Highland Scenic Highway
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Fees There are no fees for driving the Highway. Fees for campground use vary by site.		Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities The Route 39 portion of the byway is used by coal trucks. Cyclists are encouraged to use caution along the route. Also, mountain... [more]
	Camping There are three main campgrounds along the Highland Scenic Highway. Summit Lake Campground Tea Creek Campground Day Run... [more]		Food Visitors will find food at Richwood and the surrounding communities. Refreshments are offered at the Cranberry Nature Center.
	Gasoline Richwood is the only place on the Highway where travelers will find gas. However, gas can also be found in Webster Springs and Marlinton, which lie relatively near the byway.		Information The Cranberry Mountain Nature Center offers programs and tours for visitors. Also, information on businesses, motels, restaurants, and... [more]
	Lodging Lodging can be found in Richwood, Marlinton, and Webster Springs.		Retail Souvenirs can be purchased at the Cranberry Nature Center.

NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.

Special Considerations

There are no services along the route, and there is no snow removal during the winter. Also, be aware that some of the road is used by large coal trucks.

Restrictions

The highway is not maintained for winter travel, and commercial trucks are not allowed on the parkway.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

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High Season

The Highway has no busy season.

Off Season

The Highway is not maintained for winter travel from early December to March.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Highland Scenic Highway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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