Hacklebarney State Park

About Hacklebarney State Park

The freshwater Black River carves its way through the rocky Hacklebarney State Park and surrounds debris in the hemlock-lined gorge. The stream also consists of two tributaries, Rinehart and Trout, and is fed by a number of small streams and a few small ponds. Even during the summer heat, the temperature in Black River Gorge is cool and refreshing.

In the 19th century, the park was the site of iron ore, today Hacklebarney is a popular spot for fishermen, hikers and picnickers. The river, racing through the gorge, with its deep, deep blue water, creates a majestic beauty in all seasons.

Three rare and endangered plant species are found in the park: American ginseng, leatherwood and Virginia neck. The park is home to several species of wild flowers, as well as a variety of birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals.

Set up a picnic table and charcoal grill in a picturesque spot in the gorge, but you will need to limit your charcoal fire to the metal grill or grill you bring along.

Hacklebarney State Park features a total of 5 km of hiking trails of varying levels of difficulty. The paths along the Black River are narrow and stony, most of the paths are gravel, but some are asphalted.

The cool, shady slopes of the gorge are dominated by hemlock, and several hiking trails provide access to the forest along the Black River. A mixed area around the stream and river, as well as a large number of trees, forms an area that supports a variety of endangered and endangered species.

Drive one mile and turn right onto Hacklebarney Road, past the entrance on the left, and drive approximately one and a half miles to the north side of the park.