Needleseye Park

Needleseye Park is a spectacular 281-acre municipal park of permanently protected land in Oak Hill, Fayette County, owned by the city and managed under a deed of conservation easement via the WV Land Trust. This unique municipal park now features brand-new facilities to maximize the enjoyment of its stunning, rugged landscape.

Park Amenities and Recreation:

The park's diverse terrain—ranging from easy, rolling paths to steep, rocky, and technical trails—supports a wide array of activities:

• Mountain Biking: Explore 8 miles of newly installed single-track multi-use mountain biking trails, offering exhilarating challenges for riders.
• Disc Golf: Enjoy the officially completed 18-hole disc golf course, adding a popular recreational feature.
• Rock Climbing & Bouldering: The park features a vast cliff line and numerous boulders, providing exceptional climbing opportunities with ongoing safety work.
• Hiking: Use the extensive trail network for hiking and running.
• Nature: It is a prime location for bird watching and general nature viewing.

Updated Access and Facilities:

Access is now centralized at the enhanced trailhead area, which includes all the new visitor amenities:

• Main Trailhead: Located off Terry Ave and Needleseye Rd 
• New Amenities: Visitors can now utilize the updated and expanded trailhead parking area, a convenient ADA accessible two-stall restroom facility, and a large, comprehensive trailhead kiosk providing full park information.
• The Main Path: The "blue" blazed trail remains the primary access trail to the Needleseye rock formation which is 0.7 miles from the parking area, and the Lion’s Den is a 1-mile hike.

Needleseye Park's unique combination of protected natural beauty, state-of-the-art amenities, and broad recreational activities makes it a truly remarkable destination in Fayette County, West Virginia.

Utilize Trailforks: providing detailed, color-coded maps, elevation profiles, and real-time trail condition reports contributed by the local community.