Top Adventures in Seneca Rocks
Hike Seneca Rocks
Seneca Rocks is probably one of the best known landmarks in West Virginia. This iconic formation sits 900 feet above the North Fork River. I highly recommend anyone interested in taking a trip to West Virginia take some time to visit Seneca Rocks....
2.6 miles
931 ft gain
Camp at Yokum's Vacationland
With warm weather, we couldn't wait to go camping so we drove a few miles south of us to Yokum's Vacationland to camp in a teepee. It was THE BEST! It was so cold and we forgot our air mattress pump so we ended up car camping but the whole adventu...
Climb Seneca Rocks
Park at the Seneca Rocks visitor parking spot located just off Mountaineer Drive. Take the trail directly across from the lot, cross the bridge over the stream, and follow the trail about one mile until you see a rock stair trail on your left side...
2.6 miles
700 ft gain
Camping in Dolly Sods
Arguably one of the most beautiful hiking areas on the United States' east coast, the Dolly Sods Wilderness inarguably has the most unique trailhead warning sign: Watch out for unexploded ordinance in the area. (The U.S. Army used the area for art...
11.9 miles
1050 ft gain
Hike to Rohrbaugh Cliffs in Dolly Sods
Rohrbaugh Cliffs is the social name given to the expansive views found along the Rohrbaugh Plains Trail. This easy hike in the Dolly Sods Wilderness will take you to one of the best overlooks in the area. For a longer or more challenging hike, c...
5 miles
Hike to Chimney Rock in the Monongahela National Forest
Chimney Rock (also referred to as Chimney Top) is a hidden gem in the Monongahela National Forest that offers some of the best views in the state of West Virginia. There are several trail options that pass this overlook, including a 24 mile point...
5 miles
1500 ft gain
Explore the Spruce Knob Observation Tower
Driving to the top of Spruce Mountain is perhaps the most difficult part of the journey. Once at the top of Spruce Mountain, park and head south along a short, 0.2 mile long trail that leads to the official state highpoint of Spruce Knob. Be sure ...
0.4 miles
20 ft gain
Backpack the North Fork Mountain Trail & Chimney Top
One of my favorite hikes in West Virginia, since the whole ridge is full of views.
Backpacking the North Fork Mountain Trail is about 24.7 miles in total and a challenging hike but with relentless views. In my opinion, the best West Virginia has ...
24.7 miles
Hike the Dolly Sods Wilderness North Loop via Rocky Ridge Trail
The hike begins at the "Dolly Sods Trailhead Parking" location easily found on Google Maps. The lot is big enough for about 6-8 vehicles.
Begin walking at the end of the gravel parking lot/road for about 0.5 miles until you enter the Dolly Sods Wi...
10.4 miles
200 ft gain
Hike the Freeland Boardwalk Trail
A free entrance and parking area for about a half dozen cars off Freeland Road features this quick adventure for all ages. The Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Freeland Boardwalk offers a variety of wildlife and environments like Ponds, ...
0.4 miles
0 ft gain
Camp at Red Creek Campground
Beginning your hikes from the Red Creek Campground gives you plenty of good options. For day hikers there is parking at the signed trailheads and for those who want to call the Campground home for a few days the campsites are nice and spaced out s...
Hike around Spruce Knob Lake
Spruce Knob Lake is located just below the peak of Spruce Knob at 3,840’, making it the highest lake in West Virginia. If you are not camping in the campground, there is a parking lot/boat launch located near the dam. If you are camped in the camp...
1 miles
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Seneca Rocks, West Virginia
Seneca Shadows
Overview Seneca Shadows Campground overlooks Seneca Rocks and is surrounded by mountains on both the east and west. Hiking and nature study at Seneca Rocks are just a couple of the popular activiti... -
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Big Bend (Wv)
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Jess Judy
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Stuart Recreation Area
Overview Stuart Recreation Area is set in a mixed forest along the banks of the Shavers Fork River. The river provides excellent fishing and is regularly stocked with trout. Hiking trails lead to o... -
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Middle Mountain Cabins
Overview The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening near a small pond and Camp Five Run, a hiking trail that leads into the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. The cabins are seclud... -
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Deep Wilderness Campsite
Tucked away in the corner of "Wild and Wonderful" Lost River Valley of Mathias WV, enjoy over 40 acres of true "Almost Heaven" secluded land. This backcountry campsite is the very corner of West Vi...From $40/night
