National Forest Alerts

Straight Branch Shelter on Iron Mountain Trail %3AForest Trail #301%3A will be closed for re-roofing and repairs from October 2nd – October 13th. For more information contact the Mount Rogers […]

Due to a major water leak, there is no water available at the Pat Jennings Visitor Center. The office is closed on Thursday, September 21 and Friday, September 22. AT

There have been multiple bear sightings in and near campgrounds, recreation areas, and on popular trails. Visitors are urged to remain vigilant in recreating safely in bear country and utilize

Due to recent aggressive bear behavior, a temporary closure is in place for overnight camping along the Appalachian Trail from Petites Gap Road to the James River Footbridge. This camping

Multiple Forest roads in Rockingham County, VA and Pendleton County, WV are temporarily closed. Closures include: Rocky Run ATV trail, Second Mountain Road %3AForest Road #502%3A, Long Run Road %3AForest

Overnight parking in the Pat Jennings Visitor Center parking lot at the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area is not allowed, but there is parking across the highway from the entrance

The Craig Creek footbridge on the Appalachian Trail has been removed for public safety. Hikers can utilize a nearby stream crossing detour. More details are available here.

The dump station at Elizabeth Furnance Campground is closed due to needed repairs.

Trout Pond Campground is temporarily closed until further due to an issue with the water system. The day use area remains open, but restrooms are closed. Please call the Lee

The Forest Service has been able to repair most water system leaks at Lake Sherando Recreation Area. The Beach Bathhouse, with changing facilities, will reopen Saturday, August 12, 2023. Water