Monongahela National Forest Valerius Tygart / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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A U.S. Forest Service site. See below for whether your pass works and the most common visitor questions.

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Monongahela National Forest

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Maybe — confirm before you go.

This Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

Where it is
38.5540, -79.8963
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Camp at Monongahela National Forest This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Monongahela National Forest — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — This Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Monongahela National Forest?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Monongahela National Forest. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Monongahela National Forest?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include 235C, 235B. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Yes Can you bike here?

Yes — biking is available at Monongahela National Forest. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.

Depends Do you need a permit to climb?

Rock climbing is available here; some routes or areas may need a permit. Check current climbing regulations first.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

Nearby sites

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Moomaw Lake

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Army Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.

Wildlife Viewing
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Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Valerius Tygart / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge

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This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

BikingBoatingInterpretive Programs
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Sutton Lake Brian M. Powell (user Bitmapped on en.wikipedia ) / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Sutton Lake

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Army Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.

BoatingCampingFishing
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Burnsville Lake U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, photographer not specified or / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Burnsville Lake

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Army Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.

BoatingHistoric & Cultural SiteCamping
WV · Fee unknown