Hawks Nest Cliffside Trail

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West Virginia · Fayette County

Hawks Nest Cliffside Trail

Rugged out-and-back with steep drop-off sections.

Rating

Length

3.5 mi

Difficulty

8

County

Fayette

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About This Trail

Starting behind the Midland Trail Shelter, this rugged 2.6-mile route follows the base of sandstone cliffs with dramatic drop-offs above the New River. Cool rock formations and geological features of the New River Gorge line the trail through Hawks Nest State Park.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.1284, -81.1211

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Getting There

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

Nearby Trails

Babcock Mountain Health Trail

Short scenic trail near Manns Creek picnic area.

Babcock Old Sewell Trail

Historic rail grade route to former mining town ruins.

Island in the Sky Trail

Rocky short trail near iconic Babcock scenery.

Babcock Rocky Trail

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Accessible boardwalk with panoramic views of New River Gorge.

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