4.5020 reviewsPrice
Free
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
750 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
Price
Free
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
750 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
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At the intersection of Rt 39/55 and Rt 150 Hillsboro, WV 24946
Photographers and botanists who want something genuinely strange: a northern peat bog in the southern Appalachians. Fall weekends in late September and October hit the sweet spot, with foliage peaking and the boardwalk finally clear of summer mud. Wheelchair accessible, with hand
No benches anywhere on the boardwalk means anyone who needs frequent rest will struggle. Gas up before you arrive, nearest stations are sparse. No cell service is absolute here, and emergency services details are thin, so come self-sufficient.
Reference information about Cranberry Glades Botanical Area sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>The Cranberry Glades Botanical Area protects the largest area of bogs in West Virginia. Bogs are acidic wetlands more commonly found in the northern areas of this country and in Canada. The ground in a bog is spongy and consists largely of partially-decayed plant material known as peat. Because of its unique conditions, some unusual plants grow in bogs, including carnivorous or insect-eating plants. The Botanical Area encompasses 750 acres.</p>
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Fall is the standout season. Late September through October brings crisp, clear days with highs in the mid-40s to low-60s°F and cool nights that intensify the foliage colors across the bog and surrounding hardwoods. The boardwalk is most accessible after summer mud dries out, and wildlife activity picks up at the bog edges. Summer offers cooler temperatures than the lowlands thanks to the elevation. Winter can drop well below freezing, turning the glades into a crystalline landscape. Spring brings wildflower blooms, though expect mud and wet conditions early in the season.
Fall is the standout season; late Sept–Oct cited for crisp days and intense foliage colors.
The Cranberry Glades Botanical Area features a well-maintained boardwalk that is wheelchair accessible, clean restrooms near the trailhead, and picnic areas. User reviews highlight the cleanliness and updated condition of the facilities, such as the 'new boardwalk in several areas.'
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