Roaring Plains West Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia, United States.
The Roaring Plains West Wilderness encompasses 8,800 acres of steep slopes, elevated plateaus, dense forests, grassy balds, and numerous mountain streams.
The designation of Roaring Plains West Wilderness under the Wilderness Act of 1964 established permanent protection for this natural land within Monongahela National Forest.
The wilderness maintains its natural state without modern development, allowing visitors to experience the landscape as early settlers encountered it centuries ago.
Visitors can access multiple trails from Forest Road 19, but should bring navigation tools as the paths lack proper signage and trail markers.
The wilderness reaches high elevations that provide clear views of both Seneca Rocks and the Milky Way during nighttime hours.
Location: West Virginia
GPS coordinates: 38.93810,-79.43220
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:09
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