Dirt Bike Trails
Near Gassaway, West Virginia

Nile Road to Gauley River is an easy, scenic 1.25-mile downhill trail near Persinger, West Virginia, perfect for beginners and families looking to access a remote beach on the Gauley River. This unpaved route starts at an elevation of 2,124 feet and steadily descends 458 feet to the riverbank at 1,6...
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This is a forest road in the Gauley Ranger District of Monongahela National Forest that connects FS 76 to County Route 46 near Dyer, WV. It is notable as it provides access between Bishop Knob campground and the dispersed camping along FS 76. It's a scenic and peaceful drive through dense forest tha...
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This is a forest road in the Gauley Ranger District of Monongahela National Forest that is the spine of camping in this district as it connect Big Rock Campground to Cranberry Campground and has several nice designated river sites for camping too. All of these are first come, first serve with pay by...
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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...
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Panther Mountains is a scenic and approachable 9.6-mile route perfect for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and overlanders seeking to explore the rugged heart of the Gauley River National Recreation Area. Winding through dense West Virginia hardwood forests, this trail offers an easy-going tec...
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The Meadow/Gauley Access Trail is an engaging two-mile descent ideal for high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and ATVs looking to access the scenic Gauley River corridor. Starting at an elevation of approximately 1,862 feet, the route drops about 690 feet over its course down to 1,186 fee...
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Located in the central area of Ritchie County in West Virginia is an OHV trail you will never forget. This trail is the main one going through the Ritchie Mine area where it begins on State Highway 47 in MacFarlan, WV, and ends on Gillispie Road or CR 1/7 about 5 miles north from the starting point...
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The Nettie to Richwood route is an easy, scenic point-to-point dirt and gravel trail that is perfect for beginners, families, and overland enthusiasts seeking a relaxed journey through West Virginia's backcountry. Spanning approximately 36.8 miles through Nicholas County, this route takes about thre...
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The Meadow & Gauley Rivers Access Trail offers an exceptional multi-use overlanding adventure for offroaders, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore West Virginia's rugged river canyons. Spanning approximately 18.2 miles along a repurposed historic railroad grade, this scenic route wind...
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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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Kelly's Creek Trail 14 runs along the eastern border of the Kelly's Creek sector. For the majority of the route, the trail closely parallels Shadrick Fork (creek), and there are several shallow fordings along the way. These fordings should remain less than 12 inches except in times of heavy rain. Th...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 15A is an out-and-back adventure with an interesting little surprise near the end! Keep an eye out for a small opening in the side of the mountain, down low. The entire ride is beautiful, lined with ferns and dense leaf canopy in season. The trail is narrow with almost no safe pa...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 15 is an old logging road that has been cut open recently for logging operations. As such, there are some wide open views for much of the way, and the majority of the trail is open and clear. The road surface is mostly dirt, with some ruts and minor puddles. Ultimately, this trai...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 17 is a nearly one-mile-long ride out to a well site. There is one intersecting connector, which is KC7 leading down to KC5 Five Mile Road. Shortly beyond the KC7 intersection, the road ends at a well site with a large open turnaround area. The trail surface is primarily dirt, wi...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 18 is a track with a lot of variety. At the KC4 end it is steep and narrow, passing along the border of a plot which was more recently timbered, giving way to some incredible views to the east. As the road departs the logging area, it becomes more densely forested and slightly sh...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 21 is a nearly 1.5-mile-long (each way) out-and-back adventure beginning at KC4 and dropping in elevation from start to finish. The majority of the trail is a shelf road of varying width, with the section nearest KC4 being steep, rutted, and washed, as well as one of the narrowes...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 16 is a connector trail that primarily follows a pipeline right of way. Serving to connect KC4 and KC15, this narrow and rugged ride slowly changes elevation from KC4 to the top, but changes quickly on the steeper section towards KC15. The hill on the eastern end (KC15) of the tr...
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KC19 is a flat shelf road on the eastern edge of the Kelly's Creek sector of the AOT. Along the way, you will encounter some thick mud, ruts, and possible overgrown vegetation. The road surface is primarily dirt with some grass, with the majority of it being smooth and well graded. The track is wide...
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Kelly's Creek Trail 20 is a nearly 1.5-mile (each way) out-and-back adventure with access to a spur trail (KC20A) to explore as well. The track is relatively flat, with sections being a shelf road; however, the entire road is comfortably wide. There is one mud hole just past the spur, which can be q...
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KC4B is a short out-and-back trail to a well site with a large flat grassy area giving plenty of room to turn around. Along the route are some minor ruts/washes and mud puddles, but no real obstacles to be concerned with. The trail surface is rocky dirt, and while the road grade is wide, vegetation ...
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Nile Road to Gauley River is an easy, scenic 1.25-mile downhill trail near Persinger, West Virginia, perfect for beginners and families looking to access a remote beach on the Gauley River. This unpaved route starts at an elevation of 2,124 feet and steadily descends 458 feet to the riverbank at 1,6...
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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

Panther Mountains is a scenic and approachable 9.6-mile route perfect for stock four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and overlanders seeking to explore the rugged heart of the Gauley River National Recreation Area. Winding through dense West Virginia hardwood forests, this trail offers an easy-going tec...
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The Meadow/Gauley Access Trail is an engaging two-mile descent ideal for high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and ATVs looking to access the scenic Gauley River corridor. Starting at an elevation of approximately 1,862 feet, the route drops about 690 feet over its course down to 1,186 fee...
Learn more about Meadow/Gauley Access Trail

Nile Road to Gauley River is an easy, scenic 1.25-mile downhill trail near Persinger, West Virginia, perfect for beginners and families looking to access a remote beach on the Gauley River. This unpaved route starts at an elevation of 2,124 feet and steadily descends 458 feet to the riverbank at 1,6...
Learn more about Nile Road to Gauley River

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

The Meadow/Gauley Access Trail is an engaging two-mile descent ideal for high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles, SxSs, and ATVs looking to access the scenic Gauley River corridor. Starting at an elevation of approximately 1,862 feet, the route drops about 690 feet over its course down to 1,186 fee...
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Located in the central area of Ritchie County in West Virginia is an OHV trail you will never forget. This trail is the main one going through the Ritchie Mine area where it begins on State Highway 47 in MacFarlan, WV, and ends on Gillispie Road or CR 1/7 about 5 miles north from the starting point...
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