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West Virginia
Kennison Mountain Trail
19.0 mi
Distance
3,512 ft
Gain
7h 27m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is marginal
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Newest 15 min 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
caution: Weather
Rain, high 53°F / low 52°F, 86% precip — 62/100 for hike
OpenWeather15 min ago
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Kennison Mountain Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 19.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3,512 ft
- Elevation loss
- 3,512 ft
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- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
Kennison Mountain Trail is a challenging 19-mile out-and-back route in West Virginia that rewards dedicated hikers with mountain vistas and remote high-country terrain. This extended backcountry trek climbs steadily through forested slopes to reach the exposed ridgeline of Kennison Mountain, offering expansive views across the Appalachian highlands. The return journey retraces your steps, making this an excellent choice for hikers seeking solitude and significant elevation gain in West Virginia's wilderness.
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