Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area

The recreation area spans 100,000 acres of land in eastern West Virginia, featuring mountain peaks, rock formations, and diverse natural landscapes.

The United States Forest Service established this area in 1965 as the first national recreation area within the national forest system.

The region maintains strong connections to Appalachian traditions through local stores, farming practices, and seasonal community gatherings.

Visitors access multiple campgrounds, hiking trails, and the Seneca Rocks Discovery Center, with facilities open throughout the warmer months.

The area contains both Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak at 4,863 feet, and Seneca Rocks, a 900-foot vertical formation.

Location: Pendleton County

Elevation above the sea: 1,021 m

Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recarea/?recid=9915

Website: https://fs.usda.gov/recarea/mnf/recarea/?recid=9915

GPS coordinates: 38.83390,-79.36780

Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:42