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West Virginia
6.1 mi
Distance
1,868 ft
Gain
2h 30m
Time
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What we do know
Inside George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Bucktail
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Bucktail is a scenic 6.08-mile out-and-back trail in West Virginia that offers hikers a moderate adventure through the region's natural landscape. This trail provides a rewarding journey with steady elevation gain and the opportunity to experience the diverse terrain characteristic of West Virginia's backcountry. The return via the same path allows hikers to enjoy the scenery from a different perspective on the way back.
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Half Moon
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