Babcock Mountain Health Trail

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West Virginia · Fayette County

Babcock Mountain Health Trail

Short scenic trail near Manns Creek picnic area.

Rating

Length

0.25 mi

Difficulty

4

County

Fayette

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Island Loop Trail

Easy loop trail near river access areas.

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Headhouse Trail

Trail to preserved industrial-era coal headhouse remains.

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Brooklyn Mine Trail

Historic mine-area route in New River Gorge.

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About This Trail

Starting near the Manns Creek picnic area in Babcock State Park, this quarter-mile path offers a quick taste of the park’s 20-mile trail network. Gentle terrain through mixed hardwood forest provides a peaceful warm-up for exploring the park’s gorges and historic sites.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.065, -81.1141

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Getting There

Start from the primary trailhead in babcock state park. Confirm parking, closures, and trail conditions before hiking.

Nearby Trails

Island Loop Trail

Easy loop trail near river access areas.

Headhouse Trail

Trail to preserved industrial-era coal headhouse remains.

Brooklyn Mine Trail

Historic mine-area route in New River Gorge.

Big Buck Trail

Short easy New River Gorge forest loop option.

Kaymoor Miner's Trail

Steep historic staircase route to Kaymoor mine structures.

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