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West Virginia
Crouch Ridge
5.4 mi
Distance
1,183 ft
Gain
2h 1m
Time
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Inside Monongahela National Forest
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Crouch Ridge
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 5.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,183 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,183 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
Crouch Ridge is a scenic out-and-back trail in West Virginia that covers 5.42 miles of moderate hiking through the ridge country of the state. This trail offers hikers a chance to experience the natural beauty of West Virginia's highlands with steady elevation gain and rewarding views along the ridgeline.
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