Walt's Paradise (FR 34) in WV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in West Virginia
Walt's Paradise (FR 34) in WV
A 1.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Pendleton County, WV. The road serves Lick Run Knob. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to January 15.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 1.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.6 miles). Climbs 180 ft over 1.6 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 50%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.
Bother Knob stands 2,074 ft above the site, 2.9 miles east. Wolf Run runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Bridgewater, is 18 mi off.
September normals 50–74°F, 3.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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