## 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 activities in the area. The North Fork South
Branch Potomac River is nearby, making fishing a popular pastime.  
  
Two local caves beckon ambitious explorers, and the 900-foot high Seneca Rocks
can be viewed from most campsites.

## Recreation

Rock climbers and hikers adore Seneca Rocks. Both sports will take visitors to
the top of the impressive rocky tops with rewarding views of the mountains and
valleys beyond. The hiking trail can be accessed across the street from the
Seneca Shadows Campground.  
  
Seneca Rocks Visitor Center provides a catch-and-release fishing area, viewing
platforms, educational displays and a gift shop.

## Facilities

Rock climbers and hikers adore Seneca Rocks. Both sports will take visitors to
the top of the impressive rocky tops with rewarding views of the mountains and
valleys beyond. The hiking trail can be accessed across the street from the
Seneca Shadows Campground.  
  
Seneca Rocks Visitor Center provides a catch-and-release fishing area, viewing
platforms, educational displays and a gift shop.

## Natural Features

The campground sits in the river valley within the Monongahela National
Forest, which extends over the north central highlands of the state,
straddling many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000 to
4,863 feet above sea level.  
  
Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most
ecologically diverse national forests in the country.

## Nearby Attractions

Campers make Seneca Shadows a convenient base camp while traveling through the
Potomac Highlands. Explore the scenic roadways, especially when fall colors
are at their peak.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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 activities in the area. The North Fork South Branch Potomac River is nearby, making fishing a popular pastime.
<br/><br/>
Two local caves beckon ambitious explorers, and the 900-foot high Seneca Rocks can be viewed from most campsites.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Rock climbers and hikers adore Seneca Rocks. Both sports will take visitors to the top of the impressive rocky tops with rewarding views of the mountains and valleys beyond. The hiking trail can be accessed across the street from the Seneca Shadows Campground.
<br/><br/>
Seneca Rocks Visitor Center provides a catch-and-release fishing area, viewing platforms, educational displays and a gift shop.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Rock climbers and hikers adore Seneca Rocks. Both sports will take visitors to the top of the impressive rocky tops with rewarding views of the mountains and valleys beyond. The hiking trail can be accessed across the street from the Seneca Shadows Campground.
<br/><br/>
Seneca Rocks Visitor Center provides a catch-and-release fishing area, viewing platforms, educational displays and a gift shop.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits in the river valley within the Monongahela National Forest, which extends over the north central highlands of the state, straddling many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000 to 4,863 feet above sea level.
<br/><br/>
Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Campers make Seneca Shadows a convenient base camp while traveling through the Potomac Highlands. Explore the scenic roadways, especially when fall colors are at their peak.

For Standard Electric sites, there is a $8 electric attribute fee in addition
to the site use fee of $22 to $36.

SENECA SHADOWS

Picnic table at a campsite in an Aspen grove

Seneca Shadows

## Overview

Spruce Knob Lake Campground is tucked in a beautiful hardwood forest less than
a mile from Spruce Knob Lake. The campground provides a peaceful setting with
easy access to boating on the lake and hiking through the mountainous region.  
  
Spruce Knob is the highest peak in West Virginia. A stone and steel
observation tower is perched atop the peak, offering breathtaking 360-degree
views of the area.

## Recreation

Sixty miles of picturesque hiking trails crisscross the region, and the
campground provides direct access to the pleasant 1-mile Big Bend River Loop.  
  
Trout fishing is available nearby at 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake, and in
surrounding creeks. Facilities at the lake include a small boat ramp, parking
area and vault toilets. A wooden pier along the shoreline provides barrier-
free access to the lake.No swimming is allowed.

## Facilities

Sixty miles of picturesque hiking trails crisscross the region, and the
campground provides direct access to the pleasant 1-mile Big Bend River Loop.  
  
Trout fishing is available nearby at 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake, and in
surrounding creeks. Facilities at the lake include a small boat ramp, parking
area and vault toilets. A wooden pier along the shoreline provides barrier-
free access to the lake.No swimming is allowed.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on a wooded ridge overlooking the lake. To the east
is 4,863' Spruce Knob. The vegetation atop Spruce Knob has adapted to a harsh,
exposed environment. One-sided red spruce deformed by constant exposure to
strong westerly winds cling to the high rocky ridges. Blueberry and
huckleberry plants cover the ground.  
  
