Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Institute, West Virginia

IB 15 is a short, half-mile access corridor starting at the intersection with IB 39 near the train tracks at the Little Coal River Fishing and Boating Access, and ending at the start of IB…
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IB 18 is a 3.1-mile trail running along the north side of the Ivy Branch system. It begins with a shallow, loose rocky stream crossing at the east entrance and follows a mostly smooth path…
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IB 13 is a 2.2-mile easy access route through the Ivy Branch system, connecting the start of IB 10 on the west end to IB 18 on the north end, with access to Ivy Branch…
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IB 20 is a 1-mile trail that is generally smooth and decently wide, with waterbars, mud puddles, and minor loose rock and ruts. It includes some steeper climbing sections with uneven ground and a few…
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IB 66 is a 0.7-mile trail that is mostly easy, with a generally smooth surface and minor ruts and loose rock. It features a slightly steeper grade in the middle, a few sharper turns, a…
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IB 51 is a short, 300-yard spur connecting IB 49 to IB 52. This one-lane-wide trail is generally easy but includes sizable mud puddles and shallow to moderate ruts, especially during springtime or after heavy…
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This 3.7-mile trail serves as a primary access route from the Ivy Branch parking lot. It is very wide and generally smooth, with only minor ruts and some sections of loose rock. A paved portion…
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IB 12 is a 2-mile easy route along the western edge of the Ivy Branch trail system. It's a wide, smooth trail with shallow ruts, occasional mud puddles, and good visibility for oncoming traffic. Loose…
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IB 53 is an easier one-lane width trail stretching 0.8 miles with a smooth surface and gradual turns. While mostly free of roots and larger rocks, drivers should expect occasional puddles, short steep hills, and…
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Mild dirt terrain, gravel mix with some mud, but the holes are small. It may become slick if wet, partial clay. You will find county road access, with most of the route being public county…
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This 4.3-mile trail is a long, easy route that winds constantly through the forest. It passes scenic rock outcroppings and mossy rock walls, with a lush canopy overhead. The trail is full of mud puddles…
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B44 is a 1.5-mile route that begins at the north end of the Bearwallow parking lot and serves as a key entry trail into the system. The route starts with a semi-steep climb up a…
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B47 is an easy 0.8-mile connector that winds through dense, lush Appalachian forest. The path is mostly manageable for drivers with basic off-road experience, though it includes loose rocks, shallow mud puddles, and some low-hanging…
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This 2.7-mile-long easy access corridor leaves from the north end of the Bearwallow parking lot and offers a smooth, gradual route into the trail system. The path is mostly flat with gentle corners and shallow…
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This 1-mile connector trail between 19 and 12 is an easy shelf path with a smooth surface and only minor rocks in a few spots. It's very gradual throughout and presents no technical challenges. The…
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B14 is a 2.5-mile easy access trail that begins at the Bearwallow parking lot and climbs gradually up the mountainside. It features a mix of narrow and wide sections along a shelfy path, with shallow…
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B21 in the Bearwallow trail system is a half-mile connector between trails 19 and 22, and follows a shelf path with a few gradual switchbacks. While generally easy, there are sections with more ruts and…
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This moderately easy 1.6-mile route starts near the staging area, and is a good start to your day trip with a bit more technical features. It features a mix of semi-steep grades and gradual climbs…
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This 2.4-mile long trail is an easy route that takes you from the intersection with 15 (near the town of Logan), deeper into the trail system. It features more pronounced ruts in spots with loose…
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Trail B20 is a 3.3-mile easy access corridor located along the southern edge of the trail system. It winds gradually through lush woods with consistent curves and moderate elevation change. The route features waterbars, shallow…
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This trail is Easy/Medium. We started on a paved road then it turned to dirt. As we went farther the trail was more off-road and we came across some water crossings, hills, mud and woods…
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B15 starts in the town of Logan at the end of Cole Street, offering easy access to fuel, food, and lodging. It is an easy access corridor that parallels a ravine, then climbs up the…
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On this very scenic ride down along the creek, you will pass the remains of two bridges. The first will be on the left and is the larger of the two. The next will be…
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This trail is Easy/Medium in terms of difficulty. The trail starts on a paved road, then quickly turns to dirt for the majority of the trail. There are hills, mud and woods that have to…
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The route is very scenic and fun to travel, with many hidden gems along the way if you know where to look for them. A Bunker is built into the side of the mountain that…
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At 7.3 miles, RH 10 is a long, easy trail that serves as one of the main access routes from the Rock House staging area--expect to see other riders. The trail follows a pipeline through…
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RH 23 is a wide shelf trail with good visibility, minor loose rock, and occasional waterbars. It begins at RH 49 and follows a mostly flat route for about a mile, curving around the hillsides…
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RH 50 is a 4-mile trail that is shelfy and one-lane wide, offering good visibility and scenic views of lush hillsides. Minor embedded rocks are consistent throughout the route, adding a slight challenge without being…
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RH 130 is a 1.4-mile dirt bike-only trail that parallels RH 50, offering a flowy, fast ride with a few technical challenges. The trail features loamy soil with embedded rocks and roots, traversing across a…
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RH 49 is a short connector trail, less than a mile in length, beginning at its intersection with RH 50. It features a steady, shelf-like climb with loose rock, winding around the mountainside toward RH…
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