| Kanawha State Forest
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is permitted on certain trails. The forest trail map is available at the Forest office or by downloading from this website.
A Hiking/Biking guide is also available for purchase and made available by the Kanawha State Forest Foundation.
For mountain biking trails descriptions, click here
Hiking
More than 25 miles of trails provide a challenge for even the serious hiker. Included is "The Spotted Salamander" trail, a paved, level walkway with braille interpretive nature stations designed for both visually impaired and physically challenged guests.
For hiking trail descriptions, click here
Playground
Children's playgrounds are located throughout the forest and in the various picnic areas.
Hunting/Fishing
Properly licensed individuals are welcome to hunt or fish in-season, in specified areas. No hunting zones surround all forest recreational facilities. Fishing opportunities are available at the two-acre Ellison Pond. Fishing is restricted to children 10 years of age and under and Class Q license holders from March 1 through May 31. The remainder of the year is open to anyone properly licensed. The pond is stocked with trout, bass and bluegill.
Shooting range
The shooting range provides covered shooting stalls for convenience of users. Only paper targets are allowed. The forest range is open daily and is free to the public.
Picnicking
Numerous picnic sites are provided for the enjoyment of visitors. These sites offer tables, grills, and nearby bathroom facilities.
Nine reservable picnic shelters for large group gatherings are available for reservations. The table below offers descriptions and rates for these shelters
Picnic Shelter Rental Information |
Shelters 1 & 2
Rates: $58.30/day - weekends and holidays
$29.15/day - weekdays
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Located at the entrance of the park, across from fishing pond on hillside.
Each shelter has a fireplace, single grill, and 6 picnic tables.
Playground area is located across the road near the pond.
Restrooms are located at the bottom of hillside.
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Shelters 8 & 9
Rates: $68.90/day - weekends and holidays
$34.45/day - weekdays
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Each shelter has water and electric, double grills, and is accessible.
Eight picnic tables available.
Number 8 has a playground area with shelter.
Number 9 has a playground area located across from parking area. Restrooms are centrally located for both shelters.
Horseshoe pits located next to each shelter.
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Shelters 3, 4, 5 , 6, 7
Rates: $68.90/day - weekends and holidays
$34.45/day - weekdays
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Located at the end of the park just past the campground entrance.
#5 has a fireplace.
Shelters 3, 6, & 7 are handicapped accessible.
Each shelter has approximately six or seven picnic tables, electric, and double grills.
Playground areas are shared and centrally located as well as restrooms.
Horseshoe pits located next to each shelter
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A Kanawha State Forest
Hiking/Biking Guide and
Topographical Map is available
for purchase at the forest office.
The guides are produced by
Kanawha State Forest Foundation
and are approximately 22”x18”.
The cost is $5.
For more information,
phone (304) 558-3500.
Download then print a Kanawha State Forest Trail Map
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WV State Capitol
WV Governor's Mansion
Cultural Center with State Museum
"Mountain Stage" live radio show
Clay Center
Avampato Discovery Museum
Tri-State Greyhound Park
Charleston Town Center Mall |
