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West Virginia
Blue Knob Trail
1.4 mi
Distance
598 ft
Gain
38 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Monongahela National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 598 ft
- Elevation loss
- 598 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Blue Knob Trail is a short out-and-back hike in West Virginia that offers a quick escape into nature for hikers of all abilities. This trail provides straightforward hiking with modest elevation gain, making it an ideal choice for families, beginners, or anyone seeking a brief woodland walk. The trail's compact distance and accessible difficulty make it perfect for a morning or afternoon adventure.
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