Babcock State Park, located in Fayette County, West Virginia, covers 4,127 wooded acres along the New River Gorge and is about 20 miles from the New River Gorge Bridge. During our visit, we explored its famous Glade Creek Grist Mill.
The Glade Creek Grist Mill is one of West Virginia's most photographed landmarks, set against the picturesque backdrop of Glade Creek and the Appalachian Mountains. This replica of the original Cooper’s Mill, which once stood nearby, was constructed in 1976 using parts salvaged from other historic mills in the area.
Although the mill is typically fully operational, it was not running when we visited. The staff explained that the water flow that day was too weak to power the mill. As seen in our photos, the stream was indeed low and lacked the strength needed for operation.
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