Hiking · March through November

Where to stay for hiking near Elk River Trail State Park

Elk River Trail State Park is a rail trail of roughly 70 miles following the Elk River on the former Elk River Railroad grade, running from Gilmer County downstream through Braxton, Clay and Kanawha counties toward Clendenin. It is one of the newest state parks in West Virginia and is still being surfaced and connected in sections. The route passes through tunnels, over trestles and along a river known for smallmouth and musky.

Nothing is listed near Elk River Trail State Park for hiking yet. Trails run from short rim walks at New River Gorge to the 24 mile North Fork Mountain Trail and the open barrens of Dolly Sods.

Where do you stay for hiking near Elk River Trail State Park?

Hiking near Elk River Trail State Park runs march through november. Nothing is listed in Elk River Trail State Park itself yet — the nearby towns below are the closest beds.

Best time of year
March through November

Nothing listed yet

No places near here are listed for hiking yet.

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What people ask

When can you go hiking near Elk River Trail State Park?
The season near Elk River Trail State Park runs March through November. Trails run from short rim walks at New River Gorge to the 24 mile North Fork Mountain Trail and the open barrens of Dolly Sods.
Where should I stay for hiking near Elk River Trail State Park?
There is nothing listed near Elk River Trail State Park yet. Travelers generally base themselves in Sutton or Charleston instead.
What is the best month for hiking near Elk River Trail State Park?
The main season runs March through November, with the shoulder weeks at either end generally quieter and cheaper than the middle of the season. Outside that window conditions become unreliable and some access points close.