Kanawha County Parks and Recreation

Kanawha County Parks and Recreation Official Facebook for the Kanawha County Parks and Recreation Commission. Then Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00pm.

The Kanawha County Parks and Recreation Commission is responsible for the operation of the Kanawha County park system. It was created by the Kanawha County Commission through the authority of the West Virginia Legislature. The Voluntary eleven member Commission of appointed by the Kanawha County Commission for six year terms. The Park Commission hires an Executive Director who is responsible for the day to day operation of the park system, under the direction of the Park Commission. Meeting agendas are publicized in accordance with the West Virginia Open Meeting requirements. The Commission has four standing committees: golf, finance, long range and personnel. The system consists of seven parks with 2500 acres. There are highly developed areas and densely forested areas. Facilities include two golf courses, two pools, a variety of recreational activities, shelter rentals and meeting/reception room rentals. Kanawha County Parks mission is to provide a wide variety of recreational activities and opportunities to a broad range of Kanawha Countians.

09/20/2026
09/20/2026

Driving Range is CLOSED today 9/20/26 due to wet conditions.

Back-to-School Reminder High school fall sports practices are getting underway, and you'll likely see more student athle...
09/17/2026

Back-to-School Reminder

High school fall sports practices are getting underway, and you'll likely see more student athletes running, walking, and training throughout Coonskin Park.

Please use extra caution while driving through the park:
🏃 Slow down in areas where athletes may be training
🚗 Stay alert for runners crossing roads and using park facilities
⚽ Help us keep everyone safe as teams prepare for their upcoming seasons

Thank you for doing your part to make Coonskin Park a safe place for everyone. Wishing all of our local student athletes a successful season!

🚨 Trail Update: Elk River Trail 🚨Due to recent heavy rainfall, there is currently a slip along the Elk River Trail. Plea...
09/15/2026

🚨 Trail Update: Elk River Trail 🚨

Due to recent heavy rainfall, there is currently a slip along the Elk River Trail. Please use caution when traveling on the trail and be mindful of the marked area.

Thank you for your patience as we work to keep our trails safe!

09/13/2026

Time to work on your swing!

Head to Coonskin Park Driving Range and get some practice in. Hit a few balls, and enjoy some time at the park!

🌳 Wishing everyone a beautiful day at Coonskin Park!Take some time to enjoy the outdoors, get some fresh air, and make t...
09/12/2026

🌳 Wishing everyone a beautiful day at Coonskin Park!

Take some time to enjoy the outdoors, get some fresh air, and make the most of your day.

Have a great day, everyone! ☀️

Friendly Reminder:For your safety and the safety of others, please walk facing traffic when using park roads. This helps...
09/12/2026

Friendly Reminder:

For your safety and the safety of others, please walk facing traffic when using park roads. This helps you see oncoming vehicles and allows drivers to see you more easily.

Thank you for doing your part to help keep Coonskin Park safe and enjoyable for everyone!

Save this reminder, share it with your walking buddies, and follow us for more park updates! 🌳

09/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Coonskin Park Photo Contest! 📸 We loved seeing summer at Coonskin through all the beautiful moments you captured.

Here are some of the photos we loved the most! Comment below and let us know if you spot your photo!

Follow us for Kanawha County Parks and Golf Courses news, updates, events, and more photo contests coming your way!

⛳ Course Closure Reminder!The Short Course at Coonskin will be closed today, Tuesday, September 8th, for green aerificat...
09/08/2026

⛳ Course Closure Reminder!

The Short Course at Coonskin will be closed today, Tuesday, September 8th, for green aerification.

Thank you for your understanding!

Address

375 Henry C. “Hoppy” Shores Drive
Charleston, WV
25302

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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+13043418000

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