Greenbrier State Forest Provides More Than 60 White 5,100 Acres of Heavily Forested, Mountainous Terrain 219 Sulphur 92 for Outdoor Recreation
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LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEASTERN CORNER of Maxwelton West Virginia near the state of Virginia’s border, 12 Greenbrier State Forest provides more than 60 White 5,100 acres of heavily forested, mountainous terrain 219 Sulphur 92 for outdoor recreation. Magnificent views of the Springs surrounding countryside are complimented by Lewisburg 64 Greenbrier the impressive and imposing 3,200-foot high Caldwell Kate’s Mountain. Ronceverte State Forest 63 50 63 RECREational FacilitiES Greenbrier State 311 Hiking and Biking Trails Forest VA • Eight trails that vary in length and difficulty 219 Moncove Lake open to hiking and State Park biking • Fitness trail near picnic area 3 311 • Greenbrier River Trail, 10-minute drive to LOCATION Milepost 3: North Caldwell, Greenbrier State Forest is located southern terminus of in southeastern West Virginia. From the GRT Interstate 64 East or West, take Exit 175 (Caldwell/ White Sulphur Springs) and follow signs to the forest Swimming Pool (county Route 60/14). • Outdoor facility, heated • Open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day • Wading pool for children Picnicking • Numerous sites NEARBY AttRactionS & EVEntS HC 30, Box 154 • Two shelters that may Caldwell, West Virginia 24925 be reserved • The Greenbrier Resort (White Sulphur Springs) 304–536–1944 • Nearby restroom • Historic Lewisburg www.greenbriersf.com facilities • Greenbrier River Trail • Moncove Lake State Park A multiple-use facility managed by the Parks and Recreation and the Wildlife Resources sections Game Courts • Organ Cave of the Division of Natural Resources, • Archery field range • Lost World Caverns and the Division of Forestry. Horseshoes Greenbrier River (fishing and canoeing) • • West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, 324 4th Avenue, South Charleston, WV 25303 • Volleyball • National Fish Hatchery STATEMENT OF POLICY REGARDING THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO USE FACILITIES AND PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS • Playground equipment • Old Stone Church (Lewisburg) Visitors are responsible for observing park rules and regulations. • West Virginia State Fair (August) “It is the policy of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, accommodations, services and programs to all persons without regard to gender, race, color, age, religion, national origin or disability. Proper licenses, registration and compliance with Seasonal Nature/ • Civil War Reenactment (August) official rules and regulations are the only sources of restrictions for facility use or program participation.” “The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer.” Recreation Programs • The Annual Spring Show-Me-Hike (April) Information provided in this brochure is current as of design date, but subject to change thereafter. 9/09 www.wvstateparks.com LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEASTERN CORNER of Maxwelton West Virginia near the state of Virginia’s border, 12 Greenbrier State Forest provides more than 60 White 5,100 acres of heavily forested, mountainous terrain 219 Sulphur 92 for outdoor recreation. Magnificent views of the Springs surrounding countryside are complimented by Lewisburg 64 Greenbrier the impressive and imposing 3,200-foot high Caldwell Kate’s Mountain. Ronceverte State Forest 63 50 63 RECREational FacilitiES Greenbrier State 311 Hiking and Biking Trails Forest VA • Eight trails that vary in length and difficulty 219 Moncove Lake open to hiking and State Park biking • Fitness trail near picnic area 3 311 • Greenbrier River Trail, 10-minute drive to LOCATION Milepost 3: North Caldwell, Greenbrier State Forest is located southern terminus of in southeastern West Virginia. From the GRT Interstate 64 East or West, take Exit 175 (Caldwell/ White Sulphur Springs) and follow signs to the forest Swimming Pool (county Route 60/14). • Outdoor facility, heated • Open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day • Wading pool for children Picnicking • Numerous sites NEARBY AttRactionS & EVEntS HC 30, Box 154 • Two shelters that may Caldwell, West Virginia 24925 be reserved • The Greenbrier Resort (White Sulphur Springs) 304–536–1944 • Nearby restroom • Historic Lewisburg www.greenbriersf.com facilities • Greenbrier River Trail • Moncove Lake State Park A multiple-use facility managed by the Parks and Recreation and the Wildlife Resources sections Game Courts • Organ Cave of the Division of Natural Resources, • Archery field range • Lost World Caverns and the Division of Forestry. Horseshoes Greenbrier River (fishing and canoeing) • • West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, 324 4th Avenue, South Charleston, WV 25303 • Volleyball • National Fish Hatchery STATEMENT