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Cranberry Backcountry Area

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Trails: At Cranberry Backcountry Area in the Monongahela National Forest there are 20 to 30 km (12 to 18 miles) of designated ski trails plus hiking trails and unplowed roads that are open to skiing.
Trail fees:
Tel: Monongahela National Forest: 304-799-4334
Snow report:
Nearest town: Richwood, WV
Web site: Monongahela National Forest
Trail map: Pick up a map at the Forest Service office in Richwood.
Equipment rentals: No
Ski lessons: No
Other winter activities: Snowshoeing
Facilities: Visitor center is closed in winter.
Lodging on site: No
Lodging nearby: There are a few resorts and other accommodations in the region.
Weather forecast: Richwood
Tourism info: Greenbrier County CVB
Location of trails: Cranberry Backcountry Area is located at Cranberry Glades Botanical Area on Hwy 39 at the junction of Route 150.
Map of local region: Cranberry Backcountry Area

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