GREENBRIER RIVER TRAIL

The 'Greenbrier River Trail' is a rail trail operated by West Virginia State Parks. The trail is a 77 mile (120 kilometer) long former railroad, now used for hiking, bicycling, ski-touring, horseback-riding, and wheel-chair use. The trail passes through numerous small towns and traverses 35 bridges and 2 tunnels as it winds its way along the valley. Most of the trail is adjacent to the beautiful Greenbrier River and is surrounded by peaks of the Allegheny Mountains.
It is level throughout its length and the surface is generally hard packed, but varies from rough to fine gravel. Consequently, although there are few problems for hikers, bicyclists will have to adjust their riding styles and anticipated travel times accordingly. Bicycles with large tires are recommended. Cross-country skiers will require at least six inches of snow to avoid damage from protruding gravel. Restroom facilities and approved drinking water sources have been developed along the Trail. Several "primitive" camping sites are now being developed near or adjacent to the Trail. Lodging is available near the trail and several outfitters will shuttle cyclists and hikers.

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Major Trailheads

External links

Major Trailheads

Trailhead	Milepost	Directions	Map Coordinates
North Caldwell	3.1	1 mi N of US 60 on Stone House Rd.
Seebert	45.8	at Seebert on County Rt. 27, about 2 miles east of US 219.
Marlinton	56.0	at Marlinton on WV Rt. 39
Cass	80.4	at Slabtown, 0.5 mi S of Cass on WV Rt. 66 at Deer Creek Road

External links

★ Official home page

★ West Virginia Rails-to-Trails page