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Travel through
a wild and undeveloped portion of the Monongahela National Forest. Rolling
mountainous terrain is covered by hardwood forests and capped by dark
spruce at high elevations. Traverse a narrow and steep-walled valley where
views of clear mountain streams are common. These are the sites which have been recommended for this tour. If you are beginning this tour from the west (from the town of Richwood), start at the beginning and move down the list. If you are beginning this tour from the east (either from the town of Mill Point or the junction of US 219 and WV 150), begin at the bottom of the list and move up. Summit Lake: This small mountain lake contains trout, bass, and panfish. Boats with electric trolling motors are allowed. Falls of Hills Creek Scenic Area: The three waterfalls at the Falls of Hills Creek cascade over rock layers of sandstone and shale. A three-quarter mile (1.2 km) trail provides access to the falls, including a paved, barrier-free trail to the first falls. Cranberry Glades Botanical Area: Bogs are acidic wetlands typically found in Canada and the northern United States. To protect this fragile area, a half-mile (.8 km) long, barrier-free boardwalk has been constructed for visitor use. Guided tours are conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer months or can be specially arranged by contacting the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Cranberry Mountain Nature Center: In addition to offering information about the national forest and other nearby attractions, the visitor center houses an exhibit hall and audio visual programs. These provide a better understanding of forest ecosystems and local history. Special programs and guided tours are available upon request.
The following organizations offer itineraries along the Highland Scenic Highway: |