Laurel Fork North Wilderness

Laurel Fork North Wilderness is a 6,048-acre federally protected wilderness area in West Virginia, managed by the Forest Service. It offers backcountry hiking and backpacking in a primitive, roadless landscape where motorized travel and mechanized equipment are prohibited. Visitors seeking solitude in undeveloped terrain will find this wilderness enforces strict non-motorized access—all travel is on foot.

The wilderness follows Leave No Trace principles as the foundation of responsible use. Access is foot traffic only, with no roads, motors, or mountain bikes permitted. Plan for seasonal conditions typical of Appalachian elevation; spring through fall offers the most reliable window for backcountry travel, though winter conditions can make passage difficult. This is genuine backcountry: come prepared for self-sufficient travel with map, water, shelter, and Leave No Trace awareness.