service works here.
We have enjoyed everything here. The rooms are basic, but clean. The park is very dog friendly and it was nice to see everyone walking their dogs and enjoying the trails The staff here is great and very friendly. We had a family reunion here and the staff was very nice and great at there jobs. The buffet was always full and they cleared plates from the tables quickly and efficiently. The restaurant has a breakfast and dinner buffet which we enjoyed very much. The trails are nice and the views are amazing! We also took the zip line your and the young men were very nice and patient. Very knowledgeable as well. We stopped by the water park as well and the staff there was very nice. The park is very kid friendly with slides and a lazy river. It was an amazing trip and we look forward to coming back.
Great interstate park, beautiful views in the summer and fall, and I'm sure in the winter as well. The mountains are worth the drive down, Elkhorn city is right down the road as well, a nice little Appalachian city. Haysi is also 2 miles from breaks park. I love coming here. Thanks to the great staff who manage the park it is always clean and well kept.
This park is gorgeous. Although it's well off the beaten path, it is absolutely worth the drive. Definitely make sure to get gas before you hit some of the smaller roads, though, as you don't have too many options the closer you get to the park (coming from Virginia). At the park itself, there are plenty of things to do and see. The main attraction is probably the gorge overlook, which is a fairly short but slightly hilly walk from the restaurant. There are plenty of other hiking trails, though, ranging from mild to strenuous. Other amenities included ziplining, a pool/waterpark area, picnic tables, and places to stay--hotel and camping spots. Everything was clean and well taken care of. We especially enjoyed lunch at the restaurant which overlooked the gorge as well. Our meal was excellent and moderately priced, with plenty to choose from on the menu. We had great service, as well. There is also a gift shop and an accessible restroom attached to the restaurant, which was very convenient.
Gorgeous park with stunning views and great amenities. I’ve gone two years in a row for the Central Appalachian Mycological Society’s annual foray that they host. I camp at a primitive spot in the B Loop. Bathrooms are clean, and the campsites have fire rings with grill grates and picnic tables.
