Feed Hummingbirds In West Virginia At Cathedral State Park

Hummingbird season in West Virginia is a beautiful thing, as countless tiny Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds migrate through the Mountain State. To see hummingbirds in West Virginia, you can set up a feeder in your own backyard – or you can explore one of the state’s wonderful state parks and see them in their natural habitat. At Cathedral State Park in Aurora, you can explore a massive ancient hemlock forest and see the state’s tallest trees before settling down and letting the charming little birds pay you a visit.

The only species of Hummingbird to regularly appear in West Virginia is the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird - and you can tell the males by their distinctive coloring.

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The females have a more muted green coloring - but they’re no less stunning to see floating by.

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So where’s the best place to see these tiny migrating birds? How about Cathedral State Park in Aurora - the ideal location for a day trip?

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This massive hemlock forest is full of easy-to-navigate trails ideal for beginner hikers.

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You’ll pass by some peaceful streams that are the perfect place to cool off during a hot summer hike.

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Some of the trees are among the tallest in West Virginia, making for amazing photo ops. Who knows how long some of these have been standing!

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Then it’s time to relax and wait for the hummingbirds to make their appearance. You can see them suckling from the many flowering plants in the area.

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But if you want to increase your odds of seeing them, bring a feeder with a simple sugar solution and watch the little birds gather for their lunch!

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Have you been to Cathedral State Park? What’s your favorite place to see hummingbirds in West Virginia? Let us know in the comments section, and make sure to visit the official website of Cathedral State Park before your next visit. If you’re interested in another West Virginia adventure, consider a visit to this mountain trail.