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West Virginia
Allegheny Trail
2.4 mi
Distance
639 ft
Gain
54 min
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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Newest 6 h ago · oldest 7 d
problem: Agency alerts
24 active alerts in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest; most severe: Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - Twin Ridge Road Closure
USFS7 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 55°F / low 53°F, 8% precip — 95/100 for hike
OpenWeather6 h ago
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- Distance
- 2.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 639 ft
- Elevation loss
- 639 ft
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About this trail
The Allegheny Trail in West Virginia is a scenic out-and-back hike that showcases the natural beauty of the Allegheny region. This moderate-distance trail offers hikers an opportunity to experience the diverse terrain and forest ecosystems characteristic of West Virginia's highlands. The return journey via the same path allows for a straightforward and manageable hiking experience.
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