Get Up and Get Out at Westmoreland State Park

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Looking for that perfect park or campground to visit that’s well maintained, offers a variety of fun, outdoor activities, and has spectacular scenic views?  Consider your search over upon discovering Westmoreland State Park, selected as one of America’s Top 50 scenic views.  Opened in 1936, the park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), a New Deal program dedicated to conservation care.  The park is located just minutes away from the birthplaces of both George Washington and Robert E. Lee.

Perfectly positioned on the Potomac River, Westmoreland State Park is known for its water attractions.  In fact, in 2008 it was selected as one of America’s Top 25 canoeing spots.  The staff leads kayak and paddle boat trips, as well as rent them out individually, down to Fossil Beach, where visitors can sift for and find sharks’ teeth, whale bones, and pre-historic fossils. There is also a power boat…

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