Forks of Coal State Natural Area Foundation - Alum Creek, West Virginia

Forks of Coal State Natural Area Foundation

The Forks of Coal State Natural Area Foundation is a 2,100-acre nature preserve located at 50 Rocky Branch Rd, Alum Creek, WV 25003. This natural area features a variety of landscapes, including forests, wetlands, and scenic overlooks.

Specialties:

• Park.

This park offers a range of activities and attractions, including hiking, birdwatching, and fishing. The terrain is varied, with trails ranging from easy to moderate in difficulty.

The park is wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot. Restrooms are also clean and well-stocked.

Other points of interest:

• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Wheelchair accessible parking lot
• Hiking
• Good for kids
• Kid-friendly hikes
• Dogs allowed

The Forks of Coal State Natural Area Foundation is a great place to spend the day outdoors. With its beautiful scenery and accessible facilities, it's a great destination for families, nature lovers, and anyone looking to get outside.

Opinions:

There is a fascinating exhibit at the Nature Center, great for all ages. Admission is free, but there is a donation box. There is ample accessible parking, and accessible restrooms that are clean and well stocked. There are interesting points of interest, some of them historical. There are trails of various length and difficulty. I recommend giving this place a visit.

Fantastic place to hike Trails marked clearly, provide easy-moderate hiking. The trail system is connected in such a way you can design your own longer loops or do a quick hike if short on time Lots of Coyote and Deer tracks

This company has 25 reviews on Google My Business.

Average opinion: 4.7/5.

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👍 Reviews of Forks of Coal State Natural Area Foundation

Buddy C.

5/5

There is a fascinating exhibit at the Nature Center, great for all ages. Admission is free, but there is a donation box. There is ample accessible parking, and accessible restrooms that are clean and well stocked. There are interesting points of interest, some of them historical. There are trails of various length and difficulty. I recommend giving this place a visit.

Jess B.

5/5

Fantastic place to hike! Trails marked clearly, provide easy-moderate hiking. The trail system is connected in such a way you can design your own longer loops or do a quick hike if short on time! Lots of Coyote and Deer tracks!

Joan P.

4/5

Once completed, the Forks of Coal Natural Area will prove to be a great asset to the area. While the buildings are still under construction you can still hike the various trails. There will be something for all ages, educational events, programs, trail maintenance and more!

Carla M.

5/5

Many different trails—some flat, some hilly, some by the River. Great spot for birdwatching, wildflowers, mushrooms.Easy access—right off Corridor H. Benches here and there on the trails.

Herbster

4/5

Would give five stars if it had better river access considering the name is the forks of coal it's very difficult to get down to the river maybe do a little bit of wading, swimming. The trails are short and sweet, great place to take the kids for a few hours.

Shirley B.

5/5

Great trail. I think all 3 ( blue, yellow & orange ) collectively equal 4 miles. Benches & information at each intersection point. I wouldn't suggest going after a rain on the Orange trail. The mud areas could be dangerous.

Kris M.

4/5

Pretty area with some good trails. The yellow trail can be difficult when wet. Also, some trails have too much road noise.

Derek D.

5/5

Nice center with helpful and friendly staff. 3 hiking trails on site