Walking the Old Watch: Former Fire Tower Hikes in the Monongahela
Most hikers never find these sites. But for those who do, forgotten fire tower foundations in the Mon Forest offer some of its most remarkable views and stories.
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.
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 […]
Mon Forest Towns Capitol Christmas Tree
On a snowy November 1st, 2023, a Christmas celebration years in the making was underway in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest’s Greenbrier District. An area traditionally frequented by wandering hikers and wildlife had been shrouded in secrecy and transformed overnight into a bustling workshop rivaling Santa’s North Pole operations. The object of all […]