Monongahela National Forest
Endlessly Wild & Wonderful
Monongahela National Forest will provide the 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree and thousands of ornaments made by the people of West Virginia.
Monongahela National Forest was established in 1920 and encompasses one of the most ecologically diverse areas in the United States. Elevations range from just under 1,000 feet to 4,863 feet above sea level. Monongahela National Forest is a working forest providing timber, water, grazing, minerals and recreational opportunities. Explore your Forest!
Plan Your Adventure
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Recent News
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Seneca Rocks Discovery Center Seeks Appalachian Artists & Artisans for 2023 Season
Release Date: Mar 29, 2023
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Monongahela National Forest Plans Prescribed Burn in the Hopkins Knob area of Greenbrier County
Release Date: Mar 28, 2023
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Helicopter Logging to Begin in West Fork Timber Sale April 1
Release Date: Mar 24, 2023
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New Logo Revealed for 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Project
Release Date: Mar 24, 2023
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Tom Cullerton Named Deputy District Ranger for the Gauley & Marlinton-White Sulphur Districts on Monongahela National Forest
Release Date: Mar 20, 2023
Features
Mower Tract Restoration Project

Purchased by the Forest Service in the late 1980s, the 40,000-acre Mower Tract is located on Cheat Mountain and has been the focus of red spruce restoration for over 10 years. The goal of the Mower Tract restoration is to re-establish native red spruce forests, increase the water storage capacity of Cheat Mountain, improve water quality in the Shavers Fork watershed, and provide wildlife corridors for vulnerable and threatened species.
Burning to Practice – A Fire Training Simulation on Ramshorn Ridge

On October 18, Monongahela National Forest staff conducted an exercise simulating a prescribed burn in a remote area of Pocahontas County near Greenbank. This training allowed experienced employees from the fire program to work directly with those developing their skills in a controlled environment.
Spotlights
2020 Centennial

Monongahela National Forest celebrated its100th anniversary in 2020. Look back on the history and the special events that commemorated this achievement in land stewardship.
General Forest Rules

Planning a trip to Monongahela National Forest? Here is what you need to know to keep yourself safe and help us protect this special public land.
Timber Contracting

Interested in how we manage timber sales? Our timber contracting page has been recently updated with details on timber management and guides for business with the Forest Service.
Alerts & Warnings