May 11 – 14 Clifftop, West Virginia (near New River Gorge National Park) Babcock State Park
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We’re starting to sound like a broken record, but man oh man you just can’t beat these state
parks! They are beautiful all across this country. This one was no exception – it’s HUGE
and had all of the amenities including laundry. Yes – we have to “adult” every now and then
which includes having clean sheets and clothes – LOL!!!
The drive to get there was clear, green, and towards the end, a VERY skinny road. Here
we go again – both looking at each other – hoping that NO ONE comes the other direction
as where the heck are we supposed to pull over just a tad??? Um….no…….that was after
the downhill “8% truck grade” and the sharp curves every 10 seconds!
Within the campground is the well-known (around here) Glade Creek Grist Mill – a fully
functional replica of the original Cooper’s Mill, which once stood on the grounds. Absolutely
stunning waterfalls everywhere…..there are over 16 different trails to hike, with overlooks into the River Gorge….wow just wow!!
This park is close to the New River Gorge National Park which was on our bucket list.
OMG!!! Just breathtaking………………………………………………………………..the bridge
is taller than we could have ever imagined. Its 3,030’ tall…..
We had one good day to site see then it rained the entire next day. We were glad to see
what we came here to see.
“Country roads, take me home, to the place I belong, West Virginia”.
We realize we are fortunate to be able to travel as we do. We’ve seen some rather
Interesting places as we forge across this beautiful country…often times in VERY rural
areas.
