Recreation
From lush woods and cold mountain streams to unique mountaintop balds, over 1.8 million acres of Appalachian forests in Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky are yours to explore.
Recreation opportunities abound on the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests.
Walnut Flats Campground
Site Open
This small, primitive campground is well suited for tent camping but also accommodates small recreation vehicles. It has shaded sites clustered around a grassy opening surrounded by forest. Flat Top…
Walter Robinson Canoe Access Point
Site Open
Spend the day canoeing on the clean waters of the highly regarded Cowpasture River. This access point travels past the National Champion Yellow Buckeye, whose diameter is nearly 25 feet!
Walton Tract Canoe Access Point
Site Open
The Walton Tract Canoe Access Point is located on a former dairy farm along the Cowpasture River. In addition to canoeing, there are opportunities for fishing and hiking. Follow the hiking signs…
War Branch Trail (Forest Trail #69)
War Branch Trail links to the Appalachian Trail via the War Spur Loop Trail. War Branch Trail branches off from the northern section of the War Spur Loop about a quarter mile from the loop trailhead.…
War Spur Loop Trail (Forest Trail #68)
War Spur Loop is an easy trail through the Mountain Lake Wilderness that treats hikers to a wide variety of plant life and an outstanding view. Most hikers travel the loop counter-clockwise,…
West Side Shooting Range
Site Open
This site offers both rifle and handgun shooting ranges with covered shooting platforms and benches. Eight lanes are available. Shotguns, clay or skeet shooting is prohibited.Please bring your own…
Whetstone Ridge Trail (Forest Trail #523)
The Whetstone Ridge Trail is one of the longest trails on the Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts, running end-to-end with the northern trailhead on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near milepost 29 and the…
White Cedar Horse Camp
Site Open
Built in 2006, this campground is located on top of Flat Top Mountain. It is perfect for camping with horses; there is plenty of shade and every site has a metal pipe corral. White Cedar’s main…
White Rock Tower Trail (Forest Trail #466)
The trail begins in the parking area on Forest Road #108 and heads northwest along the southern boundary of the Rich Hole Wilderness Area. The trail leads to the top of Mill Mountain and passes…
White Rocks Campground
Site Open
White Rocks Campground is in a secluded forest setting with cool summertime temperatures and great wildlife watching opportunities. A small creek meanders through several campsites and a nature trail…