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Watoga State Park

Watoga State Park is a recognized dark sky location in West Virginia for stargazing and astronomy activities.

Bortle class

Watoga State Park is rated Bortle Class 2.

Type

As a U.S. state park, various camping options may be available, including frontcountry camping, dispersed camping (boondocking), and backcountry (backpacking/primitive) camping. Also, electric bicycles are allowed on all trails (motorized and non-motorized). A permit may be required.

For more info, see their website. See also all dark sky places in WV.


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