Babcock State Park in Fayette County, east of Fayetteville, WV, is among West Virginia's most popular state park destinations. Its 4,127 wooded acres include part of the gorge of the New River Gorge National River (http://www.NewRiverWV.com), a spectacular setting for cabins and facilities that include a pool, restaurant, and the beautifully restored Glade Creek Grist Mill, where visitors can explore grist milling and purchase meal.
The Glade Creek Gristmill was completed in 1976, by combining parts and pieces from several old mills from various places in West Virginia. The structure of the mill, originally the Stoney Creek Grist Mill, was moved to Babcock from a spot near Campbelltown, Pocahontas County. From the Spring Run Grist Mill near Petersburg, Grant County, the overshot water wheel was acquired and several other parts came from the Roaring Creek Grist Mill near Onego, Pendleton County.
Recreation: hiking, biking, playground, paddleboating, horseback riding, swimming pool, lake and stream fishing
Lodging: 28 cabins; 52 camping sites
Dining: restaurant, concessions, picnic areas
Highlights: Boley Lake, Island-in-the-Sky Overlook, Glade Creek Gristmill
Reference : www.wvexp.com/index.php/Babcock_State_Park
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