Due to its location, the campground may experience cold fogs and strong winds
year-round.

## Nearby Attractions

The half-mile Whispering Spruce Trail circles Spruce Knob and provides
panoramic views of the beautiful area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Spruce Knob Lake Campground is tucked in a beautiful hardwood forest less than a mile from Spruce Knob Lake. The campground provides a peaceful setting with easy access to boating on the lake and hiking through the mountainous region.
<br/><br/>
Spruce Knob is the highest peak in West Virginia. A stone and steel observation tower is perched atop the peak, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the area.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Sixty miles of picturesque hiking trails crisscross the region, and the campground provides direct access to the pleasant 1-mile Big Bend River Loop.
<br/><br/>
Trout fishing is available nearby at 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake, and in surrounding creeks. Facilities at the lake include a small boat ramp, parking area and vault toilets. A wooden pier along the shoreline provides barrier-free access to the lake.No swimming is allowed.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Sixty miles of picturesque hiking trails crisscross the region, and the campground provides direct access to the pleasant 1-mile Big Bend River Loop.
<br/><br/>
Trout fishing is available nearby at 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake, and in surrounding creeks. Facilities at the lake include a small boat ramp, parking area and vault toilets. A wooden pier along the shoreline provides barrier-free access to the lake.No swimming is allowed.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on a wooded ridge overlooking the lake. To the east is 4,863' Spruce Knob. The vegetation atop Spruce Knob has adapted to a harsh, exposed environment. One-sided red spruce deformed by constant exposure to strong westerly winds cling to the high rocky ridges. Blueberry and huckleberry plants cover the ground.
<br/><br/>
Due to its location, the campground may experience cold fogs and strong winds year-round.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The half-mile Whispering Spruce Trail circles Spruce Knob and provides panoramic views of the beautiful area.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Spruce Knob Lake

## Overview

Jess Judy is a group camping facility located on the South Branch of the
Potomac River, in West Virginia;s eastern panhandle, about 1.5 miles south of
Big Bend. Canoeing, fishing and hiking are popular activities.  
  
About 1.3 million visitors come to the Monongahela National Forest each year,
and it's no surprise why. The forest is a drivable distance from cities like
Washington D.C. and Pittsburgh, yet the density of flora, fauna and
picturesque mountains seem like a world away from any city.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy canoeing and fishing on the river, and hiking on local trails.
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby and mountain biking is
permitted on most of them. One highly recommended trail for hikers and
backpackers is the North Fork Mountain Trail.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy canoeing and fishing on the river, and hiking on local trails.
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby and mountain biking is
permitted on most of them. One highly recommended trail for hikers and
backpackers is the North Fork Mountain Trail.

## Natural Features

Jess Judy is situated in the northern portion of the Monongahela National
Forest, on the western banks of the river. The region boasts beautiful old-
growth forests that become vibrant with color in fall.  
  
the South Branch of the Potomac River runs north through Smoke Hole Canyon,
which bears a name of uncertain origin. One theory is Native Americans once
used the caves in the canyon for smoking meat, which created "smoke holes."
Another is that misty fog often lies along the river and ascends in what looks
like smoke from a hole.

## Nearby Attractions

Traverse through narrow, steep valleys and over rolling, tree-topped mountains
on the Highland Scenic Highway. This 43-mile drive includes highlights like
Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Summit Lake, and the Falls of Hills Creek.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Jess Judy is a group camping facility located on the South Branch of the Potomac River, in West Virginia;s eastern panhandle, about 1.5 miles south of Big Bend. Canoeing, fishing and hiking are popular activities.
<br/><br/>
About 1.3 million visitors come to the Monongahela National Forest each year, and it's no surprise why. The forest is a drivable distance from cities like Washington D.C. and Pittsburgh, yet the density of flora, fauna and picturesque mountains seem like a world away from any city.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy canoeing and fishing on the river, and hiking on local trails. Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby and mountain biking is permitted on most of them. One highly recommended trail for hikers and backpackers is the North Fork Mountain Trail.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy canoeing and fishing on the river, and hiking on local trails. Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby and mountain biking is permitted on most of them. One highly recommended trail for hikers and backpackers is the North Fork Mountain Trail.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Jess Judy is situated in the northern portion of the Monongahela National Forest, on the western banks of the river. The region boasts beautiful old-growth forests that become vibrant with color in fall.
<br/><br/>
the South Branch of the Potomac River runs north through Smoke Hole Canyon, which bears a name of uncertain origin. One theory is Native Americans once used the caves in the canyon for smoking meat, which created "smoke holes." Another is that misty fog often lies along the river and ascends in what looks like smoke from a hole.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Traverse through narrow, steep valleys and over rolling, tree-topped mountains on the Highland Scenic Highway. This 43-mile drive includes highlights like Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Summit Lake, and the Falls of Hills Creek.

Group Site #1

Jess Judy

## Overview

Big Bend is a family-oriented campground along a bend on the South Branch
Potomac River in Smoke Hole Canyon. With its convenient position on the river,
the campground creates a recreation hub for fishing, tubing, kayaking and
swimming.  
  
About 1.3 million people visit the Monongahela National Forest each year. The
forest is a drivable distance from metropolises like Washington, D.C., and
Pittsburg, yet still offers a remote and scenic camping getaway.

## Recreation

The Big Bend Loop Trail is a one-mile nature trail that circles the
campground. The majority of the trail follows along the river bend.  
  
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby, and mountain biking is
permitted on most trails.

## Facilities

The Big Bend Loop Trail is a one-mile nature trail that circles the
campground. The majority of the trail follows along the river bend.  
  
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby, and mountain biking is
permitted on most trails.

## Natural Features

Big Bend Campground is in the northern portion of the Monongahela National
Forest, boasting beautiful old growth trees that become vibrant with color in
fall.  
  
The river runs north through the Smoke Hole Canyon, which bears a name of
uncertain origin. One theory is Native Americans used the caves of the gorge
for smoking meat, which created "smoke holes." Another is that misty fog often
lies along the river and ascends in what looks like smoke from a hole.

## Nearby Attractions

The Highland Scenic Highway provides an unforgettable drive through narrow,
steep valleys and rolling, tree-topped mountains. Estimated time to drive on
this byway is two to four hours, and highlights include Cranberry Glades
Botanical Area, Summit Lake and Falls of Hills Creek.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Big Bend is a family-oriented campground along a bend on the South Branch Potomac River in Smoke Hole Canyon. With its convenient position on the river, the campground creates a recreation hub for fishing, tubing, kayaking and swimming. 
<br/><br/>
About 1.3 million people visit the Monongahela National Forest each year. The forest is a drivable distance from metropolises like Washington, D.C., and Pittsburg, yet still offers a remote and scenic camping getaway.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Big Bend Loop Trail is a one-mile nature trail that circles the campground. The majority of the trail follows along the river bend.<br/><br/>
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby, and mountain biking is permitted on most trails.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Big Bend Loop Trail is a one-mile nature trail that circles the campground. The majority of the trail follows along the river bend.<br/><br/>
Thirty miles of maintained trails can be found nearby, and mountain biking is permitted on most trails.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Big Bend Campground is in the northern portion of the Monongahela National Forest, boasting beautiful old growth trees that become vibrant with color in fall. 
<br/><br/>
The river runs north through the Smoke Hole Canyon, which bears a name of uncertain origin. One theory is Native Americans used the caves of the gorge for smoking meat, which created "smoke holes." Another is that misty fog often lies along the river and ascends in what looks like smoke from a hole.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Highland Scenic Highway provides an unforgettable drive through narrow, steep valleys and rolling, tree-topped mountains. Estimated time to drive on this byway is two to four hours, and highlights include Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Summit Lake and Falls of Hills Creek.

Site Sign

BIG BEND (WV)

Big Bend (Wv)

## Overview

Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob
Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and
wildlife watching.

## Recreation

With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the
forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail.  
  
With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers
fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed.  
  
Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all
summer long.

## Facilities

With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the
forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail.  
  
With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers
fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed.  
  
Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all
summer long.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West
Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of
the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range
from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet.  
  
Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most
ecologically diverse national forests in the country.

## Nearby Attractions

Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the
campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors
can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and wildlife watching.<h2>Recreation</h2>
With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail.
<br/><br/>
With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed.
<br/><br/>
Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.<h2>Facilities</h2>
With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail.
<br/><br/>
With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed.
<br/><br/>
Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet.
<br/><br/>
Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.

Seneca Shadows

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Spruce Knob Lake

Jess Judy

Big Bend (Wv)

Gatewood Group