Cheap Cabins in West Virginia

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Many visitors come to West Virginia every year for its scenic state parks such as the Babcock and Watoga, its unbelievable hiking trails, fish-filled lakes and serene landscapes. Don't worry about spending much money on lodging---many cabins options are available near all the natural scenery.

Rustic Retreat Cabins

These are affordable cabins with a rustic charm, which are clean, modern and fully furnished. Some come with decks and balconies, and there also is ample room to park your watercraft. These cabins are located right near the Summerville Lake area---only five minutes from the nearest Summerville Lake boat launch and a 10-minute drive from the Summerville Lake Marina. Many activities are hosted nearby, including trout fishing, rock climbing, boating and swimming near the Summerville Lake area. Visitors can also enjoy the nearby area state parks: Carnifex Ferry Battlefield, Babcock or Hawk's Nest.

Rustic Retreat Cabins
PO Box 445
Mount Nebo, WV 26679
888-991-7700
wvrusticretreatcabins.com

Watoga State Park Cabins

Located in the mountains of Pocahontas County, the Watoga State Park spans more than 10,000 acres and hosts many activities, including fishing, swimming, hiking, boating, mountain biking and canoeing. Cabins are an affordable option for families and visitors who wish to stay at this wonderful and scenic park. Promotional rates are often available during the winter months. The cabins are furnished and clean with full- and queen-size beds, working bathroom and shower facilities, cooking utensils, refrigerator and television. The Restaurant at Watoga serves hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Watoga State Park Cabins
HC 82, Box 252
Marlington, WV 24954
304-799-4087
watoga.com

Babcock State Park

Vacationers visiting the Babcock State Park have their choice of five economy cabins, eight bungalow cabins and two deluxe handicap-accessible cabins---all of which are affordable in price. All cabins are fully equipped with bath and shower, plus a wood-burning fireplace. Also included are all the comfortable amenities you'd need---kitchen appliances, utensils, bed linens, towels and blankets. Bungalow cabins come with double-size or single-size bunks. Cabins are only available from mid-April to the end of October. Babcock State Park offers visitors with many things to do, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and horseback riding.

Babcock State Park
486 Babcock Road
Clifftop, WV 25831
304-438-3004
babcocksp.com

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Marc Andreottola has been a published writer for nine years. He earned his B.A. from the University of Chicago and an M.F.A. in fiction from Brown University. He has published pieces in "The Barcelona Review," "Useless Magazine," "Pop Matters," "K48," "The Lifted Brow" and elsewhere.

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