Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Weston, West Virginia

Start this route in Buckhannon by taking WV-20 south to Sago Road for 5 miles. This section is paved but scenic, running alongside the emerald-hued Buckhannon River. The road transitions to dirt and gravel. At Big Bend Church (38.88129, -80.21359), take the road perpendicular to the parking lot call...
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This trail can be run in either direction, but this description starts from the north end at the following coordinates: 38.91771, -80.08878. There’s Civil War battle history regarding the bridge that crossed the Middle Fork River in 1861. Please note that this track combines several country roads ad...
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Parsons to Stone Lake Run is an easy, scenic gravel route ideal for beginners, overland travelers, and scenic drivers looking to experience the lush forests and river valleys of West Virginia. Spanning approximately 4.3 miles, this trail runs from the town of Parsons toward Stone Lake Run, ultimatel...
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A dirt/gravel track with mild elevation gain, no real obstacles. Pay attention to logging, private property signs, etc. With the recent snow and rain, there was a decent amount of mud. This is a good trail for anyone testing out the River Road trail and wanting to mix it up. Additionally, it leads t...
Learn more about Sugar Camp

This out-and-back trail is mostly gravel with some dirt mixed in at times. With the recent snow and ice was a beautiful drive. There are good views of the surrounding mountains and the windmills. Very relaxed ride which works well for those who want to take it easy, enjoy the view, and hit the hikin...
Learn more about McGowen Mountain

This is a maintained gravel Forest Service route that travels from the Cheat Bridge area to US 250. This section was once a large strip. It passes along the Cheat River and then up in elevation with scenic views. The road is mostly maintained gravel with some mud and rocky areas. Several sediment po...
Learn more about Old Mine

A county dirt track running primarily along the Shavers Fork River in Randolph and Tucker counties. The majority of the track lies in Monongahela NF. Careful attention should be paid to private property boundaries along the river. The track is a mix of gravel and dirt easily traversed by most vehicl...
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Panther Den, also known as FS 236, is a dead-end road that takes you to the Gauley River overlook with spectacular views over the area and gives you access to several hiking trails. The trail is a gravel forestry road with some soft sand spots that can turn into mud holes after heavy rain and one pe...
Learn more about Panther Den - FS 236

This is a forest road in the Gauley Ranger District of Monongahela National Forest that climbs from the Williams River valley on County Route 46 up to about 3200 feet. It is an out-and-back trail that ends at the top of the mountain. It is notable as a fun, remote, and scenic drive that also offers ...
Learn more about Sawyer Run - FS 735

This is a forest road in the Gauley Ranger District of Monongahela National Forest that is a spur off of FS 101 to the north end by County Route 46 near Dyer, WV. It is notable for having several dispersed camping sites along its length, including some on the river side. The river-side sites adjoin ...
Learn more about Gauley River - FS 234

FS 368 is mainly a gravel forest road in part of the Marlinton Ranger District in Monongahela National Forest. It is a spur from FS 24 and provides access to the 368 spur roads in this forest tract. It traverses a plateau on the ridgeline and has more wide open skies than canopy. It is quite scenic ...
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The route travels primarily through Monongahela National Forest on maintained Forest Service gravel roads. A section of the route passes through private land and rolling farmland on gravel road. The ascent from the FSR to the summit at Spruce Knob is fully paved. Spruce Knob is the highest point in ...
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Starting at Laurel Fork Campground, the route heads north along gravel roads, passing scenic areas and wildlife habitats. The trail proceeds toward the Laurel Fork Overlook, which provides stunning panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. Continuing along the gravel roads, hikers or travelers ...
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This is a GREAT road. Super scenic through the scenic mountains of West Virginia. Sections of this road become a single-lane shelf road, so you'll need to keep moving. Don't expect to see anyone except the random SXS. I would definitely name this the crown jewel in the area.
Learn more about Hile Run Road

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 road is an absolutely beautiful drive in the fall when the leaves are turning color. There is one stretch of ...
Learn more about County Route 2 - Wirt County

The Little River Connector links the Elkins Road to River Road, bypassing Forest Service roads closed in summer. Just a 15-minute drive, it provides direct vehicle access to the southern border of Laurel Fork. This short route ensures reliable seasonal access when other roads are restricted, improvi...
Learn more about Little River Connector

This is a forest road in the Gauley Ranger District of Monongahela National Forest that continues from FS 133 to the top of this mountain. It is an out-and-back trail. When the leaves are off the trees, it may offer some nice views of the ridges across the Williams River valley. It's a scenic and pe...
Learn more about Laurel Run - FS 425

This is another of our favorites. It connects Albright, WV to Rowlesburg, WV. You will start off climbing the mountain through some single-lane trails, eventually reaching a large flat top where you will pass through some open fields next to some cow pastures, eventually leading you back down into...
Learn more about Calvert Shaver

FS 24 is a gravel forest road in part of the Marlinton Ranger District in Monongahela National Forest. It continues on from County Road 219/1 (Mine Rd) at the Tea Creek/Williams River trailhead and provides access to the other roads in this forest tract. It follows the ridgeline, and the forest vari...
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This is an excellent CR trail in Nicholas County West Virginia. The whole trip takes less than an hour. The trail ends in Clay County West Virginia or you can turn around and reverse the trip. This is a county route that goes through a leased hunting property. Stay on this main road. Do NOT take any...
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Start this route in Buckhannon by taking WV-20 south to Sago Road for 5 miles. This section is paved but scenic, running alongside the emerald-hued Buckhannon River. The road transitions to dirt and gravel. At Big Bend Church (38.88129, -80.21359), take the road perpendicular to the parking lot call...
Learn more about Beans Mill

This trail can be run in either direction, but this description starts from the north end at the following coordinates: 38.91771, -80.08878. There’s Civil War battle history regarding the bridge that crossed the Middle Fork River in 1861. Please note that this track combines several country roads ad...
Learn more about Long Run

A dirt/gravel track with mild elevation gain, no real obstacles. Pay attention to logging, private property signs, etc. With the recent snow and rain, there was a decent amount of mud. This is a good trail for anyone testing out the River Road trail and wanting to mix it up. Additionally, it leads t...
Learn more about Sugar Camp

This out-and-back trail is mostly gravel with some dirt mixed in at times. With the recent snow and ice was a beautiful drive. There are good views of the surrounding mountains and the windmills. Very relaxed ride which works well for those who want to take it easy, enjoy the view, and hit the hikin...
Learn more about McGowen Mountain

Start this route in Buckhannon by taking WV-20 south to Sago Road for 5 miles. This section is paved but scenic, running alongside the emerald-hued Buckhannon River. The road transitions to dirt and gravel. At Big Bend Church (38.88129, -80.21359), take the road perpendicular to the parking lot call...
Learn more about Beans Mill

This trail can be run in either direction, but this description starts from the north end at the following coordinates: 38.91771, -80.08878. There’s Civil War battle history regarding the bridge that crossed the Middle Fork River in 1861. Please note that this track combines several country roads ad...
Learn more about Long Run

Parsons to Stone Lake Run is an easy, scenic gravel route ideal for beginners, overland travelers, and scenic drivers looking to experience the lush forests and river valleys of West Virginia. Spanning approximately 4.3 miles, this trail runs from the town of Parsons toward Stone Lake Run, ultimatel...
Learn more about Parsons to Stone Lake Run

A dirt/gravel track with mild elevation gain, no real obstacles. Pay attention to logging, private property signs, etc. With the recent snow and rain, there was a decent amount of mud. This is a good trail for anyone testing out the River Road trail and wanting to mix it up. Additionally, it leads t...
Learn more about Sugar Camp