Blackwater Elakala Trail
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West Virginia · Tucker County

Blackwater Elakala Trail

Canyon rim trail with views of Elakala Falls.

Rating
Length
0.5 mi
Difficulty
6
County
Tucker
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Historic rail grade through Blackwater Canyon with river views.

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Middle Ridge Trail

Meadow and forest-edge loop with strong wildlife viewing potential.

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Blackwater River Trail

Easy river-side walk through wetland and forest habitat.

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About This Trail

Canyon rim trail with views of Elakala Falls. This trail is part of the SecretFalls West Virginia expansion set focused on state and national park hiking.

Location

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Coordinates: 39.1137, -79.4974
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Getting There

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

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