George Washington & Jefferson National Forests
 

Welcome to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests

 

The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests stretch along the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Virginia and even cross into parts of West Virginia and Kentucky.  Welcome to your forests!

Choose an adventure

Know before you go
Go Camping! Link to camping information on the forest. Got a Map? Link to available maps for the forest.
Go Hiking! Link to hiking opportunities on the forest. Need a Recreation Pass? Link to information on various passes available for standard amenity fee sit

Check with a local district office to learn about current conditions and restrictions. 

 

Features

New fees proposed for three Forest campgrounds

The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests are interested in hearing your comments on proposed new fees for three campgrounds.


Fees are increasing at some Forest recreation sites this year

Fees are increasing at some recreation sites on the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests beginning in 2019.  See what sites are affected. 


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Spotlights

Special Places Page

Virginia Creeper Trail

Special Places on the GWJ National Forests...


https://www.fs.usda.gov/gwj/