KML Maps: Monongehella and Geo Wash. National Forest Campsites, Shelters, Observation Towers and Scenic Vistas
About Monongehella and Geo Wash. National Forest Campsites, Shelters, Observation Towers and Scenic Vistas ....
Interactive map of various campsites, shelters, scenic vistas and observation towers that I created by a mix of heads up digitizing and querying the OpenStreetMap for West Virginia. The heads up digitizing is a bit rough as it is based on memory and I don't get to West Virginia all that often. You will need to zoom in to see the Forest Service Topographic Maps.
Some of this data is ©️ OpenStreet Map Contributors, Open Data Commons Open Database License (ODbL).
Helpful Hint: While I suggest you look on blog for a downloadable PDF Map, you should be able to print or save this map by clicking the print button on the map above.
Data Sources
Monongehella and Geo Wash. National Forest Campsites, Shelters, Observation Towers and Scenic Vistas - You can download the KMZ File used in creation of this map.
Forest Service Topos - Forest Service Topographic Maps from the Forest Service's Enterprise Data Warehouse. USGS and ESRI.
3DEP Elevation Hillshade. LIDAR and legacy USGS DRG Topo Derived hillshades used as a background. DEM - WMS Service: https://elevation.nationalmap.gov/arcgis/services/3DEPElevation/ImageServer/WMSServer, Layer: 3DEPElevation:Hillshade Gray
Full List of WMS and ArcMap Services - CSV Spreadsheet with all web map services currently used on the blog.
More about Monongahela National Forest...
Spanning the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, Monongahela National Forest sprawls across 900,000 acres of diverse landscapes. Its lush forests, rolling hills, and rugged mountains create a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant trails, including those in the designated Cranberry Wilderness, hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife watching are popular pursuits. The forest offers primitive and roadside camping, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature. While embracing its wilderness charm, it's important to note that limited cell service adds to the authentic back-to-nature experience. From the Allegheny Plateau to mountainous terrains, Monongahela National Forest beckons adventurers to explore its untouched beauty and embrace the outdoor splendor of the Appalachian region.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/mnf
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monongahela_National_Forest
Maps and Interactives
Whites Run
Spruce Mountain
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Canaan Valley
Canaan Heights
Blackwater River Tributory at Canaan Valley
Olson Fire Tower
Monongahela National Forest 1:24k Topographic Map Index
Forest Road 13 Informal Camping Opporunities
Blackwater Canyon Trail
... photos, maps and other content from from Monongahela National Forest.
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