Marlinton Ranger District

Mountain Biking

Areas for Mountain Biking at Marlinton Ranger District

• Marlin Mountain Trails
• Rimel Area Trails
• Tea Creek Trail System

Campground Camping

There are four developed camping areas available on the Marlinton Ranger District. Each is unique and provides primitive camping opportunities for visitors exploring Pocahontas County and the southern part of the Monongahela National Forest. See each of the Site Descriptions to learn more about camping on this District.

Please note: Williams River Dispersed Camping is maintained by Gauley Ranger District and Marlinton Ranger District but is listed under Gauley Ranger District on this site.

Areas for Campground Camping at Marlinton Ranger District

• Day Run Campground
• Pocahontas Campground
• Tea Creek Campground

RV Camping

There are four developed camping areas available on the Marlinton Ranger District. Each is unique and provides primitive camping opportunities for visitors exploring Pocahontas County and the southern part of the Monongahela National Forest. See each of the Site Descriptions to learn more about camping on this District.

Please note: Williams River Dispersed Camping is maintained by Gauley Ranger District and Marlinton Ranger District but is listed under Gauley Ranger District on this site.
 

Areas for RV Camping at Marlinton Ranger District

• Day Run Campground
• Pocahontas Campground
• Tea Creek Campground

River and Stream Fishing

Fishing is popular on the Williams River, Greenbrier River, and Knapps Creek, which are seasonally stocked with trout by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR).   A state fishing license, National Forest Stamp, a Conservation stamp, and trout stamp are required. Please contact the WVDNR for more information on fishing and hunting licensing requirements.

Licenses and bait are available in Marlinton, Edray, Cowen-Webster Springs area, Dyer, and Hillsboro.

Day Hiking

Areas for Day Hiking at Marlinton Ranger District

• Marlin Mountain Trails
• Pocahontas Campground
• Rimel Area Trails
• Tea Creek Trail System

Backpacking

Areas for Backpacking at Marlinton Ranger District

• Rimel Area Trails
• Tea Creek Trail System

Horse Riding

Although no trails have been specifically designed for stock or pack animals, there are a number of trails that are suitable for this type of use.  Pack animals are prohibited in Developed Camping sites and areas.

Many gated forest roads are also suitable for horseback riding and exploring.  The following is a list of areas on the Marlinton Ranger District that are suitable for horse riding:  Middle Mountain Trail #608, Bannock Shoals Trail #446, FR 345, FR55, FR135, FR 461, Greenbrier River Trail (75 mile rail-to trail from Cass to I-64), and the Marlin Mountain Route: From the Marlinton Ranger District office to FR 300 then follow FR300a (Halfway Run) to the Greenbrier River Trail.

Please call the Marlinton Ranger District at 304-799-4334 for trail maps or more specific information regarding horse riding on the District.

Big Game Hunting

The Marlinton Ranger District is a popular destination for hunting.  Please contact the West Virginia Division of Resources for more information on hunting licensing requirements.  Must be 500 feet or more away from a Recreation Area.

Small Game Hunting

The Marlinton Ranger District is a popular destination for hunting.  Please contact the West Virginia Division of Resources for more information on hunting licensing requirements.  Must be 500 feet or more away from a Recreation Area.

Game Bird/Waterfowl

The Marlinton Ranger District is a popular destination for hunting.  Please contact the West Virginia Division of Resources for more information on hunting licensing requirements.  Must be 500 feet or more away from a Recreation Area.

Viewing Scenery

Interpretive Areas

Several educational signs and interpretive trails are located along the Highland Scenic Highway. 

If travelling to Marlinton, WV, another interpretive trail can be accessed from the Greenbrier River Trail. The Wyatt Trail (#488) is located 2 miles South (down river) from Marlinton on the Greenbrier River.  It is just over 1/4 mile and provides the younger audience with a great start in tree identification, forest ecology, and forest pests.  At the end of the trail, two picnic tables provide a resting or picnic spot before returning to the Greenbrier River Trail
 

Picnicking

Shaded by large white pine, the Rimel Picnic Area is an ideal location to stop along your way for a picnic. This area offers picnic tables, accessible vault toilets, and information kiosk describing local trails. Laurel Creek Trail #466 is an 8.8 looping trail that begins and ends at Rimel. Middle Mountain Trail #608 starts at Rimel and heads 20-miles south to Neola, WV.

Picnicking is also available along the Highland Scenic Highway at each of the four overlooks.

Areas for Picnicking at Marlinton Ranger District

• Rimel Picnic Area
• Tea Creek Campground

Group Picnicking

Highland Scenic Highway
Rimel Picnic Area

Areas for Group Picnicking at Marlinton Ranger District

• Rimel Picnic Area

XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

Cross country skiing and snowshoeing is available on the Parkway section of the Highland Scenic Highway and many trails around the Cranberry Glades and Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Near the intersection of the Highland Scenic Highway and US 219, there is a small trail system with a centrally located warming hut.

Note: The Highland Scenic Highway is not maintained in the winter months.