Renick, West Virginia
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Renick
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Edmond, West Virginia
Beauty Mountain Trail
5.01.1 mi / 279 ft gainThe Beauty Mountain Trail Head is located less than 10 miles form Fayetteville, WV. To reach the trail head, you will have to travel down some very narrow roads, and I recommend going old school and printing out the directions because cell service in the area is not the best. Once at the trail ...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike to the Nuttallburg Headhouse
1.4 mi / 400 ft gainFrom Lansing-Edmond road, turn right onto Beauty Mountain Road. Go for 0.1 miles and the road will appear to split into three roads. The main road goes left, but take the middle road here. After another 0.1 miles you will arrive at a gate with a few parking spaces on the left side. Do not block t...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike Around the Trails of Nuttallburg
5.03 mi / 200 ft gain**The road to Nuttallburg is part gravel and only wide enough for one car. Take caution driving along this road-you may have to back up some if you meet another car. Nuttallburg is an old coal mining town that once thrived in the early 1900's, but fell into ruin and then was restored by the Natio...Read more -
Edmond, West Virginia
Hike the Endless Wall Trail
4.72 mi / 260 ft gainFrom the Fern Creek Trailhead this is a 2.0 mile out and back hike to Diamond Point. The trail is relatively flat with minimal elevation gain and has a bridge stream crossing. When you arrive at the sign stating "Climber's Access", take a short side trip here to see the views of the gorge. Contin...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike the Kaymoor Miners Trail
5.02 mi / 900 ft gainKaymoor was on old West Virginia coal mining town that thrived in the early 1900's until it was abandoned in the 1950's. Along this trail you will see remnants of the old mine entrance, mining cars, a coal processing plant, and coke ovens, among other structures. This trail, although short, is qu...Read more -
Fayetteville, West Virginia
Hike the Long Point Trail
4.83.2 mi / 200 ft gainWith minimal elevation gain, this 3.2 mile hike can be done in a short amount of time. From the parking lot, take the trail to the right of the bathroom. There will be two trail intersections at 0.4 miles and 0.7 miles, both of which are well marked. Stay straight at both intersections to remain ...Read more -
Lansing, West Virginia
Canyon Rim Overlook Boardwalk
5.00.62 mi / 151 ft gainCanyon Rim Overlook Boardwalk is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Lansing, West Virginia.Read more -
Pembroke, Virginia
Hike to Wind Rock
4.70.5 mi / 400 ft gainAt the parking lot cross the gravel road to the trail head that starts at a map posted on the edge of the road. Hike a quick quarter-mile where you'll turn left to a large rocky outcrop with views of the blueridge. You'll pass a campsite with fire ring before the rocky outcrop and overlook. I've ...Read more -
Troutville, Virginia
Tinker Cliffs via Andy Lane Trail
4.87.15 mi / 1844 ft gainLooking for a day trip? Look no further than Tinker Cliffs, tucked away in Virginia. This trail provides a workout that is loaded with flowers, bridges, rocks, and views that will leave you inspired to explore more! The Trail There are no restrooms located at the parking lot or along the trail....Read more -
Ansted, West Virginia
Hike the Hawks Nest Rail Trail
4.33.6 mi / 200 ft gainYou can start walking on this well-graded rail trail either from Ansted or down by the New River at the Hawk's Nest Nature Center. If you start from the top you will lose a couple hundred feet in elevation and have to walk back up to your car (it is an easy walk though). Bikes are also allowed on...Read more -
Newport, Virginia
Hike the War Spur Loop
3.52.7 mi / 300 ft gainThis is an awesome hike to do with limited time. It only took about 2 hours total with time to chill at the overlook. There's a map at the beginning of the trailhead which also shows how to connect over to the Appalachian Trail via the War Spur Connector Trail if you have more time in your day.F...Read more -
Ansted, West Virginia
Turkey Creek Falls in Hawks Nest SP
0.99 mi / 26 ft gainPark in the boat ramp lot by Hawks Nest Lake. Note that the road to get down to this parking lot is a one lane (two-way traffic) steep gravel road, but it is passable with low-clearance vehicles. From the parking area take the path towards the Hawks Nest Dam, also labeled the "Fisherman's Trail...Read more -
Craig County, Virginia
Hike to Kelly's Knob via the Appalachian Trail
4.34 mi / 500 ft gainThis is a great day hike for families or groups looking to get out for a short hike on the Appalachian Trail in Jefferson National Forest.From 460W Take Blue Grass Trail Rd then a left onto Clover Hollow Rd/State Route 601. Continue on this for 6.7 miles until you reaches an intersection with the...Read more -
Catawba, Virginia
Dragon's Tooth Trail
4.94.44 mi / 1394 ft gainFrom I-81: Exit 140 and take Highway 311 north for 11 miles towards New Castle. Dragon’s Tooth parking lot is on the left, just past Catawba Grocery. LAT 37.3787 LONG -80.1563 Ready to tackle the Dragon? This 4.6 mile, out and back, trail provides one with a true hiking experience. The hike wil...Read more -
Catawba, Virginia
Virginia Triple Crown
5.029.24 mi / 5531 ft gainThe Virginia Triple Crown is a combination of three of the most spectacular and popular hikes in the region. It combines the Dragon’s Tooth, McAfee’s Knob, and Tinker Cliffs hikes into one long multi-day hike along the Appalachian Trail. It makes for an excellent 2 day backpacking trip, with many...Read more -
Newport, Virginia
Hike to the Keffer Oak on the Appalachian Trail
4.32.6 mi / 600 ft gainYou can park your car at the small gravel lot where VA-42 and Rt. 629 intersect. Starting from the Appalachian Trail crossing at VA-42, head north on the AT, which winds through some grass meadows. After about 0.8 miles into the hike you will cross Rt. 630 (Northside Road) on a bridge over Sinki...Read more