Core Arboretum

"Don’t ever plan to take your shoes off and come here. I tried for therapy on my soul, but I ended up just hurting my feet because there’s too many freaking rocks, but the place is amazing and I love the place where there’s like a bridge and you can keep going down into the site canyon of nature I might have a few pictures…."

"Beautiful set of loop trails in Morgantown. Accessible for beginners, but can provide some climbs for those who want more. Many of the trees marked by WVU Biology Dept"

"Great hiking and scenery here! Love that you can feel like you’re out in the middle of nowhere when you’re right in the center of it all. They have done a lot of work keeping these trails up and labeling trees, etc. I sincerely appreciate that most people have refrained from trashing up the area, too. It appears very well-kept in the areas I’ve explored and everyone I’ve come across on the trails has been friendly."

"Really enjoyed my brief visit to the WVU Core Arboretum. I drove by a couple times during a work trip and stopped in one evening when I had some time. Great place for a walk or even a hike. There are some easy, wide trails and there there are some others that are steep with loose footing. The bottom near the river gets really soggy, but certainly worth going. Some trails definitely need a little TLC but I think the rain has washed them out. The parking lot is tiny, so you may have to park elsewhere and walk over. Overall, great and can’t wait to come back again."

"This little hidden gem will get anyone interesting in taking a walk in the woods. Multiple different trails to transport you into a forest in the middle of the city... Each trail has it own difficulty level. I would be prepared for mud, tree root, and hills on most of them. A good shoe is a must and don't forget the bug spray. There is so much to take in... the beauty of the trees, the peacefulness or the scenery, and the wildlife that comes out of no where. The trails are well marked and a few places to sit and relax along the way. There is an amphitheater that holds different types of shows, sitting there on the hill. Access to the walking trails is just off the road and it's easy in and easy to get out of."