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Where to stay near Greenbrier River Trail

The Greenbrier River Trail is a 78-mile rail trail on the former Chesapeake and Ohio line between Cass in Pocahontas County and North Caldwell near Lewisburg. It crosses 35 bridges and two tunnels with a grade under one percent, and it is a state park in its own right. Marlinton is the midpoint town and Watoga State Park, Seneca State Forest and several campgrounds sit along the route.

Places to stay near Greenbrier River Trail

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In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Marlinton , Cass and Lewisburg .

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Where should you stay near Greenbrier River Trail?

Greenbrier River Trail has no lodging of its own, so visitors stay in the surrounding towns and drive in.

Greenbrier River Trail is known for its cabins, campgrounds and inns. Until listings go live here, Marlinton, Cass and Lewisburg are the closest places to stay.

Where it is
Greenbrier River Trail, Pocahontas County, West Virginia
Also worth a look
Marlinton, Cass, Lewisburg, Watoga State Park
What people do here
Mountain Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Birding, Horseback Riding

Nearby attractions

  • Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park

    The site of the largest Civil War battle fought in West Virginia, on November 6, 1863. The park holds a lookout tower, a museum and preserved earthworks along US 219.

  • Cass Scenic Railroad

    A state park railroad running restored Shay geared steam locomotives on former logging grade from Cass to Whittaker and Bald Knob. The company town of Cass, built in 1901, holds rental cottages.

  • Greenbrier River Trail

    A 78 mile rail trail on the former Chesapeake and Ohio Greenbrier Division, running from Cass to Caldwell near Lewisburg. It crosses 35 bridges and two tunnels and never exceeds a gentle grade.

Things to do

Where to stay for mountain bikingWhere to stay for hikingWhere to stay for fishingWhere to stay for birdingWhere to stay for horseback ridingWhere to stay for paddling

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Greenbrier River Trail: what people ask

How long does it take to bike the Greenbrier River Trail?
Most riders take two to four days for the full 78 miles. Day trips out of Marlinton, Seebert or Cass are the common shorter option.
Where should I stay on the Greenbrier River Trail?
Marlinton is the main trail town with rooms and rentals. Cass, Seebert at Watoga State Park, Renick and Lewisburg cover the rest of the route, and primitive campsites sit along the trail itself.
Is the Greenbrier River Trail paved?
No. The surface is crushed limestone and packed cinder, best ridden on a hybrid, gravel or mountain bike rather than a road bike.
Where should I stay near Greenbrier River Trail?
We're still adding properties near Greenbrier River Trail. In the meantime, you can also browse places to stay in Marlinton, Cass and Lewisburg.
What is there to do near Greenbrier River Trail?
Greenbrier River Trail is a good base for mountain biking, hiking, fishing, birding and horseback riding. Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park, Cass Scenic Railroad and Greenbrier River Trail are all within a short drive.
When is the best time to visit Greenbrier River Trail?
Fall color and summer weekends are the busiest times of year, while spring and midweek stays are generally the quietest and the most affordable.
What towns are near Greenbrier River Trail?
Marlinton, Cass and Lewisburg are all good alternatives if Greenbrier River Trail is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Greenbrier River Trail?
Watoga State Park, Greenbrier River and Seneca State Forest are all close by, and each has its own page with places to stay nearby.

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