In addition to hiking and backpacking, many trails are suitable for cross-country skiing. Mountain biking is permitted on most of the trails located outside of the Cranberry Wilderness. Some trails are suitable for horseback riding. Fishing and Hunting Trout fishing is popular in the Cherry, Cranbeny, and Williams Rivers. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources stocks these streams with rainbow, brook, brown and golden trout.
Summit Lake contains trout, bass, and panfish.
Boats with electric trolling motors are allowed. Hunting is also a popular activity in the Monongahela National Forest in accordance with West Virginia state regulations. Scenic Overlooks Four scenic overlooks located on the Parkway portion of the Highway provide spectacular views of the Allegheny Highlands. On clear days, views of the surrounding ridges and wvlleys are a special attraction. Spring blossoms, summer wildflowers, and autumn leaves offer color throughout the seasons.