West Virginia Scenic Railroads: 3 Epic Train Excursions in the Mon

Discover West Virginia’s best scenic train rides. Explore the Cass Scenic Railroad, Potomac Eagle, and New Tygart Flyer through stunning Appalachian landscapes.
5 Easy Roadside Waterfalls in West Virginia’s Mon Forest

From Blackwater Canyon to the Elk River, these roadside waterfalls in the Monongahela National Forest region prove the best views don’t always require a trail
The Hidden Maryland Highpoint Hike You Reach from WV

Cross the West Virginia state line on foot in the Monongahela National Forest and hike to Hoye Crest on the Maryland Highpoint Trail near Thomas & Davis.
5 Must-Ride Rail Trails in the Mon Forest Region

Discover the Monongahela National Forest’s rich railroad history on these five scenic long-distance rail trails, from well-known favorites like the Greenbrier River Trail to remote routes like the West Fork and Cranberry Tri-Rivers trails
The Mon’s Hidden Civil Rights Legacy

When most people think of the Civil Rights Movement, they picture the American Deep South, but across the Monongahela National Forest region, a parallel story unfolded.
How to Pronounce Monongahela

Table of Contents Monongahela National Forest sign outside Richwood, West Virginia, on a foggy fall day Many Monongahela’s If you’ve ever stumbled over the name “Monongahela” while talking to your friends about an amazing hiking trip in Dolly Sods or a scenic drive on the Highland Scenic Highway, you’re not alone. This tongue-twister has tripped […]