Description
The main trail into the preserve consists of a wide foot trail that begins at a state-owned parking area. The trail continues onto Conservancy property and leads to the mouth of Brush Creek and the river.
A trail that parallels Brush Creek and the Bluestone River is a great place to see beautiful Spring wildflowers, migrating warblers, and the dramatic limestone and sandstone cliffs. Adjacent to the preserve lies Brush Creek Falls, the largest falls in southern West Virginia and owned by the State of West Virginia.
Plants include many uncommon species, including white cedar, Canada yew, shale barren onion (a regional endemic), and the globally rare shrub Canby’s mountain-lover. Spring wildflowers are easily found along the trail.
Migrating warblers are most abundant in late April and early May.