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West Virginia
Bear Hunter Trail
1.9 mi
Distance
696 ft
Gain
39 min
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 5 h ago · oldest 14 d
problem: Agency alerts
34 active alerts in Monongahela National Forest; most severe: National Forest System Road 19 Road Closure for Public Health and Safety
USFS14 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 48°F / low 46°F, 34% precip — 80/100 for hike
OpenWeather5 h ago
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.9 mi
- Elevation gain
- 696 ft
- Elevation loss
- 696 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Bear Hunter Trail is a scenic 1.87-mile out-and-back hike in West Virginia that offers an accessible woodland adventure. This short trail winds through mixed forest terrain, providing a peaceful escape into nature with the opportunity to spot wildlife and enjoy the quiet beauty of West Virginia's backcountry. Perfect for hikers seeking a quick but rewarding outing.
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