The '''Monongahela National Forest''' [http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/mnf] is in the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. There are campgrounds, picnic areas, and over 500 miles of hiking trails, in addition to mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, boating, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, hunting, and fishing.

Contact

  • '''Monongahela National Forest''', 200 Sycamore Street, 304-636-1800.
  • '''Seneca Rocks''', US-33 and WV-28, 304-567-2827. 900-foot-tall formations made of Tuscarora quartzite with over 375 mapped climbing routes and a self-guided interpretive trail with a viewing platform.
  • '''Spruce Knob''', Forest Road, 304-567-2827. The highest point in West Virginia, at 4,861 feet. A stone and steel observation tower provides 360-degree views, and there's a half-mile trail circling the Knob. Fishing, hiking and an on-site campground with 43 sites.
  • Understand

    The MNF is more than 900,000 acres and encompasses several wilderness areas, including Seneca Rocks and Spruce Knob. Within the forest are many small communities that have limited lodging, restaurants and small shops. Before hiking, camping, fishing, etc., be sure you are not trespassing on private land.

    History

    Landscape

    Flora and fauna

    Climate

    Get in

    The MNF is is about an hour east of Elkins. Take US-33 West.

    Fees/Permits

    Get around

    See

    Do

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    Eat

    Drink

    Sleep

    Lodging

    Camping

    There are more than 20 campgrounds in the MNF. Accessibility of campgrounds varies.

    Backcountry

    Backcountry camping is allowed in most areas, provided you stay so far off the road and leave-no-trace.

    Stay safe

    Get out