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West Virginia
3.4 mi
Distance
1,391 ft
Gain
1h 26m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Monongahela National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Vance Run Trail (Laurel Fork)
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Vance Run Trail at Laurel Fork is a scenic out-and-back hike through West Virginia's rugged terrain, following a pristine mountain stream corridor. This 3.37-mile trail showcases the natural beauty of the Appalachian highlands with forest cover, stream crossings, and the soothing presence of flowing water throughout. The trail offers a moderate yet accessible adventure for hikers seeking solitude and the refreshing atmosphere of a healthy forest ecosystem.
Buck Run
~2 min drive
Easy 3.66-mile out-and-back stream walk through West Virginia woodland.
Lost Run
~6 min drive
Moderate 6.24-mile out-and-back stream valley hike through West Virginia forest.
Poca Run
~7 min drive
Easy out-and-back stream walk through West Virginia woodland.
Laurel Run Trail
~19 min drive
Remote 17-mile point-to-point creek valley trek through West Virginia backcountry.
Slab Camp Run
~5 min drive
Moderate 4.4-mile out-and-back stream hike with cascades and forest scenery.
East Fork Trail
~11 min drive
15.76-mile out-and-back trail following East Fork through West Virginia forest.
Lake Buffalo
~11 min drive
Easy out-and-back lakeside walk in West Virginia.
Elza Trail
~21 min drive
A short point-to-point trail near Elza, West Virginia.
Bear Wallow Run
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile out-and-back stream valley hike in West Virginia.
Burner Mountain
~15 min drive
Moderate 6.69-mile out-and-back climb to Burner Mountain summit views.
