Natural swimming hole
Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River
River · West Virginia
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Stuart Recreation Area, a CCC-built Forest Service site in the Monongahela National Forest east of Elkins, sits on a bend of the Shavers Fork River. Manager listings describe river swimming and a riverfront beach in the day-use area, with three picnic pavilions and a large field. The river is regularly stocked with trout and the 2-mile River Loop Trail starts here.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Unknown |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours; day-use area closes earlier after Labor Day per campground listings |
| Parking | Stuart Recreation Area parking, 489 Lower Cheat Road, Elkins |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, picnic tables |
| County | Randolph County |
| Nearest town | Elkins |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; river current; recreation area may flood during high water events - check conditions |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River?
Yes — Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River is listed as a natural swimming spot in West Virginia. Heads-up: No lifeguard; river current; recreation area may flood during high water events - check conditions. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River require reservations?
No reservations are required at Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River?
Reported fee info: Unknown. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Stuart Recreation Area - Shavers Fork River?
The best season is typically May-September.