Gauley Ridge Forest Road

Total Miles
7.3

Elevation

748.90 ft

Duration

1 Hours

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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Gauley Ridge Forest Road
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Trail Overview

This trail offers scenic views of the mountains as you travel along the ridge. There are several dispersed campsites large enough to fit multiple vehicles with existing fire rings and great views. The trail is relatively smooth and can be driven in fair weather by most vehicles. The connection to Vepco Road offers an option to enjoy multiple trails along this mountain range. Cell phone service is spotty along the trail.

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Gauley Ridge Forest Road
Gauley Ridge Forest Road

Difficulty

This is a dirt or rocky road with gentle grades that is safe for most 4WD and high-clearance 2WD vehicles. Roads are typically 1-2 vehicles wide.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

Mark Baldwin
Nov 23, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Wyatt H
Sep 02, 2024
2024 Yamaha Tenere 700
Open
Normal
Darren Smith
Jul 08, 2024
4x4
Open
Dusty
4x4 not needed. Basic fire road with sections of gravel and packed dirt. Dense forest area with nice elevation changes.

Access Description

This trail runs along FR-423 located in the George Washington National Forest and can be accessed from Turner Run Road or from Vepco Road.

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