USA
Monongahela National Forest North Fork Mountain Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
This dispersed area sits on the ridge of North Fork Mountain, offering scattered camping spots among mature hardwoods with occasional clearings that provide views into the valleys below. Sites accommodate 2-4 vehicles each, with natural fire rings and level spots for tents. The elevation here runs cooler than the valleys, making it a solid summer retreat. Most sites are within 100 yards of Forest Road 79.
Access is via improved gravel that any vehicle can handle, though the final quarter-mile to some sites gets a bit rougher. Popular with local hunters in fall, so expect company during deer season. No facilities or water sources up here — pack everything in.
Ridge-top dispersed camping with valley views
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Petersburg, West Virginia |
| Miles from pavement | 8.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 8 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-November |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |