Long Trails
Numerous long-distance trails crisscross West Virginia's counties, occasionally extending into neighboring states. These scenic routes range from deep wilderness and remote backwoods areas to paths running through the more urbanized sections of the Kanawha Valley.
To map your route or explore specific sections, you can view these paths directly in our interactive Trails Inventory Application.
Long-Distance Trails Overview
Explore the table below to find active long trails across the state and the West Virginia counties they traverse. Follow the links provided to find trail maps, registration requirements, and local amenities.
| Trail Name | WV Counties Traversed |
|---|---|
| Appalachian Trail | Jefferson and Summers |
State Park Resource: Greenbrier River Rail Trail Official Site | Greenbrier and Pocahontas |
| Hatfield McCoy ATV Trails | Mingo, Mercer, McDowell, Logan, Wyoming, Wayne, Boone, and Lincoln |
| Mary Ingles Trail | Cabell, Putnam, Kanawha, Fayette, Raleigh, and Mercer |
| North Bend Rail Trail | Doddridge, Ritchie, Wood, and Harrison |
