OutReserve

Middle Mountain Cabins

Monongahela National Forest
Middle Mountain Cabins
Middle Mountain Cabins
Monongahela National Forest
Middle Mountain Cabins

About Middle Mountain Cabins

The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening near a small pond and Camp Five Run, a hiking trail that leads into the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. The cabins are secluded and offer a quiet retreat for visitors. Rented as a single unit, Middle Mountain Cabins include a main cabin with a kitchen, and two historic sleeping cabins. The cabins occupy a 3.5-acre space about 18 miles south of Wymer. The two smaller cabins were built in 1939 and served as bunk houses for Forest Service employees.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 15 to Dec 1

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: MIDD
10 guests
$100.00
/ per night

Reviews (28)

What Guests Are Saying

Middle Mountain Cabins offers a perfect escape to nature, with well-equipped cabins featuring functional amenities like a propane stove and reliable water pump. Guests appreciate the adventure of getting there, though it's recommended to avoid GPS directions for easier access. Despite some weather challenges and a demanding hike, visitors leave with memorable experiences and a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
28 reviews
5
78.6%
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4
7.1%
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3.6%
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Jane C

Verified

June 14, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

Beautiful views from the porch, fun hikes on the West Fork Trail. Sorry to see the
Logging going on nearby although the trees will grow back, I guess.

Charles A

Verified

December 4, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

Best place on earth!

Clint A

Verified

November 9, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

2

Great off grid experience. This is the second time that we have stayed here. I was not happy that the water was not working. We were not told ahead of time, so I was unable to make preparations. Location is private and quiet. Great place to unplug and get away from it all.

Andrew D

Verified

May 10, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

Samuel H

Verified

October 26, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

Wonderful cabin experience. When properly prepared, MIddle Mountain Cabins offers wonderfully peaceful seclusion. I would definitely return in the future.

Jane C

Verified

September 10, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

We love staying here! Be sure to bring all dishware and cookware, as well as a container for carrying water from the pump to the cabin. Excellent birding, fun ( but wet) on the trails. A beaver was resident- probably temporary- at the small pond bEside the cabin.
The West Fork Trail, accessed by forest rt 35, had wonderful wildflowers and butterflies.

Molly P

Verified

August 16, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

the weather was beautiful, the cabins accommodated everyone. we always enjoy cooking over the fire. fished at Spruce Knob Lake and got to watch an Osprey in action. the grandkids call the observation tower at Spruce Knob a castle. we even created a couple of scavenger hunts for kids

michael h

Verified

July 14, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

love the cabins! the only thing bad were the mattress and they put new ones in!! love staying here!

Gregory M

Verified

July 4, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

5

Everything was in good shape and clean.

Maranda S

Verified

June 21, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: MIDD

1

Directions were wrong. Be prepared to be on a very curvy one lane road with no signs and no service for AT LEAST an hour. Park rec people couldn't give the names of the roads or navigate properly, which lead us further into the mountain and were still lost. Never made it there..so maybe it exists? There’s no pictures..just saying. If you miss it, the cabin spot that is, don’t worry 40 miles of that one lane dirt road with no service will eventually lead you to a small town close to the Virginia state line. Beware of the office hours too, they’re the only ones who know s of the cabins existence, so don’t call after hours or your out of luck. They didn’t want to refund any of my money either, I can understand to an extent why..but nothing at all? And I obviously had trouble finding it with the imaginary “signs” they claim they have. If your coming from Wymer, take middle mountain road till PUB ROAD 14 (not listed as FORSET ROAD 14), and approximately 18-19 miles later it should be there..somewhere..that’s the best info I can pass on to all y’all..good luck

Location Middle Mountain Cabins

Address:
Box 67
Bartow, WV, 24920
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.6883 / -79.7658

Elevation: 958 feet

Policies & Rules

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General

There are combination locks on gate and cabins; Call District at 304-456-3335 for combination code prior to arrival

General

Live trees must not be cut in collecting firewood

General

Weather and road conditions in West Virginia can vary greatly and change quickly, especially in the winter; click here for weather alerts

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Facility is subject to closure in extreme winter weather; Forest Service Roads to cabins are not plowed

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Click here to learn more about the Monongahela National Forest

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Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

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