Outdoor Recreation
Webster County...the "Mountain Park". With a population density of less than 17 persons per square mile, Webster County has thousands of acres of open land which lends itself to a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, biking, ATV riding, wildlife viewing, kayaking, canoeing, outdoor photography and more. Webster County truly embodies West Virginia’s motto “Wild and Wonderful”.
Biking
Cyclists looking for anything from a mountain biking adventure to an exhilarating road biking challenge can find something to suit their tastes in Webster County. Many trails in the Holly River State Park and the Monongahela National Forest are suited fo ...
Fishing
Boasting several rivers and streams, Webster County is home to some of North America's finest angling. The waters are often brimming with trout, smallmouth bass, rock bass and catfish. Listed among the WV DNR's "Favorite fishing waters" are the Elk, Cran ...
Hiking
There are miles of trails to explore throughout Webster County, ranging from mild to wild. The Monongahela National Forest offers a variety of hiking experiences from easy to wilderness adventures in the Cranberry Wilderness area. Holly River State Park ...
Hunting
Whitetail deer, black bear, wild turkey, squirrel and ruffed grouse are abundant in the hills and hollers of Webster County and hunting these game animals is a favored past-time of local residents and visitors alike. Check the WV Division of Natural Reso ...
Other
From bird-watching to cross country skiing, camping to swimming in the rivers, Webster County has opportunities for anyone wishing to get outdoors and enjoy nature.
Rafting/kayaking/canoeing
The Elk River from Elk Springs to the Webster/Braxton County line is over 40 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The river has a variety of whitewater with scenic views at every turn. There are a number of po ...