National Forest Alerts

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.

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

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

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 8/10/2023. Water has been

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