OF POLICY REGARDING THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO USE FACILITIES AND PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS • Playground equipment • Old Stone Church (Lewisburg) Visitors are responsible for observing park rules and regulations. • West Virginia State Fair (August) “It is the policy of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, accommodations, services and programs to all persons without regard to gender, race, color, age, religion, national origin or disability. Proper licenses, registration and compliance with Seasonal Nature/ • Civil War Reenactment (August) official rules and regulations are the only sources of restrictions for facility use or program participation.” “The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer.” Recreation Programs • The Annual Spring Show-Me-Hike (April) Information provided in this brochure is current as of design date, but subject to change thereafter. 9/09 www.wvstateparks.com ACCOMMODationS RESERVationS Vacation Cabins Reservations may be made by writing or calling Cancellations • 12 standard cabins Greenbrier State Forest directly or by dialing 1-800- Cabins: Deposits will be returned, less a handling fee • One accessible cabin CALL WVA and asking for Greenbrier State Forest. This per unit canceled, if notice is given at least 30 days in • Wood-burning fireplace toll-free line may be used anywhere in the continental advance. • Fully equipped kitchen United States or any Canadian province in the Eastern • Completely furnished for housekeeping time zone. Campsites: The full deposit will be refunded, less the • Cots and cribs available, fees apply handling fee and the first night’s campsite fee, when • Open mid-April through Oct. 31 Cabin Reservations cancellation is more than seven days in advance of • Check-in time is 4 p.m. and check-out is 10 a.m. When making cabin reservations for four nights or arrival. Cancellations for campsite rentals less than more, a deposit of one-half the rental fee is required seven days prior to arrival forfeit the full deposit and Campground with the balance due upon arrival; the full rental fee is handling fee for the campsite. • 16 sites, featuring electric hookup, picnic table and required for reservations of three nights or less. stone fireplace with grill Pet-friendly • Central bathhouse with hot showers and restrooms Those who make reservations by telephone have Pets (dogs and cats) are permitted in designated pet- • Open mid-April through deer rifle season 10 days to make deposit payments. Reservations friendly cabins only. The pet policy and associated • Perfect for tent camping and units up to 32 feet made less than 10 days of arrival, as available, are After Labor Day and prior to observed Memorial Day fees are available online at www.wvstateparks.com. • Only one tent or trailer per site accommodated and a method of guarantee provided weekend, all campsites are on a first-come, first-served Pets (dogs and cats) are permitted in the campground, • Dump station facilities nearby, fee based at the time the reservation is made. basis, as available. A minimum stay of two nights, up provided leash guidelines are observed. • Check-out is noon to a maximum of 14 nights, is required when making During the summer season (second Monday in June campsite reservations. Payment Methods through Labor Day), the cabins are reserved for one to Personal checks, money orders and major credit two week periods only. Before and after the summer Reservations must be made at least 48 hours or more cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover season, cabins may be rented by the day, two-day in advance of arrival, as available. Full payment and a and Diners Club) are accepted for all reservations. weekends or longer. $5 handling fee per site are required. Identification may be requested. Reservations may be made up to one year in advance Online reservations are not available for campsite NOTE: All policies are subject to change. Any fees (from the first day of the month of planned stay) and rental. stated in this publication or posted may change are recommended at all times. without notice. Rate quotes are provided at the time Reservations are made for the year beginning each of reservations and those rates confirmed by advance Greenbrier State Forest may offer three- or four-night Feb. 15. Only mail-in reservations will be taken from deposits. rental options. If rentals of less than a week are desired, Feb. 15 – March 14. Mail-in reservations postmarked ask about shorter rental periods. before Feb. 15 will be returned. Phone reservations, in addition to mail-in reservations, will be taken Check-in time begins at 4 p.m., with check-out at beginning March 15. Walk-in, mail-in, and phone- 10 a.m. in reservations will be taken beginning April 1 and throughout the season, as available. Campsites The campground is seasonal in operation. Reservations Reserved campsites that are accessible