Canaan Loop

Total Miles
14.4

Elevation

1,161.43 ft

Duration

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Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Winter, Fall, Summer, Spring

Trail Overview

Canaan Loop is a 2 way trail passing through the Monongahela National Forest entering or exiting from either WV 32 or Black Water Falls State Park. A mix of dense rhododendron, evergreen, and hardwood foliage encroaches on the trail throughout the section closest to the state park. There are several small rocky stream crossings to negotiate with small ledges either entering or exiting. Many hiking trails be found all along this route. The portion of the trail nearest WV 32 is typical forestry unimproved gravel/dirt road. Several unimproved campsites can be found along the route. Cell service is virtually non existent in the area but the State Park offers free WIFI at the Lodge located just off the park end of the trail. Black Water Falls State Park offers full amenities including camping, lodging, restaurant, cabin rental and recreation options.

Difficulty

Rutted muddy sections and rocky stream crossings and rock ledges mixed with dirt forest service roads

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Jared Walton
Mar 23, 2024
2021 Toyota Tundra
Open
Muddy/Wet
Daniel Mclaughlin
Feb 18, 2024
2019 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Sean M
Nov 17, 2023
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
Dylan Auvil
Oct 29, 2023
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet

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