Geocaching in Charleston!
Come learn the beauty of the state by geoaching your way through the best natural wonders we can offer.
AKanawha State Forest
From looking over various sites, we’ve determined there to be at least 11 geocaches in the State Forest. Please remember to follow all the State Forest Rules about digging, and placement of caches in the forest. There are many intersecting trails to follow and you’ll need to watch out for the trails that allow mountain-bikers and pets on the same trails. Always be aware of your surroundings!
Kanawha State Forest
7500 Kanawha State Forest Dr,
Charleston, WV 25314
BLittle Creek Park
Located in South Charleston, this park may look small, but it is nestled between the Shops at Trace Fork and the southern end of the City. At last count there were more than 5 caches located within the park boundaries.
Little Creek Park
1 Little Creek Park Rd,
South Charleston, WV 25309
CCoonskin Park
At least 20 caches remain to be found in Coonskin Park. Located off of US 119 north of the City, but still within it, it’s a great place to spend the afternoon searching for caches.
375 Henry C. Shores Dr,
Charleston, WV 25311
DSouth Charleston
South Charleston, itself, has many caches to find in an urban setting. Come spend the day wandering our streets to find other caches that have been hidden on public property throughout the city.
South Charleston, WV 25303
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Geocaching is a fun way to go out and explore the beauty of Charleston, West Virginia. Some may be wondering what exactly this geocaching is? Well, think of it as a high-tech version of an old-fashioned treasure hunt. Instead of depending on the traditional X to mark the spot, cachers everywhere use a Global Positioning Device (GPS) to find exactly what they’re searching for.
These caches may take you anywhere from the nearest parking lot where you may find the trinket nestled into the lamppost, or even out to the Kanawha State Forest. You might have to go searching under rocks to find that elusive prize. Once you’ve conquered finding a cache there are logbooks that allow hunters to prove that they have been there as well as tell who has been at that location previously. Sign it, and keep on searching to see just how many caches you can find!
Caches can be scattered all throughout the city, so you may find some within walking distance, or just a short 5-10 minute drive away from any of your major stops.