Kumbrabow State Forest
At a Glance
Kumbrabow State Forest covers 9,500 acres of high-country terrain in Randolph County, making it West Virginia’s highest state forest with elevations exceeding 3,000 feet. Cool summer temperatures, native brook trout streams, and a 12-mile trail network attract hikers and anglers seeking quiet escapes in lush hardwood forests. Rustic CCC-built cabins, picnic areas beside Mill Creek Falls, and limited development maintain the forest’s remote character along the western edge of the Allegheny Highlands.
Activities
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Picnic
Features
- Mountain Views
- Waterfall
- Cabins
- Tower
Difficulty
Season
All-Year; Day-Use; Campground closed in Winter
Area Trails
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Safety
Cell service may not be available during your hike. Please plan accordingly and always follow Leave No Trace principles.
During hunting season, stay on established trails, wear bright colors like blaze orange, and make your presence known to ensure safety for all forest users.”
Directions
From Elkins, drive south on US-219 for 18.5 miles, turning right at the Huttonsville intersection. Continue for 6.5 miles and turn right onto Kumbrabow Road.
From Cowen, drive east on WV-20 for 14 miles to Webster Springs, then turn right onto WV-15 and continue for 26 miles. Turn left onto Turkey Bone and Dry Ridge Rd at Monterville and continue for 5.5 miles before turning right onto Kumbrabow Road.
From Marlinton, drive north on US-219 for 32 miles, then turn left past Valley Head onto WV-15 and continue for 5.5 miles. Turn right onto Turkey Bone and Dry Ridge Rd at Monterville and continue for 5.5 miles before turning right onto Kumbrabow Road.
Nearby Towns
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