Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Leon, West Virginia

This trail is Wikesville to Cone/Appalachia Highway Vinton County Tunnel Loop East. This section starts at Wikesville, Ohio, and runs counterclockwise north through Vinton County, stopping at Moonville Tunnel and Kings Hollow Tunnel which was…
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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 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 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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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 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 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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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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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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This trail is from Knox to Lake Hope. Moonville and Kings Hollow Tunnels Vinton County Tunnel Loop East. This starts at Wikesville, Ohio, this section runs counterclockwise north through Vinton County stopping at Moonville Tunnel…
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This is Radcliff to Campbell Tunnel Vinton County Tunnel Loop West. This starts at Lake Hope in this section and runs counterclockwise south through Vinton county passing Campbell Tunnel which was recently closed through the…
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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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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 trail is from Lake Hope to Zaleski Vinton County Tunnel Loop West. This starts at Lake Hope and runs counterclockwise south through Vinton County, passing Campbell Tunnel which was recently closed through the Appalachian…
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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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This is a scenic drive that follows part of Goose Creek in Wirt County, West Virginia. The road is mainly gravel with a few dirt sections and some water crossings but nothing too rough. This…
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If you like driving down back forest roads this is a good one and has a lot to offer from flowing creeks that follow the route to old graveyards and lots of history. You will…
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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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This gravel route takes you through one of the nicest roads in the area. Once you start, you will head up a very steep gravel hill that will take you back to Hunterdon Cemetery. You…
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If you're into driving down some old back roads and running the outskirts of Wayne National Forest this trail has a lot to offer you. Even though it's an easy trail you will find yourself…
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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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If you're looking for a nice Sunday drive and don't want roll around town or out a paved road, and don't mind a little mud, then this trail is for you. You will start down…
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This will take you out on a township road. It starts off on a narrow gravel road, shortly after you start the trail you will find a small section of muddy ruts to kick up…
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This trail will take you down a valley in Wayne National Forrest. Much of this trail is a gravel road but you will find sections of big rocks, creek water over the road, and even…
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This is the perfect add-on to trails nearby. It's slow but easy-going. It offers some great scenery and is a perfect trail to take your friends that are just getting into off-roading. This trail is…
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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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