LOWER GLADY DISPERSED CAMP SITE
Open — Open when snow-free, typically from spring through fall. Vault toilets open mid-April. No reservations or fees.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 9:27PM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. Additional travel impacts possible on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Westerly wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are likely to result in significant blowing and drifting snow.
Winter Storm Watch issued December 29 at 9:27PM EST until January 1 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute. Additional travel impacts possible on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Westerly wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph are likely to result in significant blowing and drifting snow.
High Wind Warning issued December 29 at 6:37PM EST until December 30 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Wind chills as low as 10 to 15 below zero early Tuesday morning. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow could abruptly reduce visibility at times into Tuesday.
About
Lower Glady Dispersed Camp Site offers primitive camping along Forest Road 162 in the heart of Monongahela National Forest near Elkins, West Virginia. This free camping area consists of multiple dispersed campsites spread along a forested corridor, each equipped with fire rings for campfires. The campground provides a tranquil base for exploring the surrounding wilderness, with the Glady Fork of the Cheat River nearby for fishing and the eastern trailhead of the Mylius Trail offering connections to the extensive trail system in Otter Creek Wilderness. As a dispersed camping area, facilities are minimal but adequate for self-sufficient campers. Vault toilets are available seasonally, and campers must bring all their own supplies including water, firewood, and camping gear. The area operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations or fees. Pack-out practices are required as there is no trash service. The remote setting provides dark skies ideal for stargazing and a peaceful atmosphere for those seeking solitude in nature.
Directions
From the intersection of US 33 and County Road 12 (Gladwin Road) near Alpena, WV, take County Road 12 for approximately 5 miles to Forest Service Road 162. The dispersed camping area extends about two miles along this road, ending at the last campsite with a gravel parking lot.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (304) 478-2000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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