Monongahela National Forest
Endlessly Wild & Wonderful
Monongahela National Forest, located in the Allegheny Mountains of east central West Virginia includes more than 920,000 acres of flowers, trees, rivers, trails and scenic views to explore.
Monongahela National Forest was established in 1920 and encompasses one of the most ecologically diverse areas in the United States. Elevations range from just under 1,000 feet to 4,863 feet above sea level. Monongahela National Forest is a working forest providing timber, water, grazing, minerals and recreational opportunities. Explore your Forest!
Plan Your Adventure
Recent News
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Monongahela National Forest Seeks West Virginia Resource Advisory Committee Members
Release Date: Apr 15, 2024
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Monongahela National Forest Plans to Conduct Prescribed Burns in Greenbrier and Pocahontas Counties
Release Date: Apr 12, 2024
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Seneca Rocks Discovery Center Seeks Appalachian Artists and Artisans for 2024 Season
Release Date: Apr 8, 2024
Features
Wonderful Spring Flowers
One of the wonderful things about being in the woods in early spring is the abundance of wildflowers at Monongahela National Forest. The pageantry begins with spring ephemerals, woodland wildflowers which appear in early spring, flower, set seed, and then die back to their underground parts before the trees unfurl their leaves.
West Virginia’s State Reptile – Timber Rattlesnake
Timber rattlesnakes are found all over Monongahela National Forest and although you probably won't see one, it is possible. The timber rattlesnake is a venomous snake, but there is no reason to be fearful and certainly no reason to hurt or kill them.
Spotlights
2020 Centennial
Monongahela National Forest celebrated its100th anniversary in 2020. Look back on the history and the special events that commemorated this achievement in land stewardship.
General Forest Rules
Planning a trip to Monongahela National Forest? Here is what you need to know to keep yourself safe and help us protect this special public land.
Timber Contracting
Interested in how we manage timber sales? Our timber contracting page has been recently updated with details on timber management and guides for business with the Forest Service.