Mountain biking map of monongahela national forest mon forest front and back web. In the 1920 monongahela national forest was created to restore forests and reduce flooding. Pdf maps of fire departments within each wv county. The motor vehicle use maps for each district are available to the public free of charge at all forest offices and visitor centers or on line. Monongahela nf legend 2 trailhead roads trails map id length name campground fee area. The detailed road map represents one of many map types and styles available. Best camping in and near monongahela national forest. Oct 27, 2015 monongahela national forest recreation guide and trail maps stay safe and healthy. Interactive travel map united states forest service. Like its neighbor just to the south the more famous cranberry wilderness the tea creek trail system presents a physical and mental challenge to complete that far exceeds trail lengths and elevation gains, thanks to rugged terrain and wet conditions. Monongahela national forest is located in the allegheny mountains of west virginia. This forest ranges in elevation from 900 feet at petersburg to 4,861 feet at spruce knob, the highest point in west virginia.
How to read the sopa legend the national environmental policy act of 1969 nepa abbreviations and definitions. Dec 28, 2018 the dolly sods wilderness is located on top of the allegheny plateau of west virginia, and is part of the monongahela national forest. The dolly sods wilderness, which is part of the national wilderness preservation system, contains much of the red creek drainage and contains heath and bog ecotypes, more commonly typical to. Monongahela national forest travel guide at wikivoyage. European settlementera vegetation of the monongahela national.
This map has no warranties as to its contents or accuracy. They are correct, there are so many overlooks we couldnt mark them all on our hike map. There are 23 campgrounds, 17 picnic areas, and 500 plus miles of hiking trails. Ecological subsections of the monongahela national forest study area. Almost the entire eastern half of west virginia is marked green parkland on the map, and most of that goodness falls under the auspices of this stunning national forest. National map accuracy standard of the office of management and budget. Monongahela national forest hiking guide 9th edition. This format can be viewed within your browser or printed out on your printer.
The following motor vehicle use maps have been prepared and issued under 36 cfr 212. Monongahela national forest printable topo hike map pdf seneca rocks weather forecast garmin gdb, gps exchange gpx whats this. Forest service schedule of proposed actions for the monongahela national forest. National forest campground guide eastern region illinois indiana maine michigan minnesota missouri new hampshire new york ohio pennsylvania vermont west virginia. Eventually there will be blue diamond markers on the trees for the majority of. The monongahela has five federallydesignated wilderness areas. Hikers, bikers, hunters, and anglers make up the largest groups. The monongahela national forest is justifiably praised for its abundant greenery, but i like the water features most of all. Bruce sundquist has authored 7 guidebooks on western pennsylvania and northern west virginia.
Best forest trails in monongahela national forest alltrails. The tea creek area of the monongahela national forest is home to a network of interconnected trails offering a challenge to any level hiker. Monongahela national forest hiking guide 8th edition. Hunting, trapping, fishing, and wildlife viewing are popular uses. Usda forest service caring for the land and serving people.
Save on popular hotels near monongahela national forest, durbin. Located in grant, randolph and tucker counties, west virginia, the dolly sods wilderness spans over 17,371 acres in the monongahela national forest. Use our gps maps, elevation charts, get directions, or view pictures from the. Approximately three million tourists visit the forest annually, according to the u. Then we used a different app and got there shortly. Best trails in monongahela national forest west virginia alltrails. There are many miles of railroad grades that are a link in the recreation use of the forest. Monongahela national forest is in the forests category for randolph county in the state of west virginia. The trail descriptions refer to the topo maps in the book and include highlights. Monongahela national forest hospital camping shelter cabins nontrail facility water cass scenic railroad rail trail 10 legend tunnel camping interstate state line u.
Fish and wildlife service west virginia field office 694 beverly pike elkins, west virginia 26241 july 2006. Northland nature loop trail dolly sods wilderness, wv. Monongahela national forest west virginia 2020 all you. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. Programmatic biological opinion for the monongahela national forest 2006 forest plan revision prepared by. Monongahela national forest national forest foundation. Monongahela national forest hiking guide 8th edition maps.
The monongahela national forest just might be the definitive highmountain forest experience that includes roughly a million acres and reaches an elevation of 4,863 feet. You start climbing the mountains in the monongahela forest. Recreation ranges from self reliant treks in the wildernesses and backcountry areas to the challenges of mountain climbing to traditional developed site camping. Dolly sods wilderness loop backpacking guide into the. The dolly sods wilderness is located on top of the allegheny plateau of west virginia, and is part of the monongahela national forest. If youre driving to cass or snowshoe at this time of the yearyoure in for a surprise. Find cheap deals and discount rates among them that best fit your budget. Monongahela national forest includes spruce knobseneca rocks national recreation area and eight wilderness areas. Right after you pass george washington national forest, i. For more specific information related to the monongahela national forest, please visit their local home page. Map showing the location of laurel fork south wilderness. Monongahela national forest maps click a region of the overview map to view detail maps throughout the monongahela national forest. The following motor vehicle use maps have been prepared and issued. Up a mountain and back down to a railroad, then to the highlight and turnaround point the high falls.
Wilderness area located in the greenbrier ranger district of monongahela national forest in west virginia. There are seven trailheads, with the two more popular ones at the north and south of the wilderness. There are campgrounds, picnic areas, and over 800 mi of hiking trails, in addition to mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, boating, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, hunting, and fishing. John denver knew there was something special about west virginia and today you can let those country roads take you home to monongahela national forest. National forest monongahela national forest monongahela national forest monongahela national forest monongahela national forest t virginia lewisburg caldwell seebert hillsboro mill point buckeye droop renick beard burnsides. Otter creek wilderness is part of the monongahela national forest located in eastern west virginia, near the cities of elkins and parsons. The monongahela national forest is over 919,000 acres and lies within 10 counties in west virginia, making it the fourth largest national forest in the northeast. Monongahela national forest topo map in randolph county, west.
No matter what activities your family enjoys, the monongahela national forest offers a variety of recreational opportunities at varying levels. Look at monongahela, washington county, pennsylvania, united states from different perspectives. A super lush and diverse forest awaits hikers and bikers at smoke hole canyon, where a misty morning fog will greet you along the river. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. This national forest covers over 364,000 hectares 909,000 acres in the eastern part of the state, spread across ten west virginia counties, and is the fourth largest national forest in the northeast united states. Monongahela national forest printable topo hike map pdf seneca rocks weather forecast garmin gdb, gps exchange gpx whats. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. May 12, 2019 21 posts related to monongahela national forest hiking guide 8th edition. Dec 08, 2019 monongahela forest was a huge surprise.
Monongahela national forest hiking guide dehart, allen, sundquist, bruce on. Otter creek wilderness mnf gis staff monongahela national forest. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. The trail started in the woods, came out to a meadow with an old orchard, back to a hardwood forest, then a hemlock forest. There are campgrounds, picnic areas, and over 800 mi 1,300 km of hiking trails, in addition to mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, boating, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, hunting, and fishing. Monongahela national forest west virginia conservation agency. Monongahela national forest topo map in randolph county. A single loop campground, with a couple of secluded walkin tent only campsites, is located at the edge of the dolly sods scenic areawilderness and is truly a special place. Explore monongahela national forest holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Click a region of the overview map to view detail maps throughout the monongahela national forest.
Monongahela national forest refuge headquarters and visitors center canaan valley state park camp little canaan wma onelane bridge legend refuge headquarters and visitors center parking area handicap access fishing access beaver wetland complex refuge all roads and trails are also open to xcountry skiing access road. Mountain state trail alliance is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. The monongahela national forest hiking guide is researched and edited by two experienced hikers who have a combined total of 88 years of trail knowledge. A backpacking trip in this area will expose you to a very diverse and unique landscape with sphagnum bogs, grassy meadows lined by spruce trees, windcarved boulders, and beautiful mountain vistas. The pdf file format allows documents to be saved in one common format that is downloadable by anyone. Otter creek, dolly sods, laurel fork north, laurel fork south, and cranberry. Monongahela national forest is covered by the snyder knob, wv us topo map quadrant. Monongahela national forest recreation guide and trail. Route wv state route river county line wv county route forest route bridge lodging parking park headquarters picnic site restroom nt 64 60 18 92 102 greenbrier river trail. With the signing of the omnibus public land management act of 2009, an additional 37,741 acres of the federal land managed by the monongahela national forest in west virginia has been given wilderness designation.
To select a road or trail or to perform a search, routes must be visible in the current map extent. The forest services preferred alternative is plan revision alternative 2 modified, which is referred to in this document as the fpr. The monongahela national forest is a national forest located in the allegheny mountains of eastern west virginia, usa. The best i saw during my limited exploration were high falls and the nearby streams. The trail to get to table rock was flooded with rushing water and was washed out so unfortunately we couldnt cross. Anyone who is interested in visiting monongahela national forest can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. Use our gps maps, elevation charts, get directions, or view pictures from the trail to plan your next hike or backpacking trip. Top 10 hotels closest to monongahela national forest in. State park and state forest trail maps a list of trail maps in pdf format for many park and forest locations. Within the border of pocahontas county is more than onethird of the 900,000acre monongahela national forest, a vast paradise of forest land and natural wilderness areas. Monongahela national forest topo map, randolph county wv. A list of trail maps in pdf format for many park and forest locations. Schedule of proposed actions are available on this website in both pdf portable document format and html page format.
Monongahela national forest headquarters elkinsrandolph. Best waterfall trails in monongahela national forest alltrails. Usda forest service sopa monongahela national forest. Walk down the steps to the trail and take a left, following the sign towards sites homestead. Seneca rocks, monongahela national forest wv hikingupward. More than 900,000 multiuse, publicaccess acres make this the ultimate natural escape. On these forests, use or possession of a motor vehicle inconsistent with these designations is prohibited under 36 cfr 261. The monongahela national forest is in the potomac highlands of west virginia. Public interest in the roads within national forests is increasing, and few natural resource issues in recent years have attracted as much public scrutiny as road. Monongahela national forest the monongahela national forest is in the potomac highlands of west virginia.
The longest is the glady to durbin west fork railroad trail which is 23 miles long. Monongahela national forest is displayed on the snyder knob usgs quad topo map. Monongahela national forest is a national forest in west virginia. Information on travel management direction on other national forests should be. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is bartow 1 s which is approximately 6 miles away and has an elevation of 3,025 feet 882 feet lower than monongahela national forest. Monongahela national forest camping showing 37 locations. The identify details tool may be used to select a forest at smaller scales zoomed out or a route at larger scales zoomed in. If you want a view, walk no more than 25 yards to the west off the trail and you will find one. Spruce knob is the highest point in west virginia at 4,863 ft 1,482 m, and seneca rocks is a 900 ft 270 m quartzite crag. Your guide to the areas most beautiful hikes molloy, johnny on. Monongahela national forest map potomac highlands, west.
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