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Tygart Lake State Park in Grafton offers two concrete boat ramps with recently expanded facilities ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The access area includes a shared 75-spot parking lot, fishing pier, portable restrooms, trash receptacles, and lighting. One ramp has been extended to maintain water access through late season, making this a reliable launch point even as water levels drop into fall.
The 10-mile-long lake provides excellent paddling and recreational opportunities with no horsepower restrictions. The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Allegheny Mountain foothills and access to five hiking trails if you want to explore beyond the water. Tygart Lake was created in 1938 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a flood control reservoir, so expect relatively calm, controlled water conditions suitable for paddlers of various skill levels.