Long route accessing remote historic New River Gorge terrain. This trail is part of the SecretFalls West Virginia expansion set focused on state and national park hiking.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.0669, -81.0812

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Getting There

Start from the primary trailhead in new river gorge national park preserve. Confirm parking, closures, and trail conditions before hiking.

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