Natural swimming hole
Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park
Lake · West Virginia
About this swimming hole
Cacapon Resort State Park's lower lake has a sandy lakefront swimming beach near Berkeley Springs. West Virginia State Parks lists lakefront swimming Tuesday through Sunday in summer, with boating at the same lake from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The beach is in the 6,115-acre park on the eastern slopes of Cacapon Mountain.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Unknown |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Summer beach hours 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; beach closed Mondays except holidays per WV State Parks |
| Parking | Park lake/beach parking at Cacapon Resort State Park, 818 Cacapon Lodge Drive |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Morgan County |
| Nearest town | Berkeley Springs |
| Safety notes | Seasonal lake beach; check WV State Parks for current beach status and hours before visiting |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park?
Yes — Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in West Virginia. Heads-up: Seasonal lake beach; check WV State Parks for current beach status and hours before visiting. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park?
Reported fee info: Unknown. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Cacapon Lake Beach - Cacapon Resort State Park?
The best season is typically May-September.