Cacapon Resort State Park

818 Cacapon Lodge Dr, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411

6,000-acre resort state park on Cacapon Mountain in WV's Eastern Panhandle. 6-acre lake with a wide sandy swim beach, lifeguards, row and paddleboat rentals, restrooms, changing facilities, and a seasonal snack bar. Also on-site: lodge, cabins, spa, golf course, tennis, basketball, and 20+ miles of trails.

Great day for a beach walk.

85°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

  • 85°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 20% rain — pop-up showers possible
72 /100
great
69 Sunbathe
76 Walk
70 Fish
75 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
85°F
Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
SW
Rain
20%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water Temp
Sunrise
6:48 AM
Sunset
7:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Today Sep 9
85°

Isolated Rain Showers

20%
72
Thu Sep 10
78°

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

41%
41
Fri Sep 11
75°

Partly Sunny

11%
83
Sat Sep 12
74°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

71%
21
Sun Sep 13
79°

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

20%
57
Mon Sep 14
78°

Mostly Sunny

5%
86
Tue Sep 15
81°

Mostly Sunny

11%
84

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Parking

State park lot.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

818 Cacapon Lodge Dr, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411

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Is it safe to swim at Cacapon Resort State Park today?

Cacapon Resort State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Cacapon Resort State Park dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas; not on swim beach.

Is there an entry fee at Cacapon Resort State Park?

Entry to Cacapon Resort State Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Cacapon Resort State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Cacapon Resort State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Cacapon Resort State Park?

Amenities at Cacapon Resort State Park include lifeguards, beach, bathhouse, boat rentals, snack bar, lodge, cabins, spa.

When is the water warmest at Cacapon Resort State Park?

Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Cacapon Resort State Park located?

Cacapon Resort State Park is in Morgan County, WV, at 818 Cacapon Lodge Dr, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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