Fall color continues to spread into additional regions of the Mountain State and is reaching peak in highest elevations of the state as the West Virginia Department of Tourism releases its second fall foliage update of 2022. Although slightly behind the timeline initially projected, autumn has officially made its way into the rolling hills of West Virginia. West Virginians – and those visiting the state – are encouraged to get out and explore the state’s country roads and world-renowned hikes this week to catch a glimpse of stunning fall colors.
Fall Foliage Update
Featured Hikes
- Moderate | 5.2 mile out and back | Tucker County
- This trail, positioned in Canaan Valley Resort State Park is considered to be a moderately challenging route. Oftentimes, hikers will take a shortcut and ride the scenic chairlift, then continue north to Bald Knob.
- Easy | 3.1 mile out and back | Pocahontas County
- Hike this easy, 3.1 mile out and back trail for a spectacular fall view at the end. Many consider this to be the area’s most visited spot for a good reason– the views from the lookout point are unrivaled.
- Accessible | 0.6 mile loop | Pocahontas County
- Found in the Monongahela National Forest, the Cranberry Glades are unlike your typical Mountain State landscape. Here you’ll find a level boardwalk that takes you right through it all. This half-mile loop is an easy, yet beautiful walk that will take you through some of the most unique plant life in the state.
Red Creek Trail to Lions Head Rocks
- Hard | 7.3 out and back | Tucker County
- An ideal trail for backpackers, this out and back trail is considered to be a challenging route. Traverse over boulders, through a river and you’ll be rewarded with incredible views of the Lion’s Head rock formation and rolling hills as far as the eye can see.