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West Virginia
Hosterman
5.2 mi
Distance
1,761 ft
Gain
2h 15m
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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Hosterman
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 5.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,761 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,761 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Hosterman is a scenic 5.20-mile out-and-back trail in West Virginia that offers a moderate hiking experience through the region's natural terrain. This trail provides a good balance of distance and elevation gain, making it accessible to hikers seeking a half-day adventure without extreme technical demands. The out-and-back format allows hikers to enjoy the same rewarding path in both directions.
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