Local Trails Spotlight: Pinnacle Rock

Pinnacle Rock State Park is just 15 minutes north of campus in Bramwell, West Virginia, right off Route 52. The park has several short trails and attractions to choose from. Among the more natural attractions is a playground, picnic shelter, and public restrooms.

The main attraction that gives the park its name is a 3,100-foot sandstone stack called Pinnacle Rock. The rock formation has a trail that leads to a viewing deck at the summit providing an outstanding view of the surrounding mountains. If you dare to step off the viewing deck, however, there is a small cave you can easily climb to. There is also a smaller rock formation, Turkey Rock, near the picnic shelter that has a short trail circling it. Beyond the rock formations, the park has many other trails to explore.

The park also features a small lake, named Jimmy Lewis Lake, at the lower end of the park. Most of the trails on the park grounds connect to the lake, but many are very steep in some places. If you are not up for a hike, the lake is just off Nemours Road by way of Route 52. But if want to hike around the lake there is a trail that follows the ridge circling the water. The lake also has a boat ramp and allows fishing.

This park is definitely a place to visit if you are in the area as it has something for anyone looking to spend a day outdoors. The park has a few short trails if you just want a good view along with more intense trails if you want a workout. The park also has a picnic area and playground to host any outdoor event and a lake with easy access to fishing if you just want to kick back and relax.