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Backpack the Lions Head Loop
Durbin, West Virginia
5.0
21.1 mi
/ 2520 ft gain
What used to be an artillery testing site during WWII, Dolly Sods is a great place for backpackers of almost any expertise. Water is easily found throughout the wilderness area and while 21 miles might feel like a lot, it is very manageable over the course of 3 days. Attached (at the bottom) is an incredibly helpful guide with clear directions for almost every mile. It offers helpful advice on ...
Crouch Hunter to Turkey Hunter Trail
Huttonsville, West Virginia
5.68 mi
/ 751 ft gain
Crouch Hunter to Turkey Hunter Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Huttonsville, West Virginia.
Shavers Lake Trail
Dunmore, West Virginia
1.62 mi
/ 105 ft gain
Shavers Lake Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Snowshoe, West Virginia.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Ski Trails
Dunmore, West Virginia
3.14 mi
/ 1276 ft gain
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Ski Trails is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Snowshoe, West Virginia.
Hike to High Falls in Monongahela National Forest
Elkins, West Virginia
5.0
8.2 mi
/ 1440 ft gain
Though this beautiful hike is a serious workout, it's actually quite easy to follow. It's also listed on Google Maps - I'd highly recommend downloading the map offline just in case something happens.
Starting at the trailhead (park at a pull-off along the gravel road just a few hundred feet before the trailhead), you'll follow the clearly marked trail (blue diamonds) for a half mile until you r...
Potato Hole and Meatbox Run Trail
Huttonsville, West Virginia
4.98 mi
/ 902 ft gain
Potato Hole and Meatbox Run Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Huttonsville, West Virginia.
Spruce Knob Lake Loop
Whitmer, West Virginia
4.0
0.96 mi
/ 13 ft gain
Spruce Knob Lake is located just below the peak of Spruce Knob at 3,840’, making it the highest lake in West Virginia. If you are not camping in the campground, there is a parking lot/boat launch located near the dam. If you are camped in the campground, there is a trail that leads from the campground down to the lake and ends in the parking lot near the dam. To reach the trailhead from Riverto...
Seneca Creek Trail
Riverton, West Virginia
9.96 mi
/ 1368 ft gain
Seneca Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Riverton, West Virginia.
Seneca Creek to Judy Springs Trail
Riverton, West Virginia
8.08 mi
/ 1227 ft gain
Seneca Creek to Judy Springs Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Riverton, West Virginia.
Places to stay
Durbin, West Virginia
Middle Mountain Cabins
Overview
The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening near a small pond and Camp Five Run, a hiking trail that leads ...
Elkins, West Virginia
Stuart Recreation Area
Overview
Stuart Recreation Area is set in a mixed forest along the banks of the Shavers Fork River. The river provides excellent fishing ...
Seneca Rocks, West Virginia
Seneca Shadows
Overview
Seneca Shadows Campground overlooks Seneca Rocks and is surrounded by mountains on both the east and west. Hiking and nature stu...
Eastern, West Virginia
Lake Sherwood
Overview
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a complete family destination offering a wide variety of activities and camping options. Standa...
Cabins, West Virginia
Big Bend (Wv)
Overview
Big Bend is a family-oriented campground along a bend on the South Branch Potomac River in Smoke Hole Canyon. With its convenien...
Cabins, West Virginia
Jess Judy
Overview
Jess Judy is a group camping facility located on the South Branch of the Potomac River, in West Virginia;s eastern panhandle, ab...
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