## 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 outstanding overlooks, local caves and Blackwater
Falls.

## Recreation

River swimming is a lot of fun, and there are plenty of trout to tempt anglers
of all skill levels. The 2-mile River Loop Hiking Trail is enjoyed by many
visitors, and is a great way to watch for birds and wildlife.

## Facilities

River swimming is a lot of fun, and there are plenty of trout to tempt anglers
of all skill levels. The 2-mile River Loop Hiking Trail is enjoyed by many
visitors, and is a great way to watch for birds and wildlife.

## Natural Features

The campground is perched along a bend on the Shavers Fork River. Shavers is a
tributary of the Cheat River, a popular rafting river with rocky rapids.  
  
Stuart is in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest
extends over the north central highlands of the state, straddling many of the
region's highest peaks. Elevations here range from 1,000 to 4,863 feet above
sea level.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (304) 567-3082.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Elkins is a 14-minute drive from the campground. An annual
Mountain State Forest Festival takes place here every October.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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 outstanding overlooks, local caves and Blackwater Falls.<h2>Recreation</h2>
River swimming is a lot of fun, and there are plenty of trout to tempt anglers of all skill levels. The 2-mile River Loop Hiking Trail is enjoyed by many visitors, and is a great way to watch for birds and wildlife.<h2>Facilities</h2>
River swimming is a lot of fun, and there are plenty of trout to tempt anglers of all skill levels. The 2-mile River Loop Hiking Trail is enjoyed by many visitors, and is a great way to watch for birds and wildlife.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is perched along a bend on the Shavers Fork River. Shavers is a tributary of the Cheat River, a popular rafting river with rocky rapids. 
<br/><br/>
Stuart is in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, straddling many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations here range from 1,000 to 4,863 feet above sea level.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (304) 567-3082.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Elkins is a 14-minute drive from the campground. An annual Mountain State Forest Festival takes place here every October.

STUART RECREATION AREA

Stuart Recreation Area

## 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 secluded and offer a quiet retreat for visitors.
Rented as a single unit, Middle Mountain Cabins include a main cabin with a
kitchen, and two historic sleeping cabins.  
  
The cabins occupy a 3.5-acre space about 18 miles south of Wymer. The two
smaller cabins were built in 1939 and served as bunk houses for Forest Service
employees.

## Recreation

Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) are located on a half-acre
grassy field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near
the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. Several other trails around the Middle
Mountain Cabins include the High Falls of Cheat Trail # 345, which is a
2.9-mile trek to the beautiful waterfalls.  
  
The West Fork Rail Trail #312 is an old railroad grade and runs along the West
Fork of the Greenbrier River. The Allegheny Trial # 701 spans many districts
on the Monongahela National Forest.  
  
Fishing is popular on the Cheat, Glady Fork, Shavers Fork, and West and East
Forks of the Greenbrier River. Lake fishing is popular at Spruce Knob Lake and
Buffalo Lake. A state fishing license, National Forest Stamp, a Conservation
stamp, and a trout stamp are required.

## Facilities

Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) are located on a half-acre
grassy field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near
the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. Several other trails around the Middle
Mountain Cabins include the High Falls of Cheat Trail # 345, which is a
2.9-mile trek to the beautiful waterfalls.  
  
The West Fork Rail Trail #312 is an old railroad grade and runs along the West
Fork of the Greenbrier River. The Allegheny Trial # 701 spans many districts
on the Monongahela National Forest.  
  
Fishing is popular on the Cheat, Glady Fork, Shavers Fork, and West and East
Forks of the Greenbrier River. Lake fishing is popular at Spruce Knob Lake and
Buffalo Lake. A state fishing license, National Forest Stamp, a Conservation
stamp, and a trout stamp are required.

## Natural Features

Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) is located on a half-acre grassy
field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near the
11,839-acre Laurel Fork South Wilderness.  
  
The Laurel Fork of the Cheat River is characterized by its narrow valley floor
with regularly dissected slopes and long narrow ridges. The continuous forest
cover of primarily Beech, Maple, Birch, and Cherry is occasionally broken up
by beautiful meadows along the river.

## Nearby Attractions

A convenience store and fuel can be found in Bartow and a larger grocery store
can be found in Elkins. Due to rural mountain roads, visitors should expect to
drive for at least an hour to reach these towns.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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 secluded and offer a quiet retreat for visitors. Rented as a single unit, Middle Mountain Cabins include a main cabin with a kitchen, and two historic sleeping cabins. 
<br/><br/>
The cabins occupy a 3.5-acre space about 18 miles south of Wymer. The two smaller cabins were built in 1939 and served as bunk houses for Forest Service employees. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) are located on a half-acre grassy field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. Several other trails around the Middle Mountain Cabins include the High Falls of Cheat Trail # 345, which is a 2.9-mile trek to the beautiful waterfalls.
<br/><br/>
The West Fork Rail Trail #312 is an old railroad grade and runs along the West Fork of the Greenbrier River. The Allegheny Trial # 701 spans many districts on the Monongahela National Forest.
<br/><br/>
Fishing is popular on the Cheat, Glady Fork, Shavers Fork, and West and East Forks of the Greenbrier River. Lake fishing is popular at Spruce Knob Lake and Buffalo Lake. A state fishing license, National Forest Stamp, a Conservation stamp, and a trout stamp are required. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) are located on a half-acre grassy field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. Several other trails around the Middle Mountain Cabins include the High Falls of Cheat Trail # 345, which is a 2.9-mile trek to the beautiful waterfalls.
<br/><br/>
The West Fork Rail Trail #312 is an old railroad grade and runs along the West Fork of the Greenbrier River. The Allegheny Trial # 701 spans many districts on the Monongahela National Forest.
<br/><br/>
Fishing is popular on the Cheat, Glady Fork, Shavers Fork, and West and East Forks of the Greenbrier River. Lake fishing is popular at Spruce Knob Lake and Buffalo Lake. A state fishing license, National Forest Stamp, a Conservation stamp, and a trout stamp are required. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Middle Mountain Cabins (elevation 3,750 feet) is located on a half-acre grassy field surrounded by red spruce and yellow birch. The cabins sit near the 11,839-acre Laurel Fork South Wilderness.
<br/><br/>
The Laurel Fork of the Cheat River is characterized by its narrow valley floor with regularly dissected slopes and long narrow ridges. The continuous forest cover of primarily Beech, Maple, Birch, and Cherry is occasionally broken up by beautiful meadows along the river. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A convenience store and fuel can be found in Bartow and a larger grocery store can be found in Elkins. Due to rural mountain roads, visitors should expect to drive for at least an hour to reach these towns.

Monongahela National Forest

Middle Mountain Cabins

## 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.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Gatewood Group

## 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.

Stuart Recreation Area

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Middle Mountain Cabins

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