Stone Cliff Trail

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West Virginia · Fayette County

Stone Cliff Trail

Riverside and rail-grade route through Stone Cliff section.

Rating

Length

5.4 mi

Difficulty

6

County

Fayette

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About This Trail

Starting from Stone Cliff Campground, this trail follows the New River through mature forest beneath a tall ridge. River access points and rock bars appear at mile 2.7, with wildflowers, birding opportunities, and quiet solitude along the 5.4-mile riverside route.

Location

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Coordinates: 38.0307, -81.081

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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.

Nearby Trails

Island Loop Trail

Easy loop trail near river access areas.

Big Buck Trail

Short easy New River Gorge forest loop option.

Brooklyn Mine Trail

Historic mine-area route in New River Gorge.

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