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Berwind Lake WMA, in McDowell County, is one of the larger Wildlife
Management Areas in West Virginia, containing approximately 18,000 acres
of rugged mountain terrain common to the southern portion of the state.
Elevations range from 1642 feet to 2628 feet and the majority of the
area is heavily forested. Oak and hickory dominate the woodlands, which
also have some beech and maple cover. A small percentage of the area
consists of brush lands which were created by timber cutting, old log
landings, skidder trails and abandoned strip mines. Most of the open land
is located around Berwind Lake near the picnic areas and swimming pool.
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Directions:
I-77 northbound and southbound: Take I-77 to Princeton, WV, to Exit 9,
WV Rt. 460W. Stay on 460W to Tazwell, VA. At Exit 2, take WV Rt. 16N. Stay
on 16N to War, WV. Once in War, go to the end of the city limits and make
a left across the bridge. Follow road to the park entrance (about 3
miles). Make a right into the park entrance and follow signs to
facilities.
For more information visit the official
Berwind Lake WMA web site.
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