Shavers Fork Mountain Complex, Protected mountain area in Tucker County, United States.
Shavers Fork Mountain Complex is a protected mountain area spanning three counties and featuring diverse ranges, streams, and wildlife throughout West Virginia's highlands. The region contains varied terrain with different forest types and water systems supporting the local ecosystem.
The complex held military importance during the Civil War when the Union Army built one of its highest fortifications on Cheat Mountain. This presence marked the area's strategic value during the conflict.
The Civilian Conservation Corps initiated reforestation projects in the 1930s, marking a shift from industrial logging to environmental preservation.
The area experiences frost year-round, with winter temperatures dropping considerably and heavy snow occurring between November and April. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and dress appropriately for different seasons.
The Gaudineer Scenic Area preserves 50 acres of virgin red spruce forest that was saved from logging due to a historical surveying error. This accidental protection created one of the few remaining old-growth forests in the region.
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