Coopers Rock

Category: Vista point

Address: Masontown, WV 26542, USA

Reviews

Arielle Novak

Jul 15, 2022

Cooper's rock is absolutely breath taking! I've never seen anything like it before. They have playgrounds and restrooms, although I gave 4 stars only bc the bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, but I guess its to be expected. The scenic overlook is stunning and worth 5 stars, especially in mid July when everything is green and full of life.

Anitha Kapu

Jul 5, 2022

Great views with easiest and quickest hike to cooper rock overlook area. This seems like a must visit attractions in WV especially during fall color season.

Austin Wine

Apr 20, 2022

The view is absolutely breathtaking! It was a peaceful drive from the exit and another plus was having service most of the time. During warmer weather I would love to hike the area.

sofia black

Apr 15, 2022

really beautiful view point and a very reasonable walk to get too it. the gift shop is one of the coolest ones i have been to. if you are into crystal and rock collecting, you should definitely visit this gift shop.

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Questions & Answers

Is there camping here

Robert Maiden | Feb 3, 2018
Frank Presley | Feb 4, 2018

Yes

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Can you mountain bike there

Robert Reaves | Feb 3, 2020
Intuitive Mara | Feb 4, 2020

https://www.trailforks.com/region/coopers-rock-state-forest/ heres a visual of some trails

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Is there grills at the picnic area yes and restrooms

Joe Mosca | Feb 3, 2020
My Adventures | Feb 4, 2020

They even have Pavilions but you have to rent them out I believe but yes they have grills all through the park

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Can you grill at picnic areas?

Jodie Korpus | Feb 3, 2019
WILLIAM KNOTTS | Feb 4, 2019

There are a few in main picnic area.

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Is Cooper rocks trails open today

Zander Playz | Feb 3, 2019
Gary Stew | Feb 4, 2019

Yes

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Are dogs allowed?

Michelle Wolf | Feb 3, 2020
My Adventures | Feb 4, 2020

Yes bring all the dogs you want

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is there mtb bikes allowed

WMIKELANTZ | Feb 3, 2020
John Puffenbarger | Feb 4, 2020

Yes

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We reserved a shelter for a small wedding. Are we allowed to have alcohol?

Korina Jones | Feb 3, 2020
bicyclewrench | Feb 4, 2020

We had a keg at a bicycle demo I did there but that was a few years ago.

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Can you rent homes

Joseph Peluso | Feb 3, 2019
Rita P | Feb 4, 2019

Cabins are available, also tent and RV sites

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Do they have rv sites and how much

Michael Lily | Feb 3, 2018
Catherine Artis | Feb 4, 2018

They have sites with electric. I believe they were $26 or $28/night this past year.

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Can you visit the overview in the winter?

Kelli Shomo | Jan 3, 2021
JAY Parker | Jan 4, 2021

YES you can

Are the hiking trails hard too walk

Anna Palmer | Nov 4, 2020
pat. s | Nov 5, 2020

No not at all

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Can you get close enough for handicapped parking

David Drake | Oct 5, 2020
Scott Williams | Oct 6, 2020

Yes and a paved trail going to over look. Can't get right to fence but still good views.

How to reach the scenic overlook?

Charanjit Pabla | Sep 5, 2020
Kayla Greygor | Sep 6, 2020

Navigate to the gift shop and find a parking space. You will see signs that point to it

Electric and water?

louetta trader | Aug 6, 2020
Keisha Nagy | Aug 7, 2020

In the campground? I believe they have a primitive camp without electric and water, but we stayed at McCollum campground. There's an electric hookup at each site, and a centrally located bathroom/shower house. They also have a sink for dishes in the back of the building. It's a pretty nice place.

I have a wild 2 year old. He loves hiking but also loves running. Is there any trails safe to take him that are worth a 2 hour drive?

Lee Grewell | Aug 6, 2020
Keisha Nagy | Aug 7, 2020

I went on rock city trail recently. Its gorgeous. And theres also the Henry Clay Furnace trail. It's a lil longer than rock city, but they're both not too bad. A lot of the actual trail is made of rocks so wear good shoes, and there are some hills.

Can residents of other states visit? Is there a fee to get in or a parking fee?

Deann Kruse | Jul 7, 2020
phil sig | Jul 8, 2020

Anyone can visit from anywhere. Theres no fee to enter or park.

