Lost River State Park
321 Park Dr, Mathias, WV 26812
3,712 acres · 15 miles of trails
Spanning 3,712 acres in West Virginia's eastern panhandle near Mathias, this state park has shaded trails with water access for leashed dogs. Parking, restrooms, and trash cans are provided, along with pet-friendly cabins. Bring sturdy boots for rugged terrain.
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- Park
- Lost River State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Mathias, West Virginia
- Coordinates
- 38.9106, -78.8639
- Size
- 3,712 acres
- Trail miles
- 15
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 420 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 3,712 acres of room
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Dog policy
3,712-acre eastern panhandle state park. Leashed dogs welcome on trails. Pet-friendly cabins available.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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