Birding · April through October

Where to stay for birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail

The Blackwater Canyon Trail is a ten-mile rail trail on the old Western Maryland grade between Thomas and Hendricks in Tucker County, dropping about 1,300 feet through the Blackwater Canyon. It passes the Douglas Falls and the Kennedy coke ovens near the upper end. It is part of the Allegheny Highlands Trail network and a popular downhill mountain bike shuttle ride.

Nothing is listed near Blackwater Canyon Trail for birding yet. Cranberry Glades, Dolly Sods and Canaan Valley hold breeding species normally found in Canada, including the golden-winged warbler and northern saw-whet owl.

Where do you stay for birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail?

Birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail runs april through october. Nothing is listed in Blackwater Canyon Trail itself yet — the nearby towns below are the closest beds.

Best time of year
April through October

Nothing listed yet

No places near here are listed for birding yet.

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What people ask

When can you go birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail?
The season near Blackwater Canyon Trail runs April through October. Cranberry Glades, Dolly Sods and Canaan Valley hold breeding species normally found in Canada, including the golden-winged warbler and northern saw-whet owl.
Where should I stay for birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail?
There is nothing listed near Blackwater Canyon Trail yet. Travelers generally base themselves in Thomas or Davis instead.
What is the best month for birding near Blackwater Canyon Trail?
The main season runs April through October, with the shoulder weeks at either end generally quieter and cheaper than the middle of the season. Outside that window conditions become unreliable and some access points close.