West Virginia State Parks: Free Entry, No Pass Needed

Updated 2026-09-04 · Free · No sign-up

You don't need one. West Virginia state parks don't charge day-use entry, so there's no pass to borrow — just go. Verified against wvstateparks.com, checked 2026-09-04.

At a glance

ProgramNot needed — free entry
What it coversWest Virginia state parks charge no entrance or day-use fee at any park — one of a small number of states with zero park-entry fees. A brief 2017 attempt to add a $2/car fee at 7 parks was reversed by the Governor before taking effect.
How to borrowN/A — no pass needed for entry.
Day-use cost otherwise$0 day-use entry fee at all WV state parks.
Sourcewvstateparks.com · checked 2026-09-04

Worth knowing

No library-lending program is needed or found because base entry is already free statewide.

Nearby & similar states

Arkansas · Illinois · Kentucky · Missouri — same situation (No pass needed — parks are free). Or browse all 50 states.

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FAQ

Can I borrow a state park pass from a West Virginia library?

There's no program because none is needed: West Virginia doesn't charge day-use entry at state parks.

What does West Virginia state park entry normally cost?

$0 day-use entry fee at all WV state parks..

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