September 18th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

West Virginia State Parks has opened five new stargazing cabins at Coopers Rock State Forest. In all, 12 cabins will become available for visitors to stay overnight and experience nighttime views in one of the state’s three International Dark Sky Parks. The A-frame design of the cabins recently won accolades from the American Institute of Architects. Chelsea Ruby, state Tourism Secretary, said they set out to make the experience special…

  

“This is a project I’m really excited about. Really passionate about. We looked at the research. We knew that people like unique lodging and we really dug in to find our strengths in West Virginia and landed with these amazing designs here.”