0 Back Mountain Rd, Cass, WV 24927

The 293-acre Beard Cass Tract represents an exceptional opportunity to own a large and diverse mountain property in one of West Virginia's most celebrated recreational regions. Located in Pocahontas County between Cass and Snowshoe Mountain, the property combines extensive forestland, productive pasture, recovering farmland, significant road frontage, mountain views, natural resources, historic character, and direct proximity to thousands of acres of protected and recreational lands. One of the property's greatest advantages is its accessibility. The 293-acre Beard Cass Tract offers approximately 1.4 miles of road frontage. Primary West Virginia Route 66, historically and locally known as Cass Road, runs through the 293-acre property for about seven-tenths of a mile. Additionally, there is about six-tenths of a mile of frontage lying along Edray Road Rt. 1, and about one-tenth of a mile of frontage lying along Gum Road Rt. 1/2. Route 66 provides an important connection between U.S. Route 219 and West Virginia Route 92 and is heavily traveled by visitors heading toward Snowshoe Mountain Resort and other recreational destinations throughout Pocahontas County. The location is particularly impressive. The property is approximately seven miles from Snowshoe Mountain Resort and only about one mile from Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. The 293-acre Beard Cass Tract shares approximately 3/10 of a mile of boundary with the Monongahela National Forest and approximately 2/10 of a mile with Snowshoe Resort. These neighboring public lands and recreational destinations create a remarkable setting for a private mountain estate, recreational retreat, working farm, timber investment, conservation property, or potentially a thoughtfully planned subdivision of larger tracts. The acreage itself is remarkably diverse. The 293-acre Beard Cass Tract has approximately 26 acres currently maintained as active pasture, while roughly 33 additional acres consist of older fields that are transitioning back toward brush and young forest. With clearing and reclamation work, portions of these transitional areas could potentially be returned to productive pasture or other agricultural uses. The remaining approximately 234 acres consist primarily of forestland, giving the property an outstanding combination of open and wooded acreage. The open fields are especially valuable for the spectacular views they provide. From several locations, the landscape opens to long-range vistas across neighboring farms, forested ridges, and distant mountain ranges. These elevated mountain views are among the property's most striking features and could provide outstanding settings for future homes, cabins, recreational facilities, or other carefully placed improvements. The Beard family's long stewardship of the property is an important part of its character. Historical maps indicate that several more acres may have been cleared. Farming in those earlier years required tremendous physical effort, with horse-drawn equipment used to maintain steep and uneven pastures and workers cutting back encroaching brush by hand. Today, the changing fields tell the story of that agricultural history while also offering a new owner opportunities for restoration, wildlife habitat management, farming, grazing, or conservation. Recreation is another important component of the Beard Cass Tract. Snowshoe Mountain Resort has developed into a major four-season destination, drawing visitors for skiing as well as numerous warm-weather recreational activities. Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, the Monongahela National Forest, and the broader Pocahontas County region offer additional opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, sightseeing, wildlife observation, and exploration. The property therefore sits in a location where outdoor recreation is not simply an attraction-it is an integral part of the surrounding lifestyle and economy.