🌤 Weather at Berkeley Springs State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30–73 °F | 58–85 °F | 32–77 °F | 21–44 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Cacapon St Park #2, 9 mi away, elevation 958 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Berkeley Springs State Park—”America’s First Spa”—is the only state-run spa in the United States! Experience the same 74.3°F warm mineral springs that attracted George Washington in 1748.
Spa Services
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| 🛁 Main Bathhouse | Massages, facials, sauna, whirlpool |
| 🏛️ Roman Bath House | 9 private 750-gallon tubs (102°F water) |
| 💧 Public Water Tap | Free access to spring water |
| 🏊 Wade Pools | Outdoor spring run-off pools |
Historic Significance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 First Visited | George Washington, 1748 (age 16) |
| 🏛️ Town Founded | 1776 as “Bath” |
| 💧 Spring Flow | 2,000 gallons/minute |
| 🏆 Unique | Only state-run spa in USA! |
FAQ
Do I need a reservation for spa services?
Reservations are highly recommended—especially for Roman Baths and massages. Walk-ins welcome but availability varies.
♨️ America’s Historic Spa
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Location & Getting There
Berkeley Springs State Park is located in West Virginia. The park’s coordinates are 39.6256, -78.2292. Check the park’s official website or your state parks app for detailed driving directions and GPS navigation tips.
Quick Facts
- Location: West Virginia
- Coordinates: 39.6256, -78.2292
- Activities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Pets: Allowed on leash in most areas (check local rules)
Things to Do
West Virginia parks nestle in the Appalachian Mountains with rugged scenery. Activities include hiking along canyon rims, rock climbing, whitewater rafting world-class rapids, fishing for trout, camping in deep forest, mountain biking, and exploring coal mining heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Fall is spectacular with vivid Appalachian foliage. Summer is peak for whitewater and swimming. Spring brings wildflowers and trout fishing. Winter offers snow-covered landscapes.
Visitor Tips
West Virginia state parks are free to enter. The system offers resort-quality lodges and restaurants inside parks. Reservations through wvstateparks.com. Cell service is limited in mountain parks.
Explore More West Virginia State Parks
Berkeley Springs State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in West Virginia. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in West Virginia guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
More parks in West Virginia: Cacapon Resort State Park and Morgan Morgan Monument. See the full West Virginia state parks guide.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Berkeley Springs State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Dogs and cats (the only pets permitted) are welcome in West Virginia state parks and forests, including campgrounds and trails, if leashed, restrained, vaccinated and in good health.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Pets must be leashed and restrained at all times; in lodging public areas a sturdy leash no longer than 10 ft is required
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Select pet-friendly cabins, cottages and lodge rooms at 16 state parks and 4 state forests (e.g. Babcock, Blackwater Falls, Cacapon Resort, Twin Falls Resort); lodge rooms $25 first night + $10 each additional night per pet (capped at $75 per visit), cabins $50 first night + $5 each additional night per pet
- Pet fees statewide rule
- Lodging pet fees: lodge rooms $25 first night + $10/additional night per pet (max $75/visit); cabins $50 first night + $5/additional night per pet
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Only dogs and cats permitted; maximum two pets in pet-friendly lodging; rabies certification required for lodging stays
Are dogs allowed at Berkeley Springs State Park?
Dogs and cats (the only pets permitted) are welcome in West Virginia state parks and forests, including campgrounds and trails, if leashed, restrained, vaccinated and in good health. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via wvstateparks.com. More: West Virginia state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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