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Mon River Trail South

3.0 (1 Rating)
A packed limestone rail-trail that goes from the Morgantown city limits to Prickett's Fort State Park.
17.8
mi
Distance
265
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
River/CreekWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
17.81mi
Distance
265ft
Elevation Gain
215ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
915ft
High Point
824ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail starts at the Morgantown city limits, where the paved Caperton Trail ends, and follows the Mon River south to Prickett's Fort State Park. The 18 mile trail is crushed limestone that is easy for walking, running, or biking. The trail is wooded and passes several small waterfalls and a couple of locks and dams.

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Contributors
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