Recreation Opportunities
Recreation opportunities abound on the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
Bicycles are allowed on open forest roads, roads that are gated to prevent motor vehicle travel, and on more than 1,100 miles of trails on the George…
Hiking is allowed on open forest roads, gated forest roads, and on more than 1,925 miles of trails on the George Washington and Jefferson National…
Horse Riding is allowed on:Open forest roads.On many forest roads that are gated to prevent motor vehicle travel.On more than 1,290 miles of trails…
The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests provides multiple opportunities to hunt, fish and engage in shooting sport activities in a safe…
An off-highway vehicle (OHV) is a motor vehicle capable of off-highway travel during winter or summer. OHV’s include all-terrain vehicles…
The George Washington and Jefferson National Forest offers a wide variety of nature viewing opportunities, cultural sites and interpretive sites.Â
Bring your picnic basket to one of our developed picnic areas scattered throughout the forest!  Many locations have picnic tables, vault toilets,…
The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests have multiple options for water sport enthusiasts! Choose from a wide variety of swimming…
Visitors are welcome to enjoy winter in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.  Popular activities include hiking and cross country…