Seneca Creek Backcountry

19,600 acres with 60+ miles of trails, waterfalls, wildflower meadows, and connections to Spruce Knob.
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Seneca Creek Backcountry spans 19,600 acres of waterfalls, open meadows, and forested corridors in the Monongahela National Forest, offering over 60 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Highlights include the Seneca Creek Trail where waterfalls tumble through mossy gorges, and the High Meadows which burst with wildflowers in summer. With ample streamside camping and direct connections to Spruce Knob, Seneca Creek provides diverse terrain for day hikes and multi-day backpacking loops accessible from Seneca Rocks.

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All-Year; Campgrounds close in Winter

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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.

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Nearby Towns

Downtown

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15 Minutes

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From its unexpectedly cool downtown coffee shops and breweries to its rail trails and wilderness areas, Elkins packs above its weight in outdoor adventures.
Famed for its dramatic cliffs and overlook trail, Seneca Rocks is a gateway to Spruce Knob, Dolly Sods, and some of West Virginia’s best hiking and climbing.

60 Minutes

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Situated between Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks, Franklin provides easy access to iconic West Virginia hikes, paddling routes, and high-country trail systems.
Parsons, WV blends small-town charm with direct access to the Monongahela National Forest, the Allegheny Highlands Trail, and the Blackwater Canyon Rail Trail.
Just minutes from Dolly Sods and Smoke Hole Canyon, Petersburg blends historic downtown charm with rail, river, and trail access at the eastern edge of the Monongahela National Forest.
Thomas, WV combines a thriving arts district with trail, waterfall, and canyon access as the northern gateway to the Monongahela National Forest.

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