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Introduction:
Cooper's Rock State Forest
is located in Coopers Rock State Forest, with some great scenic vistas,
hiking, and adventure. All though the majority of the rocks are only 30
feet tall the main overlook provides a spectacular view of the 1,300 foot
deep Cheat River Gorge. The area is host to many different day users both
families and groups frequent the park. Besides climbing, white water rafting,
hiking, and mountain biking are available for all levels. Cooper's rock
is located 15 miles east of Morgantown, WV (home to West Virginia University)
where you will find an abundance of supplies and night time activities.
The entrance gate is closed from December 1st to April 1st every year.
The area offers bouldering, Top Rope, and Trad climbing. Access is good
via an established trail system, all routes can be top roped and generally
have good access. For the boulderer there is an abundance of scattered
blocks with high friction sandstone. you will find a combination of slabs,
arêtes, and faces; containing crimpers, pockets, and slopers. There are
also many NON CLIMBING trail users near the lookout so please be
courteous to the gawkers. In the past Cooper's rock was closed to climbing,
but is open now with some minor restrictions. Lets avoid this from ever
happening again, please obey all rules
for rock climbing posted at the west end off the lot.
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Overlook area is off limits to any form of climbing.
Please obey posted
signs
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