Smoke Hole Canyon

Seneca Rocks, WV

A 20-mile limestone canyon where the South Branch Potomac River winds between towering cliffs - named for smoke-like mist that rises from a cave. The canyon walls, river reflections, and complete absence of development create a genuinely remote atmosphere.

Photography Guide

Best Time
morning
Crowds
Quiet
Shot Types
landscapewateratmospheric
Best Seasons
fallspring
Practical Tips
Drive Route 28/55 through the canyon for constant pulloff opportunities. Morning mist in the gorge earns this place its name. Eagles and ospreys nest on the canyon walls.

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