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The 9,300-acre forest is noted among naturalists for its diverse
wildflower and bird populations. Rich cove forest sites provide nesting
habitat for 19 species of wood warblers, a feature which draws birders
from as far away as Canada.
Kanawha State Forest Hiking Trails Directions:
From I-64 in Charleston, take Exit 58A,
drive south on US 119. Turn left onto Oakwood Rd. at the second stop
light, (following the brown and white routing signs) go 3/4 mile and take
a left before George Washington High School continuing on Oakwood Road,
turn right onto Bridge Rd., and right onto Connell Rd. At the bottom of
Connell, make a sharp left onto Kanawha Forest Drive, follow to the forest
entrance.
For more information visit the official Kanawha
State Forest web site.
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