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Hiking Near Whitmer, West Virginia

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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Roaring Plains Circuit

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Roaring Plains Circuit

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
12.35 mi
+2,321 ft
Dolly Sods Circumnavigation

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Dolly Sods Circumnavigation

Commonly Backpacked
extreme
22.89 mi
+2,818 ft
Dolly Sods Challenge Hike - circumnavigation

Hike Route

Dolly Sods Challenge Hike - circumnavigation

Birding
extreme
26.19 mi
+3,425 ft
Dolly Sods Wilderness

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Dolly Sods Wilderness

Fall Colors
strenuous
19.26 mi
+1,855 ft
Blackbird/Ridge Loop

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Blackbird/Ridge Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
10.23 mi
+1,127 ft
Dolly Sods Wilderness - North Day Loop

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Dolly Sods Wilderness - North Day Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
12.06 mi
+1,363 ft