April through November
Where to stay for mountain biking in West Virginia
Snowshoe runs lift-served downhill trails in summer and has hosted UCI World Cup downhill racing. Quieter riding runs the 78 mile Greenbrier River Trail, the Canaan Valley singletrack and the Arrowhead trails at New River Gorge.
Where do you stay for mountain biking in West Virginia?
Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Canaan Valley and Greenbrier River Trail are three of the best areas to base a mountain biking trip.
The season runs april through November, and each area below has its own page with places to stay nearby.
- Best time of year
- April through November
- Where people go
- Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Canaan Valley, Greenbrier River Trail, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, Coopers Rock State Forest
- Where people stay
- Resorts, Hotels, Cabins, Vacation Rentals
Where people go
- Snowshoe Mountain Resort
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- Elkins
- Davis
- Thomas
- Morgantown
- Fayetteville
- Beckley
- Lewisburg
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Places to stay for mountain biking
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Mountain Biking in West Virginia: what people ask
When is the season for mountain biking in West Virginia?
The season runs april through November. Outside those months conditions are unreliable and some access points close.
Where is the best mountain biking in West Virginia?
Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Canaan Valley, Greenbrier River Trail and New River Gorge National Park and Preserve are the areas most people head for. Snowshoe runs lift-served downhill trails in summer and has hosted UCI World Cup downhill racing. Quieter riding runs the 78 mile Greenbrier River Trail, the Canaan Valley singletrack and the Arrowhead trails at New River Gorge.
Where should I stay for mountain biking in West Virginia?
Snowshoe Mountain Resort, Canaan Valley, Greenbrier River Trail and New River Gorge National Park and Preserve are where most people base themselves, because each one puts you close enough to get an early start. Choose one to see the places to stay within reach of it.
Do I need to book ahead for mountain biking in West Virginia?
In season, yes. Many of the best mountain biking areas are near small towns, so weekend lodging can fill quickly. Midweek and shoulder-season dates stay open much longer.
Is mountain biking in West Virginia good for beginners?
Yes. West Virginia has everything from easy overlooks and short nature trails to demanding backcountry routes, though the two are often an hour apart rather than side by side. Each destination page describes what that area is known for, which is worth reading before you choose where to stay.