The Best Backpacking in Whitmer

Seneca Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Riverton, West Virginia.

Huckleberry, Lumberjack, Seneca Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Riverton, West Virginia.

Though this beautiful hike is a serious workout, it's actually quite easy to follow. It's also listed on Google Maps - I'd highly recommend downloading the map offline just in case something happens. Starting at the trailhead (park at a pull-off along the gravel road just a few hundred feet befor...

Red Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Davis, West Virginia.

Big Stonecoal Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Davis, West Virginia.

Moore Run Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Bowden, West Virginia.

Rohrbaugh Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Cabins, West Virginia.

Lower Otter Creek Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Hendricks, West Virginia.

The hike begins at the "Dolly Sods Trailhead Parking" location easily found on Google Maps. The lot is big enough for about 6-8 vehicles. Begin walking at the end of the gravel parking lot/road for about 0.5 miles until you enter the Dolly Sods Wilderness Area in a small grassy field where sever...

What used to be an artillery testing site during WWII, Dolly Sods is a great place for backpackers of almost any expertise. Water is easily found throughout the wilderness area and while 21 miles might feel like a lot, it is very manageable over the course of 3 days. Attached (at the bottom) is a...

One of my favorite hikes in West Virginia, since the whole ridge is full of views.  Backpacking the North Fork Mountain Trail is about 24.7 miles in total and a challenging hike but with relentless views. In my opinion, the best West Virginia has to offer. Summertime backpacking the whole the NFM...

Arguably one of the most beautiful hiking areas on the United States' east coast, the Dolly Sods Wilderness inarguably has the most unique trailhead warning sign: Watch out for unexploded ordinance in the area. (The U.S. Army used the area for artillery and mortar training during WWII.) Don't fre...

This particular hike is great as there are multiple camping sites, both established and backcountry, and views for miles around almost every bend. Still not convinced? This high-altitude plateau has characteristics typically found in Canadian landscapes. so you can travel north without leaving y...

Bear Rocks/Lions Head Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Davis, West Virginia.

Coal Knob and Breathed Mountain Loop via Bear Rocks Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Davis, West Virginia.

Starting on Bear Rocks Trail, hike down to the Red Creek. Sometimes water levels can be high, but most of the time you can cross the creek without getting any deeper than your knees. Link up with the Raven Ridge Trail and head south. Enjoy the views through this section, as it's a great place to ...