Camp Allegheny 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-1875, At an altitude of 4,400 feet, this camp established by Confederate forces in July 1861, was one of the highest of the Civil War. Because of its exposed conditions, winter at Camp Allegheny was extremely harsh on its occupants. The loss of men combined with the logistical nightmare of keeping the camp supplied contributed to the decision to abandon it in April of 1862. 

Camp Bartow USDA Forest Service P.O. Box 67, Elkins, WV 24920, Bartow, 304-456-3335, Following the reverses at Rich Mountain and Corrick's Ford, the Confederates established Camp Bartow. On October 3, 1861 the Battle of Greenbrier River occurred, resulting in the withdrawal of Union troops to Cheat Summit Fort. Confederate trenches are visible on the open hillside southeast of the present-day motel.

Cranberry Glades Botanical Area PO Box 110, Elkins, WV 24946, Richwood, 304-653-4826, Protects the largest area of bogs in West Virginia. Bogs are acidic wetlands more commonly found in the northern areas of this country and in Canada. more...

Monongahela National Forest 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins, WV 26241, 304-636-1800, Recreation ranges from self reliant treks in the wildernesses and backcountry areas to the challenges of mountain climbing to traditional developed site camping. There are 23 campgrounds, 17 picnic areas, and 500 plus miles of hiking trails. more...