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Dolly Sods Wilderness — West Virginia, USA

Dolly Sods Wilderness

Wind-swept boulders and high-altitude sphagnum bogs create a harsh, Canadian-alpine environment strangely displaced atop the remote Allegheny Front.

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Region
West Virginia, USA
Country
United States
Biome
High plateau heath (1,000–1,300 m)
Best season
May – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: High plateau heath (1,000–1,300 m)
  • Best season: May – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Wind-swept boulders and high-altitude sphagnum bogs create a harsh, Canadian-alpine environment strangely displaced atop the remote Allegheny Front.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: May – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

High plateau heath (1,000–1,300 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
High plateau heath (1,000–1,300 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Dolly Sods Wilderness

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Last verified: 1970-01-01