Natural swimming hole
Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park
Waterfall · West Virginia
About this swimming hole
Mash Fork Falls in Camp Creek State Park is a short stroll from the Mash Fork Campground, where families gather to wade and swim in the pool and creek below the cascade on warm afternoons. The park's second waterfall, Campbell Falls near the horse camp, also has a swimming hole at its base and a clearer, more secluded pool. The 550-acre park is just off I-77 Exit 20 in Mercer County.
Good to know
| Water type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Depth | Pool at base of falls |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Camp Creek State Park parking, 2390 Camp Creek Road, near Mash Fork picnic area and campground |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, picnic tables |
| County | Mercer County |
| Nearest town | Camp Creek |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; creek water is cold per visitor reports; slippery rocks at both falls |
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 Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park?
Yes — Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in West Virginia. Heads-up: No lifeguard; creek water is cold per visitor reports; slippery rocks at both falls. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Mash Fork Falls - Camp Creek State Park?
The best season is typically May-September.