ELKINS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Monongahela National Forest’s opening dates for developed recreation sites are now available at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/monongahela/recreation. Local conditions can affect dates, please check the web often for updates.
Campground and picnic shelter reservations for some sites may be made at www.recreation.gov. Â Roadside camping, also called dispersed camping or boondocking, is available in many areas of the Forest year-round. For additional details on recreation opportunities and facilities, contact local offices:Â https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/monongahela/offices.
To ensure a safe visit, please remember that cell phone service is unreliable while in the Forest; please take a look at map options available:Â https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/monongahela/maps-guides . For other safety information to prepare for your trip visit:Â https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/monongahela/safety-ethics.







