Natural swimming hole
Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run
Creek · West Virginia
About this swimming hole
Horseshoe Recreation Area is a Forest Service campground and day-use area in a valley along Horseshoe Run, about 7 miles from St. George. Recreation.gov's day-use description identifies swimming and a designated snorkel site in the creek at the developed recreation area. The site was staffed through September 14, 2026 and then unstaffed September 15, 2026 to May 1, 2027, so services in that period should be verified.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Unknown |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours; unstaffed September 15, 2026 to May 1, 2027 per operator notice - verify services |
| Parking | Horseshoe Recreation Area parking, 3309 Horseshoe Run Road, Parsons |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, picnic tables |
| County | Tucker County |
| Nearest town | Parsons |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; water shoes recommended for rocky creek bed per visitor reports; no showers, Wi-Fi or cell service at the campground; verify access and services during the unstaffed period |
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 Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run?
Yes — Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run is listed as a natural swimming spot in West Virginia. Heads-up: No lifeguard; water shoes recommended for rocky creek bed per visitor reports; no showers, Wi-Fi or cell service at the campground; verify access and services during the unstaffed period. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run require reservations?
No reservations are required at Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run?
Reported fee info: Unknown. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Horseshoe Recreation Area - Horseshoe Run?
The best season is typically May-September.