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Is there any camping on the water where I can put a kayak in

Leslie Laibach | Jul 7, 2020
bigbenfmont | Jul 8, 2020

Not on the water. It's more of a camp and hike/bike park.

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Snow tubing there?

Tonya Tate | Mar 9, 2020
Robert Gaborko | Mar 10, 2020

You can take your own tubes and snow tube

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Are there any horse trails?

Karrie Stithem | Feb 3, 2020
edward briese | Feb 4, 2020

I didnt get past the tourist area. But my co workers say there are. Like 25 minutes away from 278 greenbag rd.

can I practice metal detecting in the park?

Robert markley | Feb 3, 2020
Hope H | Feb 4, 2020

I wouldn't think so if you were planing on trying to dig...but you cou always call to find out

How much to camp

Rebecca Blake | Feb 3, 2020
Gerald Plymire | Feb 4, 2020

It is $21 non-electric site $29 with electric at the site.

Looking into doing some tent camping Halloween weekend at Coopers Rock. Is it typically very busy that time of year? Is there a way to rent a site or is it truly first-come-first-serve?

Stephanie D | Feb 3, 2020
roadrunner | Feb 4, 2020

You'll be fine that weekend and yes you can rent a site.

Is there a beach for swimming?

Lynn Sheppard | Feb 3, 2020
Michael Gulish | Feb 4, 2020

No there is no swimming.

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Where is sleeping giant located?

James Franz | Feb 3, 2020
Joyce Henshaw | Feb 4, 2020

In the picnic area.

Are theft of friendly

joyce trent | Feb 3, 2020
Christian Carter | Feb 4, 2020

I don't know what your asking, but theft isn't tolerated at Cooper's Rock.

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Can you camp anywhere or just at the campsite?

Chester Thomas | Feb 3, 2020
Andrew Rice | Feb 4, 2020

I'm pretty sure "just at the campsite" is the proper way to camp there. However, growing up here, I've been hiking through the trails and have seen plenty of campers throughout the woods. It never seemed like it wasnt allowed to camp deep on a trail, but err on the side of caution.

What trails have the ecosculpture of the giant?

Amy Baldwin | Feb 3, 2020
Robert Means | Feb 4, 2020

http://www.wvdnr.gov/2012news/12news071.shtm Looks from this article that it's in the picnic area. I'm bummed I missed looking for it on my last trip there, guess it's another reason to go back!

Is ther a place by the pavilions where I can put my wedding dress and things on?? And is there a place for the reception by the pavilions???

Ashley Carder | Feb 3, 2020
Stephie Carpenter | Feb 4, 2020

I would say no to both questions BUT maybe have a makeshift tent to change in.

Do they have a sewage dump station?

Susan Mrazik | Feb 3, 2020
Ed Pavlick | Feb 4, 2020

They do not have a dump station.

What date does the park open for camping

Paul Sprague | Feb 3, 2020
Luis Acevedo | Feb 4, 2020

Is all ready open, just go and reserve yours as soon as you can

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So it says closed sat and sun is it the whole place or just parts cause I've been wanting to go but those are my only days off

Cody Mcmillen | Feb 3, 2020
Justin Clem | Feb 4, 2020

It's just parts of the park I believe. Mainly the employee occupied stations and some of the parking. It should be totally possible to use any of the trails.

The park says it closes at 3:30 PM. Is hiking still available after this?

Anthony Marrazzo | Feb 3, 2020
stephen estevez | Feb 4, 2020

Yes you can still go hike after 3:30 p.m. it's just that the playground and tourist center is closed. But you can go anytime and hike on the mountain except after Dark or dusk

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When do they open the main gate to the park?

Gerald Swiger | Feb 3, 2020
Darien | Feb 4, 2020

I think it depends on the time of year and day of the week (I realize this doesn't help much). If my memory serves me right, it's 8 or 10am.

Can you go hike around even when closed?

Happy makeup lover | Feb 3, 2019
WILLIAM KNOTTS | Feb 4, 2019

Yes you can park at lot on right before gate.

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Can you go to the overlook when the park is closed on sunday

Pat Mason | Feb 3, 2019
Jon Henderson | Feb 4, 2019

Anytime the park is closed you just have to hike in

Can you get to the look out point on a Sunday?

Alycia Forsyth | Feb 3, 2019
Vincent Dice | Feb 4, 2019

Yes

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Do they have equestrian trails?

Ronda Ramsey | Feb 3, 2019
Denny Henshaw | Feb 4, 2019

No

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Is their overnight backpack camping on the hiking trails?

joe conter | Feb 3, 2019
joe conter | Feb 4, 2019

Is their any overnight backpacking trails in the area?

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How much is a camping spot

Zack Hostutler | Feb 3, 2019
wv blueangel | Feb 4, 2019

For your quickest answer, call them.

How long is the blue trail?

Glenna Cale | Feb 3, 2019
Dan Digennaro | Feb 4, 2019

wasnt on it

Is there a fire ban currently or can we have a campfire? Planning on staying there this weekend. Thanks.

Anna Brinkworth | Feb 3, 2019
leigh facemire | Feb 4, 2019

I don't believe so. I was there a couple of weeks ago and we had a campfire. And I live within a couple of hours of the campground and there has been a lot of rain lately. Also it's supposed to rain most of this week

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Do you need to reserve the overlook for a small wedding? Is there a fee?

Beverly Plum | Feb 3, 2019
wv blueangel | Feb 4, 2019

I've seen small weddings there in the past and they sectioned off a small part of the overlook rock. Always best to call to check though.

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What r the hours

Nakala A. | Feb 3, 2019
Scott Kreinbrook | Feb 4, 2019

Sun up to Sun down when the gates open when it's closed its walk in only

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How do reserve a picnic area keep calling and no one answers

Becky Nichols | Feb 3, 2019
Chris Catlett | Feb 4, 2019

Drive up and go-to gift shop

What time do they open

Robert Dice | Feb 3, 2019
Scott Kreinbrook | Feb 4, 2019

Open at dawn closes at dusk

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Is there any ponds in the campground

Dylan Debnar | Feb 3, 2019
Jennifer Munro | Feb 4, 2019

No Just a lake in the park

Were are the tent camping areas located?

Danny Post | Feb 3, 2019
Angela Taylor | Feb 4, 2019

I don't have a for sure answer but.. if you drive out the main road to the end their is a store and information center they can tell you exactly.

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When will moution larual bloom

Theodore Mann | Feb 3, 2019
Scott Kreinbrook | Feb 4, 2019

Usually June July could be later this year cause of late start on spring

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Is it wheelchair accessible? Do they have a wheelchair accessible trail to see amazing views? I need to know!

Unicorns, Rainbows, & Glitter | Feb 3, 2019
WILLIAM KNOTTS | Feb 4, 2019

The overlook , picnic area campground and most trail heads are wheelchair accessible. The road trail is probably the best and can be accessed at beginning of park and along orher pull offs on your right as you enter the park heading toward lookout area. You can see the trail on your right as you drive into the park Enjoy .The best view will be at the lookout area but the actual lookout is not wheelchair accessible but still a great view. Blessings .

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Is dispersed camping allowed in cooper's rock st Forrest?

Jeromy Eakin | Feb 3, 2019
WILLIAM KNOTTS | Feb 4, 2019

I do not believe so. Nice camping area though .

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Whats the hours for driving up to the outlook and not doing the 3.5 mile hike one way?

Rachelle Wildman | Feb 3, 2019
Jennifer Munro | Feb 4, 2019

The outlook has a parking lot its not far. Its right there. Have fun a d enjoy!!

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Where is a good deer hunting spot at coopers rock?

Morgantown Doug mountaineer | Feb 3, 2018
Jeff Summers | Feb 4, 2018

Definitely allowed to hunt, has a antler size limit, not sure of the specifics, areas not to be hunted are very clearly marked, not sure where to say is best, depends on your preferences, pay attention to your surroundings, very easy place to get lost, check special regulations in dnr pamphlet

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How is the squirrel hunting in the national forest

John Felton | Feb 3, 2018
Denise Fall | Feb 4, 2018

not allowed to hunt in a state park

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Are there any fresheater places to swim at coopers rock state forest?

Maryellen Deckard | Feb 3, 2018
Fady Wap | Feb 4, 2018

Cheat lake is about a 5-10 minute drive away and it's a big river with a few places where you can swim

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