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Caldwell’s forest pool opens for the season
Greenbrier State Forest opens its outdoor pool for Memorial Day weekend, a refreshing add-on to hiking or biking the Greenbrier River Trail nearby.
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Make Memorial Day weekend your start-of-summer reset at Greenbrier State Forest in Caldwell, West Virginia, minutes from Lewisburg. You get cool, high-altitude shade on Kate’s Mountain, plus quick access to the 78-mile Greenbrier River Trail for an easy morning ride before you shift into pool mode.
The main event is the seasonal opening of the forest’s large outdoor pool, a clean, simple reward after time on the trails. Plan to ride the rail-trail first, then return to the forest for a low-key afternoon of swimming, reading, and picnicking. Bike rental options change year to year, but you can usually arrange rentals through shops in Lewisburg.
Arrive close to the 11:30 AM opening to claim a shaded picnic table. Admission is $5 per person, parking in the forest is free, and you should pack high-SPF sunscreen and light layers since the pool deck gets full sun even when the forest stays cool. The pool runs 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday of opening weekend, and if capacity fills or weather turns, Lewisburg is under 15 minutes away for shops, indoor dining, galleries, and a polished evening out.
For overnight plans, book a cabin inside the state forest or choose a vacation rental in the Lewisburg or Caldwell area to keep driving minimal. If you are comparing regional options, including nearby lakeside homes, Lake.com can help you scan availability. Bring your own food if you want to keep the day seamless, and note that while pets are welcome on forest trails, they are not allowed inside the pool enclosure.
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