Monongahela National Forest
200 Sycamore St, Elkins, WV 26241
919,000 acres · 825 miles of trails
Elkins' Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia covers 919,000 acres of shaded terrain with water features and parking. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout, with restrooms at key sites. Check for seasonal trail closures.
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- Park
- Monongahela National Forest
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Elkins, West Virginia
- Coordinates
- 38.9261, -79.8467
- Size
- 919,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 825
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.6 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 919,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
919,000-acre national forest covering most of eastern WV. Leashed dogs welcome throughout.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
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