Forest Road 209 Closed Near Stonecoal Dispersed Camping Area Due to Landslide
Elkins, W.Va., March 10, 2026 — Forest Road 209, which provides access to Stonecoal Dispersed Camping Area, on the Monongahela National Forest, is temporarily closed at Campsite 14 following a small landslide that caused an embankment failure. The closure is in place to protect public safety while damages are assessed and repairs are completed. Forest Service personnel expect repairs to be completed within the next two weeks. The closure is anticipated to remain in place until March 27, 2026, though...
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