Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park facts for kids
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Patterson House
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Location in West Virginia
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| Location | Nicholas, West Virginia, United States |
| Area | 156 acres (63 ha) |
| Elevation | 1,696 ft (517 m) |
| Established | October 28, 1935 |
| Named for | Battle of Carnifex Ferry |
| Governing body | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is an American Civil War battle site that commemorates the Battle of Carnifex Ferry. It is located on the rim of the Gauley River Canyon near Summersville, a town in Nicholas County, West Virginia. The 156-acre (0.63 km2) park features Patterson House Museum, three views of the Gauley River, hiking trails and picnic facilities. It is one of the oldest state parks in the United States. A Civil War reenactment takes place on a weekend after Labor Day. As Carnifex Ferry State Park, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
Accessibility
Accessibility for the disabled was assessed by West Virginia University. The assessment found the picnic shelters and concession stand to be accessible. The 2005 assessment identified issues with parking lot signage, slippery sidewalks, and insufficient handrails.
