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Things to Do

Hiking/Biking

biking through the meadows of pocahontas countyThirteen miles of trails crisscross the forest offering everything from glimpses of rare Kate's Mountain flora to a fitness trail near the picnic area.  Several miles of forest management roads provide additional hiking and biking opportunities.

For trail descriptions, click here.
For forest map, click here.

Swimming

During the summer season, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, the forest's heated pool provides an ideal spot to exercise or just relax.  A wading pool for children is also available.  Bathhouse and pool are fully accessible.

Picnicking

swimming pool at greenbrierNumerous picnic sites are offered for forest guests.  This area is furnished with tables, fireplaces, drinking water, toilet facilities and two reservable shelters. 
Accessible shelter and picnic sites are available.

Game Courts

An archery field range, muzzleloading rifle range, horseshoes and volleyball are available.  Playground equipment is provided at the picnic areas.

Hunting/Fishing

In season, hunting is permitted on the forest. 

The nearby Greenbrier River affords some of the finest smallmouth bass fishing opportunities in the eastern U. S. Stream and lake fishing is available nearby. 
Some of the more popular species include trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass,
crappie, bluegill, catfish and walleye.

West Virginia state hunting/fishing licenses are required.

 

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