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West Virginia
North Fork Mtn (N.F Gap-Red)
14.8 mi
Distance
3,952 ft
Gain
6h 23m
Time
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Inside Monongahela National Forest
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North Fork Mtn (N.F Gap-Red)
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 14.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3,952 ft
- Elevation loss
- 3,952 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- IRA - INVENTORIED ROADLESS AREA
About this trail
North Fork Mountain offers a challenging out-and-back adventure through the rugged highlands of West Virginia. This 14.8-mile trek traverses the ridge and gap terrain characteristic of the Potomac Highlands, rewarding hikers with expansive mountain views and remote backcountry experience. The trail's elevation gain and distance make it a serious undertaking best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and natural beauty.
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