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Highland Scenic Highway
6 mi north of Marlinton, WV · Verizon 4G
About Highland Scenic Highway
The Highland Scenic Highway is a designated National Scenic Byway that extends 43 miles from Richwood to US Route 219, north of Marlinton. Four scenic overlooks provide a comfortable rest stop, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The Highway traverses the mountainous terrain of the Allegheny Highlands and Plateau, and rises from 2,325 feet near Richwood to more than 4,500 feet. The Highway is a paved two-lane road, designated as State Routes 39 and 150. Route 150 is a 23-mile Parkway section that is **not maintained in the winter**. Winter travel on the road may be treacherous, the road is often impassible during winter storms. Travel is highly discouraged on Route 150 between November and April. Toilets at overlooks are closed in winter.
- Managed by: USFS - Monongahela National Forest
- Where: 6 mi north of Marlinton, WV · 38.30663, -80.09614
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Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Mar.
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Good to know
Verizon 4G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.
Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 22 mi
Propane: 17.6 mi
Camps nearby
- Marlinton Ranger District 2.4 mi
- Mile 63.8 Campsite 4.8 mi
- Marlinton Creek & Trail Campground 6.1 mi
- Day Run Campground 6.4 mi
- Day Run Campground 6.6 mi
- Williams River 6.6 mi