Dolly Sods Wilderness WV — Petersburg, West Virginia dispersed campsite
US Forest ServiceFreeMonongahela National Forest

Dolly Sods Wilderness WV

Petersburg, West Virginia, West Virginia2,976 ft🗓 May–Nov

About this site

Monongahela NF backcountry camping in Dolly Sods Wilderness. High plateau tundra, windswept boulders, rhododendron.

Peak season temperatures

75°F
Avg high
56°F
Avg low

Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.

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Wildlife in the area

Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.

Northern Coal SkinkAmerican Black BearEastern Savannah SparrowCommon Garter SnakeWehrle's Salamander

Activities

BackpackingHikingWildlife ViewingPhotography

Amenities

Bear BoxCreek AccessAlpine Bog

Site types

BackpackTent

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Quick facts

Land manager
US Forest Service
Managing unit
Monongahela National Forest
Fee
Free — no reservation
Season
May–Nov
Elevation
2,976 ft
Peak temps
56°75°F
Rating
4.7 (54)
Coordinates
38.9834, -79.3712
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