Blackwater Canyon Trail
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West Virginia · Tucker County

Blackwater Canyon Trail

Historic rail grade through Blackwater Canyon with river views.

Rating
Length
6.0 mi
Difficulty
6
County
Tucker
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Blackwater Gentle Trail

Paved accessible route to Blackwater Falls overlook.

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Blackwater Dobbin House Trail

Easy connector from Nature Center toward forest trail network.

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Blackwater Balsam Fir Trail

Forest trail featuring red spruce and balsam habitat.

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About This Trail

Historic rail grade through Blackwater Canyon with river views. This trail is part of the SecretFalls West Virginia state and national parks expansion set.

Location

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Coordinates: 39.1266, -79.5144
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Getting There

Start from the primary trailhead for Blackwater Canyon Trail. Confirm parking, closures, and trail conditions before hiking.

Nearby Trails

Blackwater Gentle Trail

Paved accessible route to Blackwater Falls overlook.

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Blackwater Dobbin House Trail

Easy connector from Nature Center toward forest trail network.

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Blackwater Balsam Fir Trail

Forest trail featuring red spruce and balsam habitat.

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Blackwater Balanced Rock Trail

Scenic route through spruce forest toward Balanced Rock.

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Blackwater Red Spruce Trail

Spruce and hemlock trail connecting key park areas.

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