Chief Logan State Park

West Virginia’s Southern Coalfield Retreat — 4,000-Acre Park and Lodge, 75-Room Conference Lodge, Vacation Cabins, Campground, Swimming Pool, 18 Miles of Trails, Wildlife Exhibit, Outdoor Drama Amphitheater, Logan County West Virginia

Chief Logan State Park is a 4,000-acre park in Logan County, West Virginia, near Logan, named in honor of the legendary Mingo chief Logan (Tah-gah-jute). The park features a 75-room Chief Logan Lodge with restaurant and conference center, vacation cabins, campground, outdoor swimming pool, 18 miles of hiking trails through rugged Appalachian terrain, wildlife exhibit, outdoor drama amphitheater, miniature golf, tennis courts, playgrounds, and seasonal interpretive programs celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of southern West Virginia’s coalfield region.

Chief Logan Lodge and Accommodations

The 75-room Chief Logan Lodge serves as a modern hotel and conference center featuring comfortable rooms and suites, an indoor pool, fitness center, hot tub, the Chief Logan Restaurant & Sessions Lounge, and full conference facilities. Located at 1000 Conference Center Drive, Logan, WV, the lodge provides year-round accommodations. Vacation cabins in the park offer fully equipped kitchens, fireplaces, and woodland privacy, while the campground accommodates both tent and RV campers with modern amenities.

Trails and Natural Features

The park’s 18 miles of hiking trails wind through rugged Appalachian mountain terrain, offering challenging climbs and scenic ridge walks through mixed hardwood forests of oak, hickory, poplar, and maple. The park’s wildlife exhibit provides educational displays on the diverse fauna of the southern West Virginia mountains, including black bear, white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and numerous bird species. Spring wildflower displays include trillium, lady slipper orchids, and rhododendron.

Recreation and Programs

Recreational facilities include an outdoor swimming pool (seasonal), miniature golf course, tennis courts, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and playground areas. The park’s outdoor drama amphitheater has historically hosted theatrical performances celebrating Appalachian heritage and the story of Chief Logan. Seasonal interpretive programs offer guided nature hikes, campfire programs, and educational workshops.

Chief Logan — The Mingo Leader

The park is named for Chief Logan (Tah-gah-jute, c. 1723–1780), a Mingo (Iroquois) leader known for his initial friendship with European settlers and his eloquent oratory. His famous “Logan’s Lament” speech, delivered after the murder of his family in 1774, was widely circulated in colonial America and praised by Thomas Jefferson as rivaling the finest Greek and Roman orations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chief Logan State Park have overnight accommodations?

Yes, the park offers a 75-room lodge, vacation cabins, and campground. The lodge operates year-round.

Is there an entrance fee?

There is no entrance fee for day use. Fees apply for lodging, camping, pool, and miniature golf.