Seneca Shadows

Overview

The Seneca Shadows Campground overlooks Seneca Rocks and is surrounded by mountains on both the east and west. Hiking and nature study at Seneca Rocks are just a couple of the popular activities in the area. The North Fork South Branch Potomac River is nearby, making fishing a popular pastime.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

RV, Tent

Fee

From $8 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

304-567-3082

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Seneca Shadows, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Allegheny Mountain TrailHike · 16.4 mi long · 5.7 mi from camp

  A loop trail.

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• Allegheny Mountain TrailHike · 16.4 mi long · 5.7 mi from camp

  A loop trail.

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• High Meadows TrailHike · 1.8 mi long · 6.4 mi from campShow on map
• Lumberjack TrailHike · 5.5 mi long · 6.4 mi from campShow on map
• Horton TrailHike · 4.9 mi long · 7.3 mi from campShow on map
• Spring Ridge TrailHike · 3.2 mi long · 7.5 mi from campShow on map

Mountain biking

• Mt. Treasure Flow TrailBike ride · 2.9 mi long · 12.4 mi from camp

  A loop mountain-bike route.

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• Davis TrailBike ride · 0.3 mi long · 20.1 mi from campShow on map
• Lindy Point TrailBike ride · 0.4 mi long · 20.6 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Harper KnobPeak · 2,805 ft · 0.7 mi from campShow on map
• Harman KnobPeak · 2,838 ft · 2.1 mi from campShow on map
• Falls of SenecaWaterfall · 5.6 mi from campShow on map
• Small waterfallWaterfall · 7.4 mi from camp

  A waterfall along Horton Trail.

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• German Valley OverlookViewpoint · 8.0 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Canaan Valley Ski ResortSkiing and snowshoeing · 13.0 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)
• OpenStreetMap — ODbL 1.0 — © OpenStreetMap contributors

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.