Picnicking
Picnicking is one of the most popular activities on the Monongahela National Forest. These sites are popular place where you can find a picnic table. Our group picnic areas are great places to host events if you have a larger group, and most are able to be reserved in advance through recreation.gov or by calling our offices.
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Big Bend Campground
Big Bend is located in the Smoke Hole Canyon next to the South Branch of the Potomac River at the end of County Route 2.
Blue Bend Recreation Area and Campground
Located on State Route 16, near Alvon, West Virginia, Blue Bend is in a rustic and beautiful setting along scenic Anthony Creek. The area serves both campers and daytime visitors, and is popular for…
Cranberry Glades Botanical Area
Site Open
The Cranberry Glades Botanical Area protects the largest area of bogs in West Virginia. Bogs are acidic wetlands more commonly found in the northern areas of this country and in Canada. The ground…
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center
The Cranberry Mountain Nature Center is fun for visitors of all ages and backgrounds, and includes an exhibit hall with live native snakes, auditorium, a nature store, events and programs. The…
Dolly Sods Picnic Area
This small picnic area is nestled among the trees near the top of the Allegheny Plateau. Dolly Sods picnic area is located less than a mile from the Dolly Sods Scenic Area which offers a unique view…
Gaudineer Picnic Area
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
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…
Horseshoe Recreation and Campground Area
Constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, Horseshoe is nestled in the mountains of West Virginia along Horseshoe Run. Horseshoe is located approximately 7 miles northeast of St.…
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area and Campground
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a complete family destination offering a wide variety of activities and camping options. Standard, tent-only and group camping facilities are perched along Lake…
North Bend Picnic Area
Site Closed
Wooded picnic area with tables, grills, trash cans and two accessible vault toilets. Located adjacent to the North Fork Cherry River on State Route 39/55 eight miles East of Richwood, West…