Itineraries
Explore the Mon Forest Towns of West Virginia through curated itineraries designed for easy 3-day and weekend trips. From family-friendly adventures to scenic drives and heritage-focused experiences, these itineraries help you discover forest trails, historic towns, and outdoor destinations across the region—one weekend at a time.
Mon Forest Towns
- All
- Cowen
- Davis
- Durbin
- Elkins
- Franklin
- Marlinton
- Parsons
- Petersburg
- Richwood
- Seneca Rocks
- Thomas
- White Sulphur Springs
DavisElkinsParsonsThomas Blackwater Canyon Family Loop
Three-day family loop linking Elkins, Thomas, and Davis with waterfalls, wetland boardwalks, and accessible nature trails.
DavisElkinsParsonsThomas Blackwater Canyon Heritage Loop
Three-day heritage driving loop through Tucker and Randolph Counties exploring three centuries of Appalachian history.
DavisElkinsParsonsThomas Blackwater Canyon Scenic Loop
Three-day hiking loop from Elkins to Davis featuring challenging summits, canyon overlooks, and high-elevation ecosystems.
DavisPetersburgSeneca RocksThomas Canaan Valley Family Loop
Three-day family loop featuring waterfalls, rock formations, underground caverns, and charming mountain towns from Thomas to Petersburg
DavisPetersburgSeneca RocksThomas Canaan Valley Heritage Loop
Three-day heritage loop exploring coal-era ruins, pioneer homesteads, and natural history from Thomas to Petersburg.
DavisPetersburgSeneca RocksThomas Canaan Valley Scenic Loop
Three-day challenging hiking loop from Thomas to Petersburg featuring ridge vistas, alpine plateaus, and iconic rock formations.
CowenMarlintonRichwood Cranberry Country Family Loop
Three-day family loop from Marlinton featuring alpine bogs, waterfalls, rail-trail biking, and scenic highland byways.
CowenMarlintonRichwood Cranberry Country Heritage Loop
Three-day heritage circuit from Marlinton exploring Civil War sites, logging history, and unique Appalachian communities.
CowenMarlintonRichwood Cranberry Country Scenic Loop
Three-day scenic loop from Marlinton featuring Highland Scenic Highway, wilderness byways, and moderate mountain hikes.
DurbinMarlintonWhite Sulphur Springs Greenbrier Valley Family Loop
Three-day family adventure from White Sulphur Springs featuring steam trains, rock formations, and lakeside recreation.
DurbinMarlintonWhite Sulphur Springs Greenbrier Valley Heritage Loop
Three-day heritage journey from White Sulphur Springs exploring Civil War sites, CCC architecture, and Cold War history.
DurbinMarlintonWhite Sulphur Springs Greenbrier Valley Scenic Loop
Three-day challenging circuit from White Sulphur Springs featuring backcountry trails, lookout towers, and virgin forests.
DurbinElkinsSeneca Rocks Laurel Fork Family Loop
Family-friendly three-day loop featuring scenic trains, easy nature trails, discovery centers, and small-town charm from Elkins.
DurbinElkinsSeneca Rocks Laurel Fork Heritage Loop
Three-day heritage circuit from Elkins exploring railroads, Civil War battlefields, and forest conservation history.
DurbinElkinsSeneca Rocks Laurel Fork Scenic Loop
Three-day highland circuit from Elkins featuring observation towers, Spruce Knob, Seneca Rocks, and challenging backcountry trails.
FranklinPetersburgSeneca Rocks North Fork Family Loop
Three-day family adventure through Petersburg, Seneca Rocks, and Franklin featuring caverns, easy trails, and scenic drives.
FranklinPetersburgSeneca Rocks North Fork Heritage Loop
Three-day North Fork heritage route exploring Native American sites, Civil War battlefields, and pioneer homesteads.
FranklinPetersburgSeneca Rocks North Fork Scenic Loop
A demanding three-day hiking itinerary, this route links Dolly Sods, North Fork Mountain, and Seneca Creek, offering technical terrain, sweeping views, and remote backcountry for experienced adventurers.