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Rend Trail
Long route accessing remote historic New River Gorge terrain.
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About This Trail
Following a former Chesapeake & Ohio rail corridor from Minden to Thurmond, this smooth trail traces Arbuckle Creek to its confluence with the New River. Overlooks reveal the historic town of Thurmond and dramatic gorge scenery, with an impressive rock slide detour along the way.
Getting There
Nearby Trails
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Babcock Rocky Trail
Short but steep CCC-era stone stair connector.
Babcock Mountain Health Trail
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