Greenbrier Ranger District

The Greenbrier Ranger District is located in Bartow, WV. Some of the district’s highlights include Laurel Fork Wilderness, which offers a solitude-filled wilderness adventure for those looking to be a self-reliant traveler. Gaudineer Scenic Area offers a gorgeous scenic overlook with an interpretive trail and a secluded picnic area.

The Mower Basin Trails offer over 7 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails that meander through open meadows, high-elevation red spruce, and northern hardwood forests in a partnership-led restoration effort in Randolf county.

Area campgrounds or the secluded Middle Mountain Cabin offer great places to stay while you enjoy the area.

For more information on recreation opportunities, please contact the Greenbrier Ranger District at (304) 456-3335.

Operational Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Eastern time, unless otherwise posted. If you need to purchase a pass or permit call ahead to make an appointment.

Directions:

The Ranger Station is on the north side of Bartow,WV, head North on 250. If heading north on 250, the ranger station will be on your left just before you leave Bartow. .

Recreation Sites

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Gaudineer Picnic Area

Site Open

Picnicking

Outdoor Science and Learning

Several somewhat secluded picnic sites sit at the end of a half-mile loop trail though impressive old growth stands of Virgin Red Spruce. The Gaudineer Scenic Overlook also sits along this…

Gaudineer Scenic Area

Outdoor Science and Learning

Picnicking

Hiking

This scenic area is managed to feature an undisturbed condition of the West Virginia highlands for study and enjoyment. Maintaining the natural appearance of the area is an essential management goal…

Island Campground

Site Open

This primitive campground is a favorite among fisherman for being adjacent to Long Run and the East Fork of the Greenbrier River.For hikers, this campground is located close to the East Fork Trail…

Lake Buffalo

Site Open

Water Activities

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting

Lake Buffalo is a 22-acre lake that offers fishermen a quiet retreat. It is regularly stocked with trout by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. Lake Buffalo is located near the town of…

Laurel Fork Campground

Site Open

Located along the Laurel Fork River between Laurel Fork North and South Wilderness areas, this primitive campground offers visitors a nice camping opportunity in the Middle Mountain area on the site…

Laurel Fork Wilderness

Outdoor Science and Learning

Hiking

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting

Winter Sports

The Laurel Fork of the Cheat River is characterized by its narrow valley floor with regularly dissected slopes and long narrow ridges. The continuous forest cover of primarily Beech, Maple, Birch,…

Middle Mountain Cabins

Site Open

The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening, near a small pond and Camp Five Run. The cabins are secluded and offer a quiet retreat for all who visit. Fishing is popular on the…

Old House Picnic Area

Site Open

Picnicking

This small picnic area offers travelers a beautiful place to stop as they enter West Virginia through an eastern gateway to the Monongahela National Forest.Short hiking trails near the area…

Last updated March 3rd, 2